Sometimes what is upon us to grieve our losses. As we grieve, a gentle echo whispers to look at what or who are left. Two of the few constants in life are to say goodbye and to say hello.
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Oh Creator God, our hearts are heavy with sorrow, our pillows drenched in tears, our sleep remains restless. May we humbly ask for Your overflowing mercy, grace, wisdom and comfort in our suffering. We have no one to turn to but You.
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In the death of a loved one, I have found that one pain that has to be lived through is that he is no longer here. In those moments, I realize that the only real comfort is that for him to be alive again. Of course, that is not possible in this life. Acceptance is necessary and relearned over and over again that he is gone. Because I want him back in as much as I trust he is well in God’s hands, I embrace the pain with Christ. In this embrace, I understand better each time that Christ knows and shares my pain, all other pain, and is bringing to pass a reality that exceeds my best imagination.
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Oh God, in our troubles and suffering, in our pain and sorrows, You are steadfast in Your love towards us. We open our broken hearts to You, the only One who can bring lasting healing and hope. As Christ shared our suffering, we share in His resurrection and put our hopes on You.
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