here’s something about the contrast of a small girl with a halo of blonde curls clutching her daddy’s shirt while at his funeral with a giant beaming smile on her face. No, she doesn’t understand the scope of what’s happened. But isn’t that such an example of the emotions of grief?
We’ve all been there. Holidays that are meant to be joyful family reunions, but are not quite complete because someone is missing. Maybe that someone is you. Or a loved one who couldn’…
Something everyone needs to learn. Not just a missionary. Not just a missionary walking through grief while far away from family.
None of us wish for trials. Or flat tires. But we'd better stop seeing them as a sign that God's failed us. Our trials are a sure sign of God's love.
From our guest writer Missionary Momma. She has gifted us some of the best writings on grief. She keeps giving us gifts like this.
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. (Matthew 5:4) It is neither unusual nor inappropriate to ask questions o...
Grief is unique. Unlike emotions that don’t necessarily take you anywhere and can also keep you stuck, grief is a forward motion.
“Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set bef
Guest Post by Christina Reynolds What do you say when there are no words? The intangible loss of miscarriage leaves a gaping wound, and thoughtless or careless words can add to the pain. In this guest post, Christina Reynolds shares how she found healing during this painful time, and offers wisdom when your neighbor, friend or […]
