If you were raised in a culture where any show of emotion was considered a sign of weakness, you must learn that grieving your losses is a healthy process\u2014and a Scriptural one. The Bible says, \u2018When they walk through the Valley of Weeping, it will become a place of refreshing springs\u2026 They will continue to grow stronger.\u2019<\/i> (Psalm 84:6\u20137 NLT) <\/p>\n
Note, when your strength comes from the Lord, you can walk through \u2018the Valley of Weeping\u2019<\/i> and come out stronger. The length of time each of us spends in that valley may differ, but there comes a point where we must accept God\u2019s will and move forward. <\/p>\n
So often we\u2019re shocked by the death of a loved one, but God is not. David said, \u2018You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in Your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.\u2019<\/i> (Psalm 139:16 NLT) And try as you will, there\u2019s nothing you can do to change that. <\/p>\n
The truth is, we don\u2019t grieve \u2018as\u2026 those who have no hope.\u2019<\/i> (1 Thessalonians 4:13 GNT) One day we\u2019ll be reunited with our redeemed loved one in the presence of the Lord, never to be separated again. The farewell is just \u2018till we meet again\u2019. <\/p>\n
In the meantime, if you need help don\u2019t be ashamed to reach for it. Remember: \u2018A brother is born for adversity.\u2019<\/i> (Proverbs 17:17 KJV) Ask God to lead you to a person, a counsellor, or a support group that can help you identify the unfinished business that\u2019s keeping you stuck in the cycle of grief. Cherish your loved one\u2019s memory, but move forward and fulfil your divine destiny and purpose.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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