HOPE & ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE HEART OF A GRIEVING MOTHER

Grieving mother holding a photograph

It’s not right. It’s not fair. But mothers are not exempt from grief. There are far too many grieving mothers in the world, and I want to take a moment to acknowledge that.  Maybe you are a grieving mother, or maybe you’re close to a mom who is.  The loss of your child, no matter their age, feels so heavy, … Read More

ADOPTEE GRIEF ON MOTHER’S DAY: HEALING A BROKEN HEART

Tiles that spell out Adoptee grief on a background of brown and teal stripes

For many, especially those who were adopted, grief is complicated. Missing a mother can take many forms, especially for those experiencing Mother’s Day grief or navigating Mother’s Day without mom. Mother’s Day may never fit neatly into your story. It may always carry both questions and quiet reflections It may not come from shared memories, but from the deep pain … Read More

FINDING HOPE WHEN GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A MOTHER 

Grieving the loss of a mother. A mother and daughter looking at each other

Losing your mom is usually devastating. The unique connection that exists between mothers and their children, no matter the age,  But the thing is, death is not the only way one can lose their mother. Sometimes, the grieving process begins because your relationship has been emotionally fractured. A mother’s love leaves a lifelong imprint—so does her absence. The loss might come … Read More

HOPE FOR THE GRIEVING: WHEN YOUR WORLD IS SHATTERED

Hope for the Grieving, Family on the beach at sunset with mom reaching towards shadows of family members who are no longer with her

“For in this hope, we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.”— Romans 8:24–25 NIV When grief enters our lives, it often steals our ability to look beyond the moment we are … Read More

WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT WIDOWS REMARRYING?

3 wedding rings on a dark surface, symbolizing the question "Can Christian Widows Remarry?"

When a husband or wife becomes a widow or widower, they often walk through months—sometimes years—of deep grief after the death of a spouse. Loneliness, shock, and heartache can feel overwhelming. Along with the question, “What do I do now?” comes the deeper one: “Who am I now?” Many grievers lose shared friendships, routines, and a sense of belonging. Hope … Read More

STARTING OVER AFTER LOSS: FINDING GOD’S HOPE AS YOU REBUILD YOUR LIFE

Starting Over after Loss Caligraphy

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11). You’ve suffered a loss. Someone you loved deeply died. You’ve grieved, and will continue your grief journey, but now, it’s time to do more than that. You’ve learned some … Read More

HOW TO HANDLE PERSONAL BELONGINGS AFTER A DEATH?

woman holding an item sadly, sorting through personal belongings after a death

“There is a season for everything, and a season for every activity…a time to keep and a time to throw away{discard}” — (Ecclesiastes 3:1a, 6b) A Season of “What to Do with Personal Items” Grief has a way of making even simple decisions feel overwhelming. One of the most emotional tasks grieving hearts eventually face is deciding what to do … Read More

TRIGGERS: THE AWFUL ROLLER COASTER OF GRIEF

Rain-filled view of a roller coaster as a visual for the grief roller coaster

Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts … Read More

WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT DEATH?

Open Bible in perspective

Here’s the challenging truth: God never promised that we would not die in this world. In fact, Scripture teaches the opposite. This earthly life is temporary — eternal life is the promise that follows. Life on this earth is not guaranteed to last forever. This is a hard subject, but one worth exploring, so let’s dive in. 10+ Important Bible … Read More

DREADED FIRST TIMES: FACING THE UNEXPECTED MOMENTS OF GRIEF

Woman having moments of grief and sadness sitting on a couch

Your journey through grief and healing will involve many ups and downs. As you confront the reality of the loss and learn to move forward, your struggle begins to change.  The overwhelming waves of grief become less frequent, and some of them will even become less intense.  But after the numbness begins to wear off, and you begin to return … Read More