Download or read book Grieving with Hope written by Samuel J. Hodges IV and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2011-11 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing on the successful national recovery program GriefShare, grief experts offer practical direction and hope in the face of loss.

Download or read book Grieving Hope and Solace written by Albert N. Martin and published by . This book was released on 2011-08-01 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is a tender blending of memoir and theology, a joining of heart and mind, a sober yet joyful consideration of Scripture in the face of one of life's deepest and most grievous trials. What exactly happens to those who die as Christians? What do they immediately experience? What is their existence like right now? What will happen to them when Christ returns to earth? These questions can be especially acute for grieving loved ones who remain. What comfort and assurance does Scripture offer you? What can you truly know and be confident of? These are the questions and concerns that faced Pastor Albert N. Martin following the death of his wife of nearly 50 years. He knew that, if he were to grieve in a way that glorified God, he needed to know the answers to those questions, as clearly as possible, directly from Scripture. This book is the product of his grief, his tears, his travails, his prayers, and his concentrated study of God's Word. A beloved pastor and widely respected preacher for half a century, Albert Martin handles Scripture with the greatest of skill, care, wisdom, and respect. In this book, you will learn what God tells us with regard to the burning questions that so often accompany the death of a loved one in Christ. There is comfort for the grief. There are answers to the questions. The Bible does offer hope, solace, healing, and confidence. Pastor Albert Martin has been there. Let him share with you the deep comfort, encouragement, and joy that he found, through Scripture, in the midst of his grieving.

Download or read book Hope in Times of Grief written by JoNancy Sundberg and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2011-03-02 with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grief and loss affect everyone. Whether it’s a disappointment, death, or death of a dream, life’s losses can make you feel sad, hopeless and discouraged. When your world seems to be falling apart, Hope in Times of Grief is an essential resource. With encouraging Bible verses and insightful quotes to speak to your sorrow and comfort your soul, you’ll move through sadness and grief toward joy, peace, hope, and new beginnings.

Download or read book Grounded in Hope written by Lisa Brenninkmeyer and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 17 Lesson Catholic Women's Bible Study - 12 lessons, 5 Talks

Download or read book Grieving Hope Joy written by Bill Stokes and published by Publication Consultants. This book was released on 2018-09-15 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grieving is very much a part of the human condition and has to happen before you can emotionally heal. Grieving is like having to cross a glacier and scrabble up the rocky cliff on the other side. Grieving absolutely has to happen or it becomes an emotional prison. Grieving: Hope: Joy documents my journey across so I could seek and find Joy again—and I did exactly that!

Download or read book Awakening from Grief written by John E. Welshons and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2011-02-09 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this remarkable book, John Welshons weaves together his own personal awakening with those of others he’s counseled to create a deeply felt and beautifully expressed primer on dealing with grief. Grieving, says Welshons, offers a unique opportunity to develop deeper and fuller life experiences, to embrace pain in order to open the heart to joy. Written for those who have experienced any kind of loss — death, divorce, or disappointment — this book offers reasonable, reassuring thinking on dealing with the death of loved ones and ourselves, finding the inner gifts that promote healing, and much more. Awakening from Grief takes a rare and compelling positive look at a subject needlessly viewed as one of the most negative in life. This is a persuasive primer on drawing the joy out of grief.

Download or read book Returning to Joy written by Kristi Hugstad and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-23 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Returning to Joy is a three-part gift book series that provides inspiration and healing for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one or beloved pet. Returning to Joy provides those who are grieving with faith-based, inspirational thought anchors. The beautiful 4-color images along with motivating quotes and appropriate Bible Verses throughout its pages serve as a perfect, thoughtful gift for anyone mourning the loss of someone or pet they love. Sending a griever flowers is a nice gesture, but they quickly wilt while the gift books of Returning to Joy will serve as a lifetime keepsake.

Download or read book Joy In the Midst of Pain written by Diane Czekala and published by Charisma Media. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Diane Czekala’s daughter April died in 2011, she was just twenty-three and had her whole life ahead of her. Uniquely, she knew she was going to die and told her mother about it three months before it happened. Diane wanted to hear nothing about it, but then told her, " 'IF' you do die, find a way to let me know you are okay".

Download or read book Relentless written by Heike Ingram and published by Word Alive Press. This book was released on 2018-01-15 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is it possible for God to turn your crushing loss into spiritual growth and fruitfulness? Is it conceivable that one day new life will emerge from the incredible sadness and heaviness you feel? In short, easy to read chapters, designed for those who are mourning the loss of a spouse, Heike shares her intimate story with vulnerability, raw emotion, and transparency before and after the death of her husband Ted. Her relentless pursuit to grieve well encourages readers to embrace courage, perseverance, and honesty in their individual journeys toward personal growth.

Download or read book Joy s Little Book of Hope written by Joy Lary and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-07 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of a mother's grief journey at the loss of her first born son. "Joy's Little Book of Hope" was written to help and inspire others who are facing seemingly insurmountable difficulties as they grieve the loss of a child. July 27, 1996, we received a call in the middle of the night, every parent's worst nightmare -- our son was shot and did not make it! Thus began my terrifying and ultimately fascinating journey through the valley of the shadow of death. Grieving the loss of a child is a treacherous, emotional minefield! There are just so many obstacles to trip you up and bring you down. My book is designed to help others who are navigating the same minefield. The reader is walked along my crooked path to find hope in the midst of such a horrific tragedy. Throughout the book, I try to help others avoid emotional pitfalls and learn to keep their focus on grace, mercy and forgiveness. Basically, it is learning to "lean on love." "In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans." Romans 8:26As we "Walk through the Wilderness," I share how the Holy Spirit strengthened and sustained me as I learned to incorporate my grief into my life. The reader is also given a view of my dark valley and how it upset our whole family structure. My intentions are to help the reader summon strength for their grief journey through my testimony of stumbling through the darkest of valleys.Miracles are shared as we explore the "Wonder in the Wilderness!" "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit," Romans 15:13We then move to the big question, "Where is God?" Here I share my theology, which includes: Eternal joy is much different than temporary happiness. I have found a deep, abiding joy, through this most difficult journey. Although it was the most horrific of times -- so much so that you would not wish it on your worst enemy -- the fire that I have passed through has left me with a deeper relationship with my Lord and Savior. "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give as the world gives. Do not let your heart be troubled and do not be afraid." John 14:27Finally, I close with the question, "Where is Love?" This love story reveals the details of how my obedience to God led to wonderful rewards!It is my prayer that others will find strength and courage for their journey to faith, hope and love from my walk."And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." 1 Corinthians 13:13

Download or read book Grief June Hunt Hope for the Heart written by June Hunt and published by Aspire Press. This book was released on 2013-05 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do you cope when a deep or tragic loss leaves you feeling empty, angry, or alone? Healing is a journey, and while there are no shortcuts through the process of grief, God promises not to leave you in the valley of despair. For over 25 years, June Hunt has counseled those who grieve, and this book will gently and truthfully lead you through the mourning process and into joy once again. June Hunt gives you practical advice on how to navigate through the stages of grief; resolve grief caused by true gui

Download or read book Now Is Not Forever written by Luan Louis and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2011-01-13 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is your heart aching from the loss of a loved one? Do you know someone who is hurting? When we dont know what to sayGod does. He uses the words in this book as a tool to comfort those who are sorrowful. Just as God led the author to victory over grief, let the words in this book touch you by the greatest Comforter of all. You will receive: Encouragement for today Hope for tomorrow Joy for eternity This book will help you overcome your sorrow with daily inspirational readings, including quotes from well known Christian authors as well as scripture and various other excerpts that will minister to you through this difficult journey. You can apply the truths from the book to your own experience and write in the lines provided. Others who have traveled the journey through grief testify to the assurance of hope that is found when you know Jesus. Now Is Not Forever is a ministry for grieving hearts.

Download or read book Of Grief Garlic and Gratitude written by Kris Francoeur and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When your life is shattered in an instant, can conscious and deliberate gratitude and connection to nature help you find joy and hope again? Of Grief, Garlic and Gratitude follows the first thirty months after Sam Francoeur’s death from an accidental opiate (prescription) overdose. His mother, Kris Francoeur, shares her journey from the first crushing days to her eventually being able to find light, joy, and hope again through the practices of conscious and deliberate gratitude, unconditional acceptance of others, and making strong connections to the natural world. Her story helps grieving families feel that hope and joy will return, no matter how devastating and permanent the loss. Of Grief, Garlic and Gratitude approaches grief with both a very clear understanding of the realities of the process, and also shares a very personal and honest account of living with grief. It presents healing and hope without relying on religion, formal psychotherapy, or pharmaceutical resources. Kris’s story reminds readers that even as people struggle with mental health issues and addiction, they can still bring joy and love to the world, and everyone is worthy of love and acceptance.

Download or read book Joy in the Mourning written by Ruby (Heppner) Wiebe and published by Word Alive Press. This book was released on 2016-04-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Only God knows what it takes to walk down dark roads and to fight the good fight of faith. Ruby and her family have walked a close walk with God in direct opposition to hopelessness and the ugliness of cancer, and through Joy in the Mourning have brought us with her. This is a book of the faithfulness of God Almighty. This is a book of compassion, understanding, and hope for those who have faced and are face-to-face with the ugliness of cancer. Daren and Angie Werk, Newlife Victory Fellowship, Senior pastors You’re looking forward to the best years of your life. Retirement isn’t far away, the kids are grown up, and the grandchildren are coming along. Life is looking good! Suddenly your dreams and plans take a nosedive and it’s all you can do to breathe deeply and take one step at a time. Is it possible to hold onto faith in the face of dire circumstances? Will you ever feel joy bubbling up inside you again? When a hope-􀏐illed solution is presented to you your spirits soar, only to come crashing down again when failure raises its ugly head. You go to the only place where faith, hope, and joy can be restored. Even there you 􀏐ind you will need to make a choice: walk or wallow? Sing or sigh? Help or hurt? What will you choose?

Download or read book Through a Season of Grief written by Bill Dunn and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2021-05-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Where do you turn for daily comfort and help? Where do you find the tools to move forward? Through a Season of Grief is the first 365-day devotional designed to support and uplift you in the first, most difficult year of bereavement."--Page 4 of cover

Download or read book Mourning Break written by Betsy Haas and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2012-10 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everybody is destined to take this journey. Brothers, mothers, lawyers, teachers, spouses, pastors, children each will come to a day when suddenly a loved one dies and the grief journey begins. This is a trip nobody looks forward to taking. It is a lonely, one-way road that must be traveled by placing one foot in front of the other. There are no shortcuts, U-turns, or express lanes. In the beginning, the road is so clouded over with emotions, we cannot see the end or how anything good can ever come from our loss. Fortunately, God can. Mourning Break offers hope through personal stories and scriptural guidance for how to move forward with life. You will be able to reflect on God's Word as it applies just to you. Take a break from your grief, and be reminded that joy, indeed, comes in the mourning.

Download or read book Because You Were Here written by The Rev. C. D. McDonald and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-03 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a workbook for "Because you were here..." - an 8 week Christian grief workshop with a strong emphasis on the Christian hope of resurrection and eternal life in Jesus Christ. The workshop focuses on our walk with our Lord and the comfort we find in the Lord when we mourn. Although this workbook was originally written for a grief workshop hosted by our congregation, we noticed that participants were taking their workbooks to their grieving friends and going over the contents in one-on-one sessions. It has become apparent to us that this is a resource not restricted to group work, but with much potential. We hope that you will find this workbook a blessing, comfort, and encouragement as you work through it. Although the contents are self-explanatory, a version of the workbook with the facilitator's notes will soon be made available.