Grief is natural and normal. And it’s threaded throughout the Bible. The Bible affirms grief as normal. So, I want to introduce you to Naomi. Her story in the Bible teaches us about grief. When we first find Naomi, we are introduced to her in the book of Ruth. SomeRead More →
When we are weary in grief, we only see fragments. Fragments of how things used to be. Maybe fragments of how things should be, fragments of the present, and even of the future. When we are weary in grief, it’s hard to think straight and see clearly. Or even actRead More →
Advent Hope for Grievers will allow you to step into a reflective journey of healing and hope during the Advent season with 7 days of devotions. In the midst of grief, these devotions offer a sacred space to navigate the complexities of loss. Intertwining the timeless message of Advent withRead More →
“I understand.” This is what not to say to grievers. Yet, these words quickly left my lips every time someone told me that someone died in their family. Every time someone lost someone in their family or a friend, I used to be so quick to say, “I understand”. HavingRead More →
Have you ever said, “I hate the holidays?” If you’ve suffered any type of loss, you probably have and you are not alone. Hate is such a strong word, I know. Grief and the holidays can be awefully hard. As grievers, I don’t know if we truly “hate” the holidaysRead More →
In every situation [no matter what the circumstances] be thankful and continually give thanks to God; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 AMP We read this verse with a side eye; lips pierced saying…surely this verse isn’t meant to be taken literally. Because ourRead More →
It was an epic book launch party to mark such an epic event. My first trade book Can You Just Sit With Me? Healthy Grieving for the Losses of Life was released with InterVarsity Press on September 26, 2023. And I knew this moment deserved an Epic Book Launch PartyRead More →
Grief can be triggered by many things. For me, hurricane season is super triggering. The day before my dad’s funeral, a hurricane was brewing in the Atlantic, so there was lots of rain and storms happening in the area. On the day of the funeral, the storm crept more andRead More →
We truly don’t know what we believe until it is tested…I had this thought the other day. After receiving some not so great news, I reflected back on the many times when I’ve sat in this very moment. The moment when we must decide what truth are we going toRead More →
“I want my daddy.”With tears falling on my cheeks, I uttered these words. “I want my daddy.”As a grown 40-something, these words ever so gently escaped my lips. It was the first time in almost 6 years after my dad’s death that I felt such an urgent need for himRead More →