When Everything Seems Lost

Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength (Nehemiah 8:10).

There are times in life when dark clouds of sorrow and disappointment descend on us. The death of a loved one or breaking off a long-standing relationship - these experiences are traumatic. It feels as if a part of your life has died. When this happens, some people find it practically impossible to fill the void. The result is that they sink into inconsolable mourning. This can have devastating effects on their lives, and can be detrimental to their emotional, intellectual and spiritual well-being. It would be foolish and insensitive to say that you should not mourn because you have been separated from someone or something precious to you. On the other hand, it is important to know that with Christ's loving support, you will be able to deal with your sorrow and loss. It is unthinkable that God did not experience sorrow when His Son died on the cross, or that Jesus would not have mourned at the grave of His friend, Lazarus, and that He was not sad to part from His disciples. That is why we can draw strength from the glorious truth that the Father and Son understand our sorrow. Christ sent His Holy Spirit to be our Comforter in times of sorrow. God's love, peace and joy carried Jesus through His most traumatic moments. By His grace we are able to work through our sorrows and come out victorious. Surrender yourself unconditionally to God, also in times of deepest sorrow and loss. Then you will bear your Cross in a worthy manner, knowing that everything is not lost as long as God is there. 

O Supporter in times of sorrow, thank You for being my power and strength in times of weakness! I praise You for Your precious comfort. Amen.

Solly Ozrovech