My heart has been heavy this week. Various friends and families that are going through trials have constantly been on my mind. Eli H., Elliot H., Luke K., the Hausmann's, to name a few. My heart breaks to think of the pain that these families are going through right now. I wonder how to give them words of comfort. The things that come to mind are true. All things DO work together for good for those who love the Lord. God WILL only give us what we can handle (in HIS strength). The Lord DOES have a purpose behind everything that happens. But are these words really comforting when someone's heart is breaking from grief and pain?
I wish there were a magic wand that would make everything "right" again. But, that isn't how God designed things, did He? Everything is designed with the purpose that God might be glorified...even through these horribly, heartbreaking events. So, my conclusion for now?
Be there for them.
Listen to them.
Pray FOR them.
Pray WITH them.
Cry with them.
(And of course, do some of those practical, every day things for them so they can focus their attention on their loved ones.)
"Rejoice with them that do rejoice and weep with them that weep." Romans 12:15
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I cried multiple times yesterday as I thought of the Haussman family and what they are going through. So very hard. And it will be a long road ahead, so we need to remember to keep praying for them.
Very sad. :(
Thanks for the ideas, Kelly. I have been at a loss as to what to do except pray and mourn with them. Being there to help, even in simple, practical ways, is a good idea.
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