God delivers comfort to those in need

God delivers comfort to those in need

My day felt as though it had lasted forever and had been filled with problems. I was exhausted — and a little discouraged. I collapsed onto the bed, although the sun was still shining and bedtime was hours away. My…

The Dark Shadow on the Short Grave

God promises that none of our pains is meaningless and that not one of our sorrows is purposeless. Rather, he works through them all to carry out his will and sanctify his people. This brief reflection from an old author has often comforted me in times of grief. It does not mean to tell why God takes those we love, but it does mean to remind us of what he accomplishes within us through our losses. As the great Friend of children stooped down an…

Lynn Jones: God helps us in the time of need

God knows all about our grief and pain, and He comes to help us just when we need Him most.