If you’ve lost someone you love, then you know the true meaning of exhaustion. In the beginning, just putting one foot in front of the other is a success, and small victories like fixing lunch are the day’s goal. It’s like the incessant sound of the ocean waves of the Atlantic; there isn’t a moment that you can’t hear them crashing.

Over seven years in and the waves still come. Thankfully, they are now few and far between.

As grieving parents spend time together, a beautiful picture of the Body of Christ is exemplified.

The darkest day in the history of mankind led to the event that changes everything.

Where is God?

My friend, I will tell you where I have discovered that He is. 

And in the middle of being thankful, the most important fact that we’ll be grateful for is that this separation is completely temporary. We know how this story ends! One day, in the not-so-distant future, we won’t have to miss him anymore.

This morning I received a gift…one that I had already opened several times before, but it keeps on giving, every time I read it.

Words have power. Words have the power to influence, bring comfort, or cause hurt and pain.

One of the most powerful realizations that I’ve had, since losing Nathan from earthly life, is to truly recognize the unconditional love of God for me and for each of the people that He has created.

Do you have children or other loved ones in Heaven? As you trust the Lord through the remainder of your earthly life, remember that you already know the end of the story. A glorious reunion awaits!

Child loss is difficult to explain if you haven't been there, as it is with most things in life. The parents who have shared their stories in Until Then: Stories of Loss and Hope have experienced just that—the grief of losing a child.

Truth is not really hard to recognize when we stick close to Jesus. Recognize your vulnerability, and stay close to Him.

I have the assurance that He is moving and working. While I’m waiting, He is orchestrating.

If you are a bereaved parent, then we hope the discussion might be helpful to you. If you are not a bereaved parent, then perhaps listening to the questions and answers will give you insights into what your grieving friends are experiencing and will help you better be able to offer comfort and support.

Is there something that God wants you to do? Is your faith stronger than your fear? Perhaps you are also here “for such a time as this,” and He will provide the courage that you need.

At the start of this journey of loss, every occasion like this spurred prolonged times of sorrow, as my mind and heart tried to understand the new reality. If you are a newly bereaved parent, you may be in that situation.