God's Glory Church

Can there be anything beautiful in grief? Grieving a bereavement? Crying from deep and heavy heartache?

Although grief is a necessary part of life, no one wants to grieve. But in the second beatitude, Jesus’ series of promises about the Kingdom of God, Jesus said:

“Blessed are the sorrowful, for God will comfort them.”
Matthew 5:4

No one can appreciate rain more than someone who has lived in the desert. No one can appreciate food more than someone who has really starved. And no one can know God as their Comforter like one who desperately needed comfort.

Unfortunately, death, decay, and disappointment are part of this world. But even in our sorrow and suffering, God is ready to comfort us—in unique and meaningful ways that only He can.

The Holy Spirit is often called the “Comforter” as well as the “Helper”, “Counselor” or “Intercessor”. But no matter what His name is, that is always who He is. Even in our grief, He is always God Who thinks of the best for us.

So how does God comfort us? He does this through His Spirit, through His Word, and through His people.

Do you have eyes to see how He follows you steadfastly? Have you opened your heart to His comfort?

If you are a follower of Christ who is grieving today, remember: Jesus Himself promised that you will be comforted. He is always good, He is always faithful, and He is right here ready to help.