Joseph Scriven was in love and had plans to be married. The night before the wedding, his fiance was killed in a tragic accident. For many months, Joseph was bitter as he grieved the death of the one he loved. Finally, he turned to Christ to find peace and comfort.
Scriven found consolation in the Lord. Thereafter, he wrote a hymn that was his personal testimony. You probably know these words. "What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear. What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer."
Scriven found consolation in the Lord. Thereafter, he wrote a hymn that was his personal testimony. You probably know these words. "What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear. What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer."
Life is uncertain and grief is a common experience of all mankind. Our grief is a two-way street. It may lead to bitterness and despair, but for so many it leads to God as a very present help in time of trouble. Of course, the choice is yours.
To grieve any loss is human and normal. Bitterness is a stage of the grief process. The emotions of grief should be embraced. You need to let yourself feel what is there. Running away from the feelings of grief will only prolong the healing process. Ask God to help you with grief. He is still the Healer of broken hearts.
"God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble."
Psalm 46:1
