Faithful to Mourn

There are some topics which are difficult to talk about. Death is one of the topics. Even as Christians, death is hard for us to cope with. It is the mysterious veil that separates us from the rest of eternity. We can only guess what is on the other side, and although we still have our hope placed in Christ, it is still somewhat frightening. When calamity strikes and our loved ones are taken away from us, how should we respond? John Berridge once wrote, "God is infinitely wise - and knows what is best for me. God is infinitely gracious - and will be tender of the weakest of His children. God is infinitely sovereign - and may do what He please with His own!"

Death will come. But physical death is not the end. For this world to continue to exist and function, death is necessary. Both literally and figuratively, if people do not die, there will be no room for life or growth. These are not pleasant thoughts to think about, but we can put our hope in Christ. God is still faithful, even in our death, and the death of our friends and family. God knows what He is doing, and He has a different perspective on death.

This does not take away from the pain. When friends and family are grieving, grieve with them. And know that God grieves with you. God says that He is the faithful one. He will be there with us in our pain and trials and tribulations. This includes trials such as death. God is our faithful friend. He is faithful to mourn with us in our pain.

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