
Hope in Times of Loss
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.—Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.—James 1:2 (NIV)
When you are right in the midst of a challenging situation it’s difficult to see yourself as a diamond forming under pressure. With time and hindsight it’s possible to appreciate your struggles and be patient during the difficult times because they make you stronger and wiser.
Lord, thank You for the life lessons I have learned from my darkest days and longest nights.

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.—Psalm 34:18 (NIV)

A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.—Proverbs 19:11 (NIV)

For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.—2 Timothy 1:7 (ESV)
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