Hello from florida i am sorry but wasnt a christian growing up but recently lost a family member which has sent my emotions all over. Its lead to arguments with my boyfriend and just been missing them like most days trying not to look upset or cry. um its hard to say and not sure what else to write here but thanks i guess?
Hannah
Your reactions are natural. When Lord Jesus is your Lord and Saviour, you can draw comfort from Him. Grieving is normal, but to be honest, pointless. What benefit do you or anyone else get from it? I must have a very strong neck because people are inclined to try and bite my head off when I say these things.
About 10 years ago, I had a call from work. My friend's wife range me to say that he was sleeping and she could not wake him up. We both knew that he was not going to wake up. When I got to her place, the police and ambulance crews were there. She was fine. She offered coffee to the 4 strangers in her home as if they were invited guests.
How can this be? Well, they were both Christians so she had the assurance that he was in a vastly better place. The Bible tells us that God will comfort us in our troubles. For the living, life must go on. It's not heartless. We have to let go. I'd known my friend for about 30 years and we were very close. I'd learned a great deal from him - he was as much mentor as friend. What I'd learned would be useless if I lived in sorrow and grief. God will help you. All you have to do is ask.