What do I do with the grief and sadness?

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As I reflect on your question, I'm reminded that grief and sadness are a natural part of the human experience, especially when we've lost someone or something precious. But as a Christian, I believe that even in the midst of grief, there is hope. The Bible tells us that blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted (Matthew 5:4). This means that even in our sorrow, we can find comfort in the knowledge that God is present with us, and that He is working all things for our good.

When I'm struggling with grief and sadness, I try to remind myself of the realities that sustain my hope. I pray for eyes to see the truth of God's love and presence in my life, even in the midst of pain. I also try to focus on the things that I can do, rather than getting caught up in feelings of despair. As C.S. Lewis says, "The normal next step, after self-examination, repentance, and restitution, is to make your Communion; and then to continue as well as you can, praying as well as you can... and fulfilling your daily duties as well as you can." (Collected Letters, January 4, 1941)

I believe that prayer is essential in navigating grief and sadness. It's not about trying to avoid our emotions or pretend that everything is okay when it's not. Rather, it's about acknowledging our pain and bringing it to God in prayer. I try to pray regularly, using Scripture as a source of comfort and strength. I also try to surround myself with people who can support and encourage me, just as I try to do for others in my community as a pastor. By doing so, I find that I can face my grief and sadness with hope, knowing that God is with me every step of the way.

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