The furnace of affliction has a way of bringing to surface some of the hardest questions of life--many of them questions about God. And the only trustworthy source for answers is the Bible, which God Himself wrote. In "Does God Feel Your Pain?" authors Wayne House and William Grover skillfully interweave compassion, honesty, and scriptural counsel as they explore these difficult issues and more: Why has God allowed evil in the world? Why does God permit pain in our lives? How can God really be i...
The Ethics of Death: Religious and Philosophical Perspectives in Dialogue
by Lloyd Steffen and Dennis R Cooley
Nothing can steal peace and joy and undermine the very foundation of someone's life like losing a child. It is devastating on a level that most of us can't imagine. Written after the loss of the author's own child, Surviving the Loss of a Child offers encouragement and hope to those who may think they will never be able to live fully after such tragedy. Bereaved parents, as well as friends, counselors, pastors, and caregivers, will find this book a source of comfort and discover coping mechanism...
Furry Friends Forevermore: A Heavenly Reunion with Your Pet
by Gary Kurz
101 Ways to Find Meaning In Suffering (Resources on Faith, Sickness, Grief and Doubt, #2)
by Patrick Shawn Riecke
"In 'When the Hurt Runs Deep', Kay shows how pain, rather than destroying or breaking you, can be the doorway that leads you to greater strength, deeper understanding, and renewed purpose. Without glossing over the realities of sorrow, she will guide you through twelve pivotal truths about healing and hurt. These key principles will become anchors for your soul, reminding you that your pain does have purpose, that there is always hope for the future, and that no matter how deep the hurt, God's l...
This comforting collection of prayers, blessings, Franciscan wisdom, and heartwarming photos is the perfect gift for anyone who is grieving the loss of a beloved dog. Every page is filled with reassurance that we will see our animal friends in heaven. The death of a beloved animal friend can be one of the most difficult events we face, often surprising us at the depth of the grief and emotion we feel. It can be very comforting to know that the animals we love so much are safe with God, who...
If you've lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you've discovered that few people understand the deep hurt you feel. Where do you turn for daily comfort and help? Where do you find the tools to move forward? Through a Season of Grief is the first 365-day devotional designed to support and uplift you in the first, most difficult year of bereavement. These devotions offer biblical comfort and practical teaching that will enable you to take steps forward each day toward healing, includin...