Thank you, Joel. Grief gives gratitude another dimension. As children of God we will always have the option to be thankful - even while grieving. It calms our anxious thoughts to pause and reflect - any day of the year - and especially on Thanksgiving - the countless ways He blesses His own. Yes, both grief and gratitude can go hand in hand when our HOPE and ASSURANCE rest in a Person Who never changes. His love and His Presence in us as His people can make a way for gratitude even while we grieve. His blessings outweigh any losses. Praise God for His wonderful Love and Grace that sustains us even in our grief - and continually gives us reason to be thankful.
Happy Thanksgiving, this was such a great message for me to read. Thanksgiving is a both and day for me. Holding grief and gratitude in my hand, and this message was more timely for me to read than I have words for. Have a blessed time with your family today.
I get to lead GriefShare at our church, and I agree with what you wrote. We lost a son in ‘23, and it is the reason I lead others through the grief journey with our hope in Christ. Gratitude and grief go well together. Grief is reshaping my soul with a deep compassion and empathy for others who have empty chairs; these chairs are filled with Christ.
To God be the glory for your mom's health. Yes it was different this year than previous years things work out as they should or are supposed to. The grace your children extended and the staff acknowledging it, see your brothers' new home and all the other nuances of the trip. Grateful experiences.
Thank you, Joel. Grief gives gratitude another dimension. As children of God we will always have the option to be thankful - even while grieving. It calms our anxious thoughts to pause and reflect - any day of the year - and especially on Thanksgiving - the countless ways He blesses His own. Yes, both grief and gratitude can go hand in hand when our HOPE and ASSURANCE rest in a Person Who never changes. His love and His Presence in us as His people can make a way for gratitude even while we grieve. His blessings outweigh any losses. Praise God for His wonderful Love and Grace that sustains us even in our grief - and continually gives us reason to be thankful.
Happy Thanksgiving, this was such a great message for me to read. Thanksgiving is a both and day for me. Holding grief and gratitude in my hand, and this message was more timely for me to read than I have words for. Have a blessed time with your family today.
I get to lead GriefShare at our church, and I agree with what you wrote. We lost a son in ‘23, and it is the reason I lead others through the grief journey with our hope in Christ. Gratitude and grief go well together. Grief is reshaping my soul with a deep compassion and empathy for others who have empty chairs; these chairs are filled with Christ.
Happy thanksgiving, thank you for the message this morning!
Thank you for this Joel! Blessings brother!
To God be the glory for your mom's health. Yes it was different this year than previous years things work out as they should or are supposed to. The grace your children extended and the staff acknowledging it, see your brothers' new home and all the other nuances of the trip. Grateful experiences.
“Hessed” is such a strong word. I just did a 5 minute “deep dive” into it. I’m gonna try to remember it. Thank you