The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death. (1 Corinthians 15:26)
Anyone, pastor or layman, who tries to paint the picture of death being a friend has either never lost a loved one, has believed a lie, or has simply chosen denial in the face of Truth and daily reality. The grief that is felt when a loved one has been lost is deep and undeniable. Death is an enemy, just as 1 Corinthians 15 clearly states.
In reality, the grieving process varies dramatically from person to person, typically involving several phases while healing takes place over a period of time. God's Word speaks of a phase of mourning where the anguish is so powerful that a person will not be able to be comforted (Matthew 2:18). In the book of Job, after Job had lost virtually his entire family to calamity, he had 3 friends who sat with him in the dust of the earth for 7 days without saying a single word. When there are no words that can be said, just a friend's loving presence means a great deal.
But in moving into following phases, there ARE words that can comfort the hearts of those who grieve, and the Bible is not silent on the subject.
At Apex Biblical Christian Counseling, we understand and empathize with those who are seeking Hope, Help and Healing as they work through their loss. In serving the Words of Life, gradual healing can take place, bringing comfort to those who mourn, even bring joy and rejoicing as the reality of victory over an enemy is realized.
If you are experiencing grief and loss, no matter how dark the skies may be today, there will be tomorrows when the sun shall shine.
He will swallow up death in victory; and the Lord GOD will wipe away tears from off all faces... (Isaiah 25:8)
