Oh my….a friend shared this with me. I lost my wife 6 months ago after nearly 52 years of marriage. The hurt is so deep and penetrating. I’ve been crying for a very long time. She was ill for seven years and I cared for her. I’m 70 yrs old and we were married at 18 yrs old. High school sweet hearts and neighbors. Pray for me….Please.
So sorry for your loss. I pray Our Lord holds you in his everlasting arms and brings you comfort. I pray loved ones surround you and support you. God bless❤
Praying you’re doing better today, I’m deeply sorry. I pray everyday you have memories to bring so much joy and fill your heart and your family. Much love.
We all will have to deal with loss and it's an unfortunate part of life that hurt so bad, not only does it hurt, it is the worst part of life, the way i see it my passed loved ones didn't die, i see them as being called by God, and believe he has better plans for them in his world, to die is to cease to exist but our loves one's never cease to exist, they transition to a better place.
WE lost our MOM suddenly in November 2024 & YES everyone asks how are you doing? are you OK? They want you to say yes, and you do...BUT WE are not OK. I hope in time we will be BUT for right now WE are NOT. I pray daily, I talk to HER daily, but sometimes the pain and sadness just comes. It's like a wave knocking me down. She would NOT want this for Us! WE know that, that doesn't make it any easier. Thank You Pastor for such a moving, perfect Sermon. AND to anyone that has loss I pray that you find peace. Amen & AMEN
Heavenly Father, please surround us with your loving embrace. Comfort our broken hearts, help us to focus on the good memories. Lift us up and carry us when our hearts are too heavy for us to move forward. Surround us with your grace & mercy. Amen.
Thank you for strengthening us and sustaining us Oh Lord, I’m broken & weak , I’ve lost my beautiful 13 year old son , you know this because you permitted his death, it’s a pain like no other , Jesus I know you weep with us all . Thank you pastor for this sermon, it’s helped me beyond measure this last hour. I’m 4 months into my grief and I still live hour by hour. Peace be with us all 🙏🏼
I am so sorry for your loss, it is a pain like no other! I am sure he was an amazing young man and loved deeply now and forever! I lost my beautiful daughter in a car accident! She was 22 years old, I will see her again someday soon!
I lost my only child last month, he was just 10 yr old. The thought that he is not here with me anymore is the greatest pain I felt in my entire life. I've been crying each day. Only my faith to God is making me feel better.
I lost my Last son on the 22/09/2022 to an accident. It's not really easy. But God has been strengthening me. I really can't concentrate on any thing now but I try
Sorry to hear about this tragedy! I lost my only daughter 9/28/22 she was just 18 in July a freshman at UC college her and her roommate where walking on campus and in a cross walk a teen driver whom stole the car,Her roommate survived but unfortunately my daughter didn’t survive her injuries. I am heart broken 💔@@buildingexceptionalpeoplew4229
Oh sweetheart, I’m so very sorry to hear about your dear Son. I have no words of comfort because although I’ve recently lost my Husband, the grief of losing your child is unimaginable. All I know for sure is that our Saviour knows your heart is broken and He will never not be there for you. Talk to Him always, cry to Him, express your anger to Him. He’s our Father, we need to let Him love and comfort us. You are in my prayers, sending love and big hugs ❤️
I lost my cat 2 days ago. My baby I literally grew up with him we almost reached a decade together. He was so special to me and brought me lots of love and happiness. I pray the lord wraps his arms around me and brings me comfort.
Lost my mom last week unexpectedly. She was caring, forgiving, strong, beautiful, and friend. I don't know how to get through this. I miss her so much.
So sorry for the loss of your mother. When I lost my father at age 20 I was devastated. I'm 43 now. I'm going to tell you that you are going to be ok. It may take some time and it may be difficult, but you are going to be ok. I will pray for you and your family. God bless you. I'm going through my own loss right now. I lost my most beloved pet cat this week just a few days ago. She was my world and meant so much to me. I am very very sad, I miss her, and I cry, but I'm not ashamed of it. I wish you the very best and God bless you 🧡🙏
@@TheMoodyChurchlost my aunt yesterday to cancer and she was the most lovely human being. Please can you pray for me too feeling depressed after this . Pray light to shine on her . Amen
I lost my mom yesterday. I found her. God, she died all alone. She hadn't been feeling well, but I couldn't get to go to the doctor. Her door was locked, and I couldn't. I climbed through her window. I just saw her on Thursday and spoke with her later that evening. She said she wanted to sleep and she was very tired. God I wish I would have brought her to my home. I feel so guilty💔😥😢😭 I am very glad I found this video. God bless 🌸
My dad was plowing the driveway last friday. mom told him supper was done and he said he was going over it one more time he didn't come in and was laying beside tractor he died instantly from pulmonery embolism. I was just there Sunday he made me apple fritters and we talked for hours he had a slight limp he was also 73 and said he couldn't wait for it to warm up his leg bothered him in the cold If I had known I would have taken him to hospital.
So sorry for you all, from both comments and anyone feeling and struggling with these things, , can understand, and i would like to say I feel God showed me that our loved ones know all, more than ever and how we love them and always...❤🪽🕊️🫂🙏🏾our spirits are in heaven with them and Jesus 🙏🏾
This was great. It does make me feel a little better. Because it’s exactly what I feel every day confused I lost my wife four months ago. She had gotten a second chance with a heart transplant. But then got cancer that they missed 😢😢😢 she rescued a dog which helps me. And I promised her to take care of her son. His dad is not in the picture. He will graduate this year. I will keep my promise and take care of him.😢😢😢
On August 6,2024, my beloved 51 year old son went home to be with Jesus. I miss him so much. This beautiful message so encouraged me and has given me hope. God allowed it and He will work it all out. God is the strength and source of my life.
🙏❤🙏to anyone grieving someone ...i lost my 85 year old dad earlier this year. Losing both parents especially the second definitely stings. Hope reading anyone reading this finds their faith in the idea that our lost loved ones are always with us and our relastionship witb them doesnt end it just changes forms . 🙏❤🙏
My childhood friend passed away. His wake is today. I just got off work. I'm in my driveway, listening to this. I will get ready, and head to the wake. "It's okay to not be okay." I needed to hear this. Thank you. If anyone comes across this comment, please keep me in your thoughts, and my friend's family in your prayers.
Thank you. I am 87 years old. My husband of 68 years died a month ago. I’m not O K. No. No words to explain the pain, the loss, the empty and missing. I sent this podcast to our 8 Children because you told everyone exactly how grief works. The tears and bawling that just goes on all the time. Can not think or feel anything but sorrow. Half of me is missing. You are a blessing. I go back and listen. You said it all. Hard. Thank you again.
Wow 87 years old. I am like a third your age and I feel I won't even reach 50... Remember God want us to be strong till the end. He wants us to value the precious life he gave us so treat yourself right to honor his creation. We are alive and we must care for the alive. The dead are now in a sleep so they arw now aware of what we do they cannot contact us. They will be ressurrected later on. But you must keep going you are strong tl reach that age. Honour life. Be there for your children and grandchildren. Blessings
What a blessing -Married for 68 years and 8 children! Sorry about your lost I’m sure it’s hard you known him since you were a teen! Hope your well now and found some comfort ?
Before experiencing grief first hand, I always thought the sadness was for those who had passed. After experiencing it first hand, I now realize that the sadness is for those who did NOT pass. Those who have to continue on life without the one that gave them life to begin with.
@@TheMoodyChurch Thank you so much. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather. But most importantly, he was a Christian man, who loved his Lord . I'm completely lost without him .
@@TheMoodyChurch Thank you for your prayers. My husband Mason, was a wonderful man. I'm so lost without him. I don't think I can go on with out him. I know that he went to Heaven, but I don't think I can wait very much longer to be with him. I don't want to be here anymore 😔
@@megkag1977 The Lord numbers our days and has us here for a reason, even when it's hard to carry on and feels like a mystery. Your husband ran his race and is now in the arms of Jesus; he is still cheering you on to finish your own race well (Hebrews 12:1). If you'd like to speak to a pastor for guidance, please give us a call at 312-327-8600 and ask to speak to the pastor of the day. They'd be glad to talk with you and provide encouragement. God bless.
@@TheMoodyChurch Thank you so much, for your prayers, and reply. I know that I will see Mason again. It's just that I miss him so much, we were true soulmates, and best friends. He was the love of my life. 😔
Grieving the suicide death of my 33 year old son in 2020. I can testify that I don't grieve as those who have no hope. I can testify to the great comfort and help that the Lord has given me. But I still look for relief by listening to messages such as this for ongoing comfort. My friend reminded me the other day that it's supposed to hurt when a child dies. I miss him terribly. And I deal with so much guilt as a parent. What I have done that possibly could have caused this, and what I didn't do that could have prevented it. And I keep throwing myself into the arms of our loving heavenly Father who's giving me great peace that my child is with him. He has delivered him safely home.
This is so beautifully written ❤️ it's amazing how you are dealing with your grief, the Holy Spirit has reassured you that your son is in safe hands until you meet again ❤️🔥 Thank you for inspiring us with your testimony...I do hope you are continuing to feel comforted and full of hope because the loss must be ever so painful for you, being his Mum for 33 years 💙🩵💙 My heart goes out to you 🫶🏻♥️🫶🏻
I lost my mother nearly 6 months ago. The shock still feels fresh. She was the greatest positive influence in my life. A month ago, my best friend lost his father. My friend and I lost our greatest protectors. If anyone reads this comment, please pray for us.
Thank you pastor❤ lost my dad 9 months ago the pain that he is gone is unbearable and has affected me physically on top of emotional pain. The loss follows me everywhere and in everything I do. Your words helped me so much. God bless you ❤
I can truly relate with you, and my prayer for you is that OUR LORD WILL BLESS YOU WITH HIS PEACE. THE PEACE THAT SURPASSES ALLLLLLL UNDERSTANDING . WHEN MY 21 YR. OLD SON ROBERT (ONLY CHILD) PASSED AWAY IN 2001, I HAD REFUSED TO ATEND HIS FUNERAL BUT MY HUSBAND PRAYED OVER ME ....I WENT TO THE FUNERAL HOME FEELING NOTHING BUT, WHEN WE GOT TO THE CLOSED DOORS WHERE HE WAS LAYED OUTMY HUSBAND HELD MY HAND WITH ONE HAND AND HIS OTHER HAND ON THE DOOR NOB WITH HIS OTHER. HE ASKED ME IF I WAS READY, I TOOK A DEEP BREATH AND SAID YES IM READY. WHEN HE OPENED THE DOOR AND WHEN I SEEN MY SON IN THE CASKET " INSTINTLY I WAS OVERWHELMED WITH GOD'S PEACE THAT SURPASSES ALLLLL UNDERSTANDING ". I DROPED MY HUSBANDS HAND AND TOLD HIM I'M GOOOOOOD AS I WALKED OVER TO SEE MY SON. AND TO THIS DAY, I STILL HAVE THAT PEACE , HALLELUJAH TO OUR SAVIOR THE PRINCE OF PEACE. This is what I pray for you in Jesus mighty, mighty name ❤amen. love in Jesus ❤😊
lost my sister march 2nd 2022, so sick of people telling me to be strong & not to cry, how do i not cry when i’m so devastated? 😔 physically and mentally sick at the thought that she’s really gone.
I am so sorry for your loss beloved. Grief can look different for each person. Grieve in your own way. Cry, shout, be raw, let it out. Your grief matters. God is close to the broken hearted. He is right there with you in the midst of your pain. He hears you. Some people don’t understand grief. Its not something thats talked about often. It sucks. I am praying for you. I see you. I’m walking through a season of loss and can relate to your comment so much.
I lost my wife who is my world last year to cancer, I cry most days happy tears at memories and sad tears that she has gone. People who haven't experienced the pain that we have every day with our loss don't understand. Don't be hard on people because they don't know what to say. I've gone through anger,sadness, dark thoughts most weeks. It will never go away but it will get easier. It's like the pain we feel at the moment is the size of a basketball but in time it will reduce to the size of a tennis ball and we can keep it in our pocket, it will never go away but it will be easier to manage. Look after yourself x
My Mom passed away almost 6 months ago. She was the most beautiful amazing person in the world. I miss her so much. I thank God for the time that I had with her. My siblings and I were so blessed to have an amazing Mom. ❤❤❤❤
Every day since my son died suddenly in June at 38, someone tells me a story about his joy, love of life and especially his incredible kindness to others in the arts community. I share these stories with his dad and brothers; we cry, we laugh and it helps. Tell someone who’s lost someone a story about how they touched them. It helps a lot. We are sad but we laugh too. Our memories are raw but real and incredible. These are difficult times for us, but we will honor Ian by living our life to the fullest as we he would have.
grief is necessary to heal if you can’t cry or process what you feel that is a sign that you are numb you have to give yourself grace and only surround yourself around people, environments and circumstances that lift you up avoid drama and chaos
My husband was diagnosed with brain cancer and now decided he wants to be with his first wife, after 15 years of what I thought was a wonderful marriage. I am grieving terribly. Thank you for this.
8 months and still I'm grieving the loss of my mother The struggle is real it has shown me who my true friends are and the ones I have been so blind to that I thought was there for me all they want to do is be into themselves they have no care about my suffering 💔😔
I just lost my sister yesterday and the pain is unbearable. She was only 21 & left her 3 yesr old girl behind. I dont know how to live this life without her. We'd spend hours on FaceTime multiple times a week & just talk. Her last few months here she'd become so devoted to God and just this past weekend she'd attended a church retreat. Hearing you say that God knows & allows just confirms ny theory that he knew what was coming and prepared her, washed away all her sins to receive her into His kingdom. I miss her so much already & i know she'd be telling to listen to God & trust Him.
My mother died on Christmas Day 2021. I am a disabled man and I was living with my mother here at our family home. I'm now the last living person in my immediate family. Everyone else is gone (Dad, Mom, 2 brothers). I'm all alone in my house now. The only friends I talk to are online. It was tough at first, then I was OK for a bit. Then, tonight, I went into Mom's room, hugged the pullover she used to wear and just cried like a baby. My heart is so broken. My Mom was my world - and now, I'm adrift.
So sorry for your loss, Axess. We're praying for you. If you'd like to connect with one of our pastors, please contact the church. We'd be happy to talk. You can also connect with us through our online services and prayer meetings.
I’m sorry for your loss. I lost my son in August. I go to his closet and hug his clothing. It smells like him and I pretend he is giving me one of his bear hugs like he used to.
I lost my daughter, her unborn and her fiance. Im in so much pain! However this message really comfort me to let me know Im not crazy while dealing with these flood emotions. Thank you so much Pastor! I will also watch this with my 15 year old son to give him comfort.
I lost my mom 3 years ago but it feels like yesterday and I really needed this ❤️God says He is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirits🙏
I needed to hear this today! The tsunami hit at 5:00 a.m. this morning and knocked me off my feet. It's really ugly during this time but as painful as this is you help me to realize that I have to go through it. I lost my husband of 34 years on 9/19/21 suddenly and I felt completely blindsided. We were best friends and did everything together. Now I am completely alone. I feel like a little bitty dot in a Great Big world. Every morning I wake up the nightmare begins all over again. He's not here, and I'm screaming, praying, lamenting, and in the Word. This pain is unbearable. And when the tsunami hits without warning it literally takes me off my feet. The holidays are quickly approaching and that ties my stomach up and knots. People ask me how I'm doing if I say okay, they're like that's good and keep moving. Sometimes I tell the truth, and say, I feel like my heart has been ripped out of my chest and I have literally been gutted. TRUTH!! The two shall become one flesh. Be kind, we don't know what kind of battle someone is facing or what kind of journey that they're on.
Donna, I know how you feel. Barbara passed February 3rd 2022. I feel like you feel. One day I told God the truth about how I really feel. I told Him that I believe He loves both Barbara and me, because of the many times He brought each of us through near death experiences. But I let God know that right now, I don't feel love, I feel abandoned and forsaken. Well as I sat there that very same day, I noticed a peace had come upon me. It was very subtle, but undeniable! I'm still going through quite a bit of grief. I miss my partner in life so badly. But God has comforted me as I stay in His word. I know He is the One who blessed me with Barbara. And even though I don't understand, I trust that He knows what was best for Barbara and for me, because He loves us and He wants us all to be saved, above all else. You are in my prayers 🙏❤️🙏
@@bjmartin1215 thank you. The pain is unbearable. It's was 8 months for me yesterday. I now have tolerable days and bad days. I still pray for the Lord to help me through this. I'm sorry for your loss. Yours is very recent. Grief is the price we pay for love. Take one moment at a time. One breath at a time. God will get us through this. It won't be painless or quick but He will go with us through it.
My brother passed on 9-11-2022, I’m having a very rough time with this because we were so close. I cry constantly and my heart hurts. I pray for strength, but I feel like I’m losing it.😢
May God Bless everyone here who is hurting. I recently lost my wife of 25 years and miss her greatly. I thank God for the gift of having her in my life. I pray Jesus will heal us all. Amen 🙏🏿
I just lost my mother 3 days ago, i am lost i cry every minute of the hour i dont know what to do, i try to stay strong for my sisters but i still found myself broken and crying. Life without her i cant imagine it.
I lost my darling husband suddenly to an aggressive form of cancer 2 months ago. He was a good man of God, we did ministry together and I cannot wrap my head around the loss. My situation is such that in another country right now and have absolutely no social life, no family. I will be going to be with family only in December. Please pray for me, if you read this.
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from.?
I appreciate this word! I am a pastor who loss my wife 2 months ago unexpectedly. It's been very tough dealing with the process of grief. Having the hope of seeing her again someday is a major component of what gets me through everyday. Blessings!
Yes, most important thing is that in Heaven we will see again. How mercy it will be! I loss my christian wife at age 43 about 3 months ago, she was driving our 4-year old girl to a doctor by car, when her hearth stopped working. Child yelled "mom" and crying, but she have to wait that some adult came and started emergency. There was not any marks of any problems earlier. I think that thousands of Christians prayed a miracle many days, but it did not happen. She was my "home" in this world. I have cried, prayed and yelled to God a lot. Can't understand, but knowing that Jesus Christ is good and almighty. God has given me some information, that many people will go to heaven because of this our "catastropic accident" and that He knows everything and will come back very soon. Also that He is only one who knows who is going to Heaven (meaning if You think that somebody is atheist, but God have strenght to speak to him/her in last second that she/he can faith in Christ). Please pray strenght of Holy Spirit me and our daughter. That we would have God's strenght to make our works here final and after that, Yes there is our Home in heaven with loving ones and God. Come, Christ, come! (Sorry my bad English)
i just lost my grandpa this past sunday. i was gonna see him in a month. it’s not fair lord. i’m not used to grief and i really loved my grandpa i was so excited to see him!! i feel everything the pastor is saying. i feel numb and disoriented. the way he died was gruesome as he was killed. i just cant believe it and all i can ask God is why!
The Lord knows what we need, when we need it. I am grieving the loss of my best friend, my beloved mother. She passed away January 28, 2022 due to complications from covid. What a shock it has been, indeed. I miss her everyday, my life feels like it has been thrown in a tailspin. I know God is faithful to His word. So I rest in His promises and I rest in His matchless peace...but I dont minimize my pain, either. Everyday has presented a new emotion, a new challenge. When grief gets thick, I cry and worship my way through it. It brings me much comfort to know that its ok to not keep up appearances and not be ok. I needed to hear that for my own sanity. The phone calls have stopped, the txts are dwindling, the check ins are becoming less and less...life is moving forward. I promised myself and the Lord tht I will take one day at a time. And all I ask in return is tht I not be pulled out the fire, but tht He will walk with me through it. Praying for all who are going through loss today. It is well, take all the time you need to go and be with God. Hes close to those of us who are broken hearted. Breathe...its ok to do so. May God bless you!
I lost my father in July, its November now, today after a long period of calm I wanted to reach to my phone and call my dad about all the good things that have happened and realised obviously I couldnt. This brought on a grief episode. After Dad's passing I rejoined the faith, this sermon however was something I needed today and I thank God for showing it to me.
This is just what I needed. My precious mother fought the fight with COVID for a couple of weeks. She went to be with the Lord at 2:30 this morning December 19, 2020. She was 88 years of age and had just had her birthday 4 days before. I also lost a good friend the same week, Dec 12, 2020. This preacher is absolutely correct about the distractions of getting things done with the funeral service, etc...and then you realize it's truly over and reality hits.
So true. That's why I think it's so ironic how everyone will visit during the time you're trying to organise all that stuff only to disappear when the true grief hits. That's when you need them to be there.
NEEDED THIS TODAY 🙌🏼 The loss of a child is so difficult...This whole year has been a rollercoaster! This blessed us today and thankful this video just randomly popped on my timeline.
Sorry for your loss. My daughter died 7 years ago. I was really lost for a long time. The first year I did not function too well. The second year ....I don't know...it's very hard to explain ..it seems like a mixed up jumble of life. I can remember being overwhelmed and saying to God..help me...I'm running to you..I'm feeling totally overwhelmed. He always helped me to calm down a bit. Take baby steps..just baby steps. That's all.
Thanks you for sharing the truth. My son died July 1 2021 and everything is still fresh I read your post and it have given me hope that I am going to he alright.
I lost my baby girl at 3 weeks old 2 weeks ago I know exactly how you feel and I’m still praying for you beautiful. God is healing each and every one of us and He shall get us through this
Thank you so much for this powerful message. My Husband and Parents passed away in 2018. It is so very painful. I thank God for his Love and for sending good people into my Life to help me. God is with us🙏🏽❤
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from.?
Thank you for your message pastor Larry. You did encourage me. My wife of 55 years went to be with the Lord 10 months ago and I am still struggling big time. Almost every night I asked the Lord to take me home to heaven in my sleep but every morning I'm still here. You said 18 to 24 months to begin to heal. I guess I have a ways to go. We were childhood sweethearts and grew up together. A teenage wedding. I don't know how I'm going to make it without her but maybe Jesus will help me. I am a Christian and Jesus is My Savior but he doesn't feel close right now. Even King David said God why are you so far away. Please put me on your prayer list. Thank you
The LOML passed April 18th, every 18th is hard. I know God has a plan for me but I just can’t believe my first love is gone. I’m so mad at him for making a dumb decision and taking the wrong drugs but he brought me to God. I truly believe I got to love an angel in my lifetime. Which has been my biggest blessing! It just hurts so bad. I know God is with me, I know Jesus is comforting me, but I can’t see them! At only 29 I’m so scared of my future. I feel like I don’t know who I am anymore. I’m sick of crying but I know I have to. I just want to be free
What a blessing. My mother died 11/20. My siblings, nieces, nephews and I have begun the greiving process. We hold on to our precious memories. Reading the scripture on loss in very helpful.
Lost my Dad this year. He was told at the hospital he only has a few months to live and he died within a less than a month.. I miss him so much. He was still young. Only 54. I wish I had more time with him. But I know he’s in heaven.
Thank you, even 4 years later this message is so timely and validating for me this Sunday afternoon. God bless you for being authentic real and transparent in your sermon.
Lost my best friend, colleague and sister a month ago. Felt so broken and some days I have a physical pain on my heart as I miss her so much. I want to talk to her, hug her and just be silly as we used to. I'm sure God will take the pain away in time I'm just not there yet. I cry when I miss her, and that's alright. God was gracious to take her the way she died, without pain or fear and I can imagine her absolute joy being with Jesus whom she loved. But still, we that stayed behind miss her joyful smile and laughs. Miss you my sis
My younger brother is going thru hospice due to cancer and I am crushed beyond words, please pray for me. Thank you so much pastor for this sermon. I needed it. Badly.
I had to bury both my gran parents - both side too , also buried my 9month old sister, an 8year old brother, then recently , my mom n then my 27year old sister.. I've had sorrow for more than half my life. Not a wonder God is so close to me, I just need His holy Spirit to guide me as I know n believe Jesus still intercedes till today .. N my loved ones are not lost at all.
I lost my cousin almost 7 weeks ago and it still feels like it was yesterday I got that sad news. We used to talk everyday and now he’s gone so suddenly. I haven’t stopped crying everyday. Please pray for me and his family to mourn like those who have hope. I don’t want us to drown in sorrow and look away from God.
Hello everyone. I’m so sorry for each of your loss/es. I lost my sister in November 2023. She was my best friend! I miss her every single day. I’m still grieving. In fact, I’m pretty sure I was stuck in denial for quite some time and just recently started to go through the other steps of grief. Now, as I write this, my brother is on life-support and only 44 years old. He has struggled with addiction his entire life and ended up getting into a physical alteration with another user who ended up stabbing him multiple times. I know that God is always good. I’m just , so saddened by this & I wish the outcome was a different one. I would appreciate prayers as I need to make the decision to take him off of life support as the doctor has said that he ‘s suffered brain damage and his organs are starting to fail. I have a feeling that I will be immersing my entire being into the word of God bc I know that that is where my healing will come from. In the meantime pls pray that God will provide me with an abundance of peace and strength 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤
God bless you for this beautiful sermon this is rhe best comfort I have received in dealing with the loss of my parents. I lost them both to covi and it was so quick and painful. The last time I saw them and touched them was seeing them going onto the hospital ward. They died with no family around them just strangers in the hospital. God knows its almost 3 years and I still cry. It hurts amd I miss them so much. Everything you said is true especially what happens after the funeral everyone is gone the calls stop coming and grief hits you like a sledge hammer. Please keep me and my kids in prayer it is rough and hard.
I am 22 years old. Lost my dad two years ago. He was man one hundred percent dedicated to GOD. Now he is resting in heaven. But it still hurts because I had to grow up as a man. Take care of myself, take care of my relationship with JESUS, take care of my responsabilities as a Student, as a son, as a brother, as a leader to some of my friends, etc. It's been tough but JESUS on his mercy has taken a really good care of me. My Dad used to say to me when I was a little boy that before him, JESUS CHRIST is my dad. And really believe that in the very bottom of my heart. Life is beautiful, it's a GIFT, so don't give up, carry on, look for some help, PRAY, PRAY, PRAY! HE always hears. And take a really good care of your thoughts.. don't let the sadness fool you, Daddy has everything under control for a Greatness purpose. “Come unto Me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28.
Today it's 10 months since my dad passed away. My heart still feels as shattered as the day he died. Some days it feels as if my heart is physically breaking. That's how much it hurts. I just hurt all over
I know exactly how you’re feeling. I lost my father 3 months ago, and sometimes I feel like I’m not going to make it. My father is my best friend, mentor, teacher, he was everything to me! I have my wife and my children, and I’m so thankful for them, but there’s nothing anybody can do to help me with my pain. I’m praying for you and your family!🙏🏾
I lost my baby brother February 2023 and my favorite cousin last month, October 2024 and this pain is unbearable 💔🥺I really can’t wrap my head around this back to back deaths & what God is is doing…& feeling rushed to heal by others is the worst/most annoying thing to me, so thank you for this heartfelt message🫂 I’m really struggling with Thess 4:13-17 this time around
I lost my paternal grandmother on Mother’s Day and soon after I had to return to training in the active duty army at 17 years old. I felt like life was picking up for me and when the months started passing life kind of gave me a reality check and here I am now trying to find my way 😢
Just listened this morning. Lost my husband, Jack, recently, and you have validated my feelings. I've been needing to hear that so desperately. Thank you.
I'm so sorry I lost my mama this past may as well unexpectedly 5/26/24. I haven't been the same since it's 12:44am not even 5 months later in 3 days it will be 5 months 10/26/24 and I'm sitting here balling my eyes out and found this video and it's helping me get through my grief right now. It is hard.
I lost a dear auntie who I didn’t know was as sick as she was. Had I known, I would’ve visited her or called to talk with her. One of my fatal flaws is taking things for granted so my guilt is very extreme. I really liked this video; it alleviated my pain for just a moment. Thank you Pastor McCarthy. 🙏
Thank You. I know about the tsunami of loss first hand. My husband is gone 39 years. I still miss him every day. I, now remember all the happy times, but even the tough were good with him. Thank you Jesus for giving me Ron on this earth. I wait to join you & all my loved ones one day in my final home
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from.?
My God, the hurt and the pain in these comments... my heart grieves with you all. I pray that you continue to be real and transparent with how you are feeling, I pray that you are surrounded with love and support, I pray that you seek out mental health support as you learn to live in your new normal, I pray that God walks with you or even carrie's you when needed like never before🙏🏽❤️
Thank you. As a Christian, I found you most comforting…I’ve been listening to everything, some crazy and disappointing that I’d even give some of it time. But we get desperate for comfort I guess. So your take was what I needed to hear. Thank you Pastor.
I lost my Daddy 2 yrs ago in July 2022 and now I have lost my Uncle Terry my moms brother. He was a Christain man who helped so many . I loved him so much he taught me so many things. He was a school teacher and Coach . He gave his all . We love you Uncle Terry Please rest in peace . I know your in Paradise now waiting! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
When he got done, I said "That was Delicious! Delectable!" Lost my Potna and my Love one week ago. I use to always say "Delectable" and she'd at least chuckle lmao! God Blessed with that Woman. I'm Grateful. Be Grateful. Amen. 🙏🏾
I lost my mother yesterday... it still hasn't fully sunk in yet. Lots of questions for the future. She was our anchor. My phone is blowing up and I just want people to leave me and my son alone for a few days. So we can soak it in and grieve. I have family members calling and asking how I'm doing. That's an obvious answer. Regret, anger towards the health system, remorse that I couldn't be there when she passed, I left her a message on her phone knowing she had passed but maybe she can hear it heaven. She was a kind woman. And I miss her. All I think about now is the conversations we had and her laugh when I told a joke. I don't know what to do now...
My dad went home in 2020. My mom in love went home 2 days ago. I am going through. I know my God has a plan. I am not super Christian, I have been bawling over the last 2 days. I am struggling with eating, and sleeping, and thinking. I am beyond sad. I just know, at this minute, that God will take care of me and my family. I am grateful for this.
Amen! It's difficult to cope with loss during this pandemic. The support of friends and family is definitely need but limited to phone calls. Just knowing that God will sustain me through this healing journey, gives me hope and joy.
@Maribel Roman i came across your touching comment in the grieving of love ones post here on you tube. Well am really sorry about that okay 😒☹and I know how it feels to be lonely without our love ones, we've all lost our love ones in death one way or the other, either a spouse, child, family members, or a true friend that meant the world to us, such is life I understand how you feel but life must move on because death is inevitable no matter how hard we try! And we'll all have to face it someday!!!
I lost my hubby of 34years...im lost sad no appetite. Forgetful. Hurting and I can go on.. Im tired... My tummy hurts... All I say daily.. Lord I trust you.. I need you.. Im hit hard... Very hard hard.... I know God is with me🙏🙏
My sister passed away December 29. She was 47. I want to see her again. 😢. Please Lord forgive my sister and I of our sins and allow us to see each other again one day in heaven. We glorify Your name . I pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
I lost my wife in a horrific car crash some weeksago. A sight i will never forget. Neither of us were religious, but we had our beliefs. We are good people and respect others beliefs. I really like the way this guy talks. Maybe the church has some good ideas on this subject after all.
What a comforting sermon, and what truth! My father passed away this year, and I felt like I'm going crazy with fluctuating grief related emotions. Thank God for the speaker of this heartfelt and understanding message about what grief is really like, that grief is not linear, and that it's not something that a person can just 'get over'. Thank you for the respectful tone you used to convey your message, without judgement, and without patronizing the one who is grieving. All the while, keeping it focused on the promises of God, that He will never forsake us, and that we are just passing through on this earth! There is hope after death for the believer in Christ, amen and amen! God bless you.
Oh my….a friend shared this with me. I lost my wife 6 months ago after nearly 52 years of marriage. The hurt is so deep and penetrating. I’ve been crying for a very long time. She was ill for seven years and I cared for her. I’m 70 yrs old and we were married at 18 yrs old. High school sweet hearts and neighbors. Pray for me….Please.
Al, so sorry for your loss. We're praying for you.
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So sorry for your loss. I pray Our Lord holds you in his everlasting arms and brings you comfort. I pray loved ones surround you and support you. God bless❤
Praying you’re doing better today, I’m deeply sorry. I pray everyday you have memories to bring so much joy and fill your heart and your family. Much love.
I pray that God give the strength you need to carry on.
this is saving me right now. i just lost my mom, and this is absolutely amazing. so glad i found it
We all will have to deal with loss and it's an unfortunate part of life that hurt so bad, not only does it hurt, it is the worst part of life, the way i see it my passed loved ones didn't die, i see them as being called by God, and believe he has better plans for them in his world, to die is to cease to exist but our loves one's never cease to exist, they transition to a better place.
WE lost our MOM suddenly in November 2024 & YES everyone asks how are you doing? are you OK? They want you to say yes, and you do...BUT WE are not OK. I hope in time we will be BUT for right now WE are NOT. I pray daily, I talk to HER daily, but sometimes the pain and sadness just comes. It's like a wave knocking me down. She would NOT want this for Us! WE know that, that doesn't make it any easier.
Thank You Pastor for such a moving, perfect Sermon. AND to anyone that has loss I pray that you find peace. Amen & AMEN
I.lost my wife in October...and people ask me the same questions. My answer to how are I tell them it depends on when you ask me.
I totally relate. Grieve is extremely hard. Lost my mom also suddenly in August. But the Lord we serve has not forsaken us. It is well ❤
2023?
I felt all of this
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Heavenly Father, please surround us with your loving embrace. Comfort our broken hearts, help us to focus on the good memories. Lift us up and carry us when our hearts are too heavy for us to move forward. Surround us with your grace & mercy. Amen.
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Thank you for strengthening us and sustaining us Oh Lord, I’m broken & weak , I’ve lost my beautiful 13 year old son , you know this because you permitted his death, it’s a pain like no other , Jesus I know you weep with us all . Thank you pastor for this sermon, it’s helped me beyond measure this last hour. I’m 4 months into my grief and I still live hour by hour. Peace be with us all 🙏🏼
I am so sorry for your loss, it is a pain like no other! I am sure he was an amazing young man and loved deeply now and forever!
I lost my beautiful daughter in a car accident! She was 22 years old, I will see her again someday soon!
Ya'll I ask that you will read the comment that I wrote to (elizamays 9003) . This is also my prayer for you. With love in Jesus' name ❤️ 😊 amen
I lost my only child last month, he was just 10 yr old. The thought that he is not here with me anymore is the greatest pain I felt in my entire life. I've been crying each day. Only my faith to God is making me feel better.
Im so touched by ur message ,may God give you strength that you never experienced before and peace that is above all understanding
I lost my Last son on the 22/09/2022 to an accident. It's not really easy.
But God has been strengthening me. I really can't concentrate on any thing now but I try
Sorry to hear about this tragedy! I lost my only daughter 9/28/22 she was just 18 in July a freshman at UC college her and her roommate where walking on campus and in a cross walk a teen driver whom stole the car,Her roommate survived but unfortunately my daughter didn’t survive her injuries. I am heart broken 💔@@buildingexceptionalpeoplew4229
Oh sweetheart, I’m so very sorry to hear about your dear Son. I have no words of comfort because although I’ve recently lost my Husband, the grief of losing your child is unimaginable. All I know for sure is that our Saviour knows your heart is broken and He will never not be there for you. Talk to Him always, cry to Him, express your anger to Him. He’s our Father, we need to let Him love and comfort us. You are in my prayers, sending love and big hugs ❤️
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I lost my cat 2 days ago. My baby I literally grew up with him we almost reached a decade together. He was so special to me and brought me lots of love and happiness. I pray the lord wraps his arms around me and brings me comfort.
May God comfort you . The loss of a pet is so painful.
Lost my mom last week unexpectedly. She was caring, forgiving, strong, beautiful, and friend.
I don't know how to get through this. I miss her so much.
Sorry to hear that, Linda. We're praying for you.
So sorry for the loss of your mother. When I lost my father at age 20 I was devastated. I'm 43 now. I'm going to tell you that you are going to be ok. It may take some time and it may be difficult, but you are going to be ok. I will pray for you and your family. God bless you. I'm going through my own loss right now. I lost my most beloved pet cat this week just a few days ago. She was my world and meant so much to me. I am very very sad, I miss her, and I cry, but I'm not ashamed of it. I wish you the very best and God bless you 🧡🙏
Praying for comfort, peace, and strength
@@TheMoodyChurchlost my aunt yesterday to cancer and she was the most lovely human being. Please can you pray for me too feeling depressed after this . Pray light to shine on her . Amen
I just unexpectedly lost my mama last week too… I am so sorry 😔
Thank you for this, I feel all of this. God bless you.
I lost my mom yesterday. I found her. God, she died all alone. She hadn't been feeling well, but I couldn't get to go to the doctor. Her door was locked, and I couldn't. I climbed through her window. I just saw her on Thursday and spoke with her later that evening. She said she wanted to sleep and she was very tired. God I wish I would have brought her to my home. I feel so guilty💔😥😢😭 I am very glad I found this video. God bless 🌸
My dad was plowing the driveway last friday. mom told him supper was done and he said he was going over it one more time he didn't come in and was laying beside tractor he died instantly from pulmonery embolism. I was just there Sunday he made me apple fritters and we talked for hours he had a slight limp he was also 73 and said he couldn't wait for it to warm up his leg bothered him in the cold If I had known I would have taken him to hospital.
So sorry for you all, from both comments and anyone feeling and struggling with these things, , can understand, and i would like to say I feel God showed me that our loved ones know all, more than ever and how we love them and always...❤🪽🕊️🫂🙏🏾our spirits are in heaven with them and Jesus 🙏🏾
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So sorry ❤❤ wish I could sit with you....& hug you.
Grief share is a beautiful ministry
This was great. It does make me feel a little better. Because it’s exactly what I feel every day confused I lost my wife four months ago. She had gotten a second chance with a heart transplant. But then got cancer that they missed 😢😢😢 she rescued a dog which helps me. And I promised her to take care of her son. His dad is not in the picture. He will graduate this year. I will keep my promise and take care of him.😢😢😢
So sorry for your loss, William. We're praying for you.
On August 6,2024, my beloved 51 year old son went home to be with Jesus. I miss him so much. This beautiful message so encouraged me and has given me hope. God allowed it and He will work it all out. God is the strength and source of my life.
Lost my wife to colorectal cancer at the age of 52 Fought hard for two years and am grieving her. Love her
I lost my husband, and it's the worst pain I have ever felt in my life.
I miss him so much.❤
I'm so sorry! ❤❤
Grief share can be helpful to grieve in a community ❤
Same my husband passed away in Oct 2024... Painful
@@mrs.monicalofotn598 so sorry 💔❤
🙏❤🙏to anyone grieving someone ...i lost my 85 year old dad earlier this year. Losing both parents especially the second definitely stings. Hope reading anyone reading this finds their faith in the idea that our lost loved ones are always with us and our relastionship witb them doesnt end it just changes forms . 🙏❤🙏
My childhood friend passed away. His wake is today. I just got off work. I'm in my driveway, listening to this. I will get ready, and head to the wake. "It's okay to not be okay." I needed to hear this. Thank you. If anyone comes across this comment, please keep me in your thoughts, and my friend's family in your prayers.
I'm in Australia and lost my daughter Christmas day and I'm still far from ok , but we will get there eventually .
Thank you. I am 87 years old. My husband of 68 years died a month ago. I’m not O K. No. No words to explain the pain, the loss, the empty and missing.
I sent this podcast to our 8 Children because you told everyone exactly how grief works. The tears and bawling that just goes on all the time. Can not think or feel anything but sorrow. Half of me is missing.
You are a blessing. I go back and listen. You said it all. Hard. Thank you again.
Wow 87 years old.
I am like a third your age and I feel I won't even reach 50...
Remember God want us to be strong till the end. He wants us to value the precious life he gave us so treat yourself right to honor his creation. We are alive and we must care for the alive. The dead are now in a sleep so they arw now aware of what we do they cannot contact us. They will be ressurrected later on.
But you must keep going you are strong tl reach that age. Honour life. Be there for your children and grandchildren.
Blessings
Sending you so much love Shirley 💕🌷💚
I’m so sorry for your loss….
What a blessing -Married for 68 years and 8 children!
Sorry about your lost I’m sure it’s hard you known him since you were a teen! Hope your well now and found some comfort ?
I pray in Jesus, holy and mighty name, that God comforts and heals your broken heart.
Before experiencing grief first hand, I always thought the sadness was for those who had passed. After experiencing it first hand, I now realize that the sadness is for those who did NOT pass. Those who have to continue on life without the one that gave them life to begin with.
My mother is terminal and doesn't have much left. She is everything to me. I am so sad, I pray Jesus helps us all.
I really needed to hear this. I lost my husband, August 7th, we were together for 43 years. I miss him so much. Please pray for me for strength.
Praying for you Kathy
@@TheMoodyChurch Thank you so much. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather. But most importantly, he was a Christian man, who loved his Lord . I'm completely lost without him .
@@TheMoodyChurch Thank you for your prayers. My husband Mason, was a wonderful man. I'm so lost without him. I don't think I can go on with out him. I know that he went to Heaven, but I don't think I can wait very much longer to be with him. I don't want to be here anymore
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@@megkag1977 The Lord numbers our days and has us here for a reason, even when it's hard to carry on and feels like a mystery. Your husband ran his race and is now in the arms of Jesus; he is still cheering you on to finish your own race well (Hebrews 12:1). If you'd like to speak to a pastor for guidance, please give us a call at 312-327-8600 and ask to speak to the pastor of the day. They'd be glad to talk with you and provide encouragement. God bless.
@@TheMoodyChurch Thank you so much, for your prayers, and reply. I know that I will see Mason again. It's just that I miss him so much, we were true soulmates, and best friends. He was the love of my life. 😔
Grieving the suicide death of my 33 year old son in 2020. I can testify that I don't grieve as those who have no hope. I can testify to the great comfort and help that the Lord has given me. But I still look for relief by listening to messages such as this for ongoing comfort. My friend reminded me the other day that it's supposed to hurt when a child dies. I miss him terribly. And I deal with so much guilt as a parent. What I have done that possibly could have caused this, and what I didn't do that could have prevented it. And I keep throwing myself into the arms of our loving heavenly Father who's giving me great peace that my child is with him. He has delivered him safely home.
This is so beautifully written ❤️ it's amazing how you are dealing with your grief, the Holy Spirit has reassured you that your son is in safe hands until you meet again ❤️🔥 Thank you for inspiring us with your testimony...I do hope you are continuing to feel comforted and full of hope because the loss must be ever so painful for you, being his Mum for 33 years 💙🩵💙
My heart goes out to you 🫶🏻♥️🫶🏻
I am sorry for your loss
I lost my mother nearly 6 months ago. The shock still feels fresh. She was the greatest positive influence in my life. A month ago, my best friend lost his father. My friend and I lost our greatest protectors. If anyone reads this comment, please pray for us.
So sorry for your loss, Tango. We're praying for you.
Thank you pastor❤ lost my dad 9 months ago the pain that he is gone is unbearable and has affected me physically on top of emotional pain. The loss follows me everywhere and in everything I do. Your words helped me so much. God bless you ❤
My daughter passed away in march this year. She was 42. Pray for me 😢
I can truly relate with you, and my prayer for you is that OUR LORD WILL BLESS YOU WITH HIS PEACE. THE PEACE THAT SURPASSES ALLLLLLL UNDERSTANDING . WHEN MY 21 YR. OLD SON ROBERT (ONLY CHILD) PASSED AWAY IN 2001, I HAD REFUSED TO ATEND HIS FUNERAL BUT MY HUSBAND PRAYED OVER ME ....I WENT TO THE FUNERAL HOME FEELING NOTHING BUT, WHEN WE GOT TO THE CLOSED DOORS WHERE HE WAS LAYED OUTMY HUSBAND HELD MY HAND WITH ONE HAND AND HIS OTHER HAND ON THE DOOR NOB WITH HIS OTHER. HE ASKED ME IF I WAS READY, I TOOK A DEEP BREATH AND SAID YES IM READY. WHEN HE OPENED THE DOOR AND WHEN I SEEN MY SON IN THE CASKET " INSTINTLY I WAS OVERWHELMED WITH GOD'S PEACE THAT SURPASSES ALLLLL UNDERSTANDING ". I DROPED MY HUSBANDS HAND AND TOLD HIM I'M GOOOOOOD AS I WALKED OVER TO SEE MY SON. AND TO THIS DAY, I STILL HAVE THAT PEACE , HALLELUJAH TO OUR SAVIOR THE PRINCE OF PEACE. This is what I pray for you in Jesus mighty, mighty name ❤amen. love in Jesus ❤😊
lost my sister march 2nd 2022, so sick of people telling me to be strong & not to cry, how do i not cry when i’m so devastated? 😔 physically and mentally sick at the thought that she’s really gone.
I am sorry for your loss and pray that you found peace
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I am so sorry for your loss beloved. Grief can look different for each person. Grieve in your own way. Cry, shout, be raw, let it out. Your grief matters. God is close to the broken hearted. He is right there with you in the midst of your pain. He hears you.
Some people don’t understand grief. Its not something thats talked about often. It sucks. I am praying for you. I see you. I’m walking through a season of loss and can relate to your comment so much.
I lost my wife who is my world last year to cancer, I cry most days happy tears at memories and sad tears that she has gone. People who haven't experienced the pain that we have every day with our loss don't understand. Don't be hard on people because they don't know what to say. I've gone through anger,sadness, dark thoughts most weeks. It will never go away but it will get easier. It's like the pain we feel at the moment is the size of a basketball but in time it will reduce to the size of a tennis ball and we can keep it in our pocket, it will never go away but it will be easier to manage. Look after yourself x
I lost my wife five days after your sister left you. I understand that pain. God loves you, pray for healing and strength for you.
My Mom passed away almost 6 months ago.
She was the most beautiful amazing person in the world.
I miss her so much.
I thank God for the time that I had with her.
My siblings and I were so blessed to have an amazing Mom.
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Every day since my son died suddenly in June at 38, someone tells me a story about his joy, love of life and especially his incredible kindness to others in the arts community. I share these stories with his dad and brothers; we cry, we laugh and it helps. Tell someone who’s lost someone a story about how they touched them. It helps a lot. We are sad but we laugh too. Our memories are raw but real and incredible. These are difficult times for us, but we will honor Ian by living our life to the fullest as we he would have.
grief is necessary to heal
if you can’t cry or process what you feel that is a sign that you are numb
you have to give yourself grace
and only surround yourself around people, environments and circumstances that lift you up
avoid drama and chaos
My husband was diagnosed with brain cancer and now decided he wants to be with his first wife, after 15 years of what I thought was a wonderful marriage. I am grieving terribly. Thank you for this.
I’m sorry. Praying for your peace.
I lost my mom two weeks ago and my colleges were telling me to get over it and get to work,Nothing has ever made me feel depressed as such
Lord i miss my daughters 😢❤
You are a blessing, pastor. My entire life since my mum died 5 months ago described in one sermon. I am grateful for those with hearts like yours
Thank you. I lost my dad at Christmas time. I’m finding it hard. I appreciate this.
8 months and still I'm grieving the loss of my mother The struggle is real it has shown me who my true friends are and the ones I have been so blind to that I thought was there for me all they want to do is be into themselves they have no care about my suffering 💔😔
I lost my mom last weekend and this is the hardest thing I've ever been through....please pray for my family.
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So sorry for your loss, Melissa. We're praying for you.
I just lost my sister yesterday and the pain is unbearable. She was only 21 & left her 3 yesr old girl behind. I dont know how to live this life without her. We'd spend hours on FaceTime multiple times a week & just talk. Her last few months here she'd become so devoted to God and just this past weekend she'd attended a church retreat. Hearing you say that God knows & allows just confirms ny theory that he knew what was coming and prepared her, washed away all her sins to receive her into His kingdom. I miss her so much already & i know she'd be telling to listen to God & trust Him.
I lost my mum on Saturday I needed to hear this DEER. Please God bless all who are grieving!
My mother died on Christmas Day 2021. I am a disabled man and I was living with my mother here at our family home. I'm now the last living person in my immediate family. Everyone else is gone (Dad, Mom, 2 brothers). I'm all alone in my house now. The only friends I talk to are online. It was tough at first, then I was OK for a bit. Then, tonight, I went into Mom's room, hugged the pullover she used to wear and just cried like a baby. My heart is so broken. My Mom was my world - and now, I'm adrift.
So sorry for your loss, Axess. We're praying for you. If you'd like to connect with one of our pastors, please contact the church. We'd be happy to talk. You can also connect with us through our online services and prayer meetings.
I’m sorry for your loss. I lost my son in August. I go to his closet and hug his clothing. It smells like him and I pretend he is giving me one of his bear hugs like he used to.
I lost my daughter, her unborn and her fiance. Im in so much pain! However this message really comfort me to let me know Im not crazy while dealing with these flood emotions. Thank you so much Pastor! I will also watch this with my 15 year old son to give him comfort.
So sorry for your loss, Jasmine. Will be praying for you.
I'm sorry for your loss. I'll say a prayer for you
Im thinking of you.
@@windowdancercymbals8246 Thank you 🙏🏽 very much
May His Grace continue to surround you while on this toughest journey!
I lost my mom 3 years ago but it feels like yesterday and I really needed this ❤️God says He is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirits🙏
I needed to hear this today! The tsunami hit at 5:00 a.m. this morning and knocked me off my feet. It's really ugly during this time but as painful as this is you help me to realize that I have to go through it. I lost my husband of 34 years on 9/19/21 suddenly and I felt completely blindsided. We were best friends and did everything together. Now I am completely alone. I feel like a little bitty dot in a Great Big world. Every morning I wake up the nightmare begins all over again. He's not here, and I'm screaming, praying, lamenting, and in the Word.
This pain is unbearable. And when the tsunami hits without warning it literally takes me off my feet.
The holidays are quickly approaching and that ties my stomach up and knots.
People ask me how I'm doing if I say okay, they're like that's good and keep moving. Sometimes I tell the truth, and say, I feel like my heart has been ripped out of my chest and I have literally been gutted. TRUTH!!
The two shall become one flesh.
Be kind, we don't know what kind of battle someone is facing or what kind of journey that they're on.
Sorry for your loss Donna! May God comfort you🙏🏾 and protect you
Donna, I know how you feel. Barbara passed February 3rd 2022. I feel like you feel. One day I told God the truth about how I really feel. I told Him that I believe He loves both Barbara and me, because of the many times He brought each of us through near death experiences. But I let God know that right now, I don't feel love, I feel abandoned and forsaken. Well as I sat there that very same day, I noticed a peace had come upon me. It was very subtle, but undeniable! I'm still going through quite a bit of grief. I miss my partner in life so badly. But God has comforted me as I stay in His word. I know He is the One who blessed me with Barbara. And even though I don't understand, I trust that He knows what was best for Barbara and for me, because He loves us and He wants us all to be saved, above all else. You are in my prayers 🙏❤️🙏
@@bjmartin1215 thank you. The pain is unbearable. It's was 8 months for me yesterday. I now have tolerable days and bad days. I still pray for the Lord to help me through this. I'm sorry for your loss. Yours is very recent. Grief is the price we pay for love. Take one moment at a time. One breath at a time. God will get us through this. It won't be painless or quick but He will go with us through it.
@@justpeachy1013 Amen, yes He will. And one day soon when Christ returns, we will be with them. And we will never part again.
I need to show this to my mom,,,,
My brother passed on 9-11-2022, I’m having a very rough time with this because we were so close. I cry constantly and my heart hurts. I pray for strength, but I feel like I’m losing it.😢
So sorry for your loss, Karen. We're praying for you.
Sorry for your loss sweet heart.
I lost my son too same month.
I'm so sorry.😔 We can stop and say to Jesus, "I receive Your peace" 🙏
😔🤝 sorry to hear..
So sorry
My dear ♥️ wife passed away on the 26th of January 2024. I miss her so very much. She is keeping a light on for me
May God Bless everyone here who is hurting. I recently lost my wife of 25 years and miss her greatly. I thank God for the gift of having her in my life. I pray Jesus will heal us all. Amen 🙏🏿
Amen, Jason.
Was lead to this clip today by Jesus. I lost my mum a month ago. This is just what I needed to hear.
I just lost my mother 3 days ago, i am lost i cry every minute of the hour i dont know what to do, i try to stay strong for my sisters but i still found myself broken and crying. Life without her i cant imagine it.
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This message really helped me. .
I lost my darling husband suddenly to an aggressive form of cancer 2 months ago. He was a good man of God, we did ministry together and I cannot wrap my head around the loss. My situation is such that in another country right now and have absolutely no social life, no family. I will be going to be with family only in December. Please pray for me, if you read this.
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from.?
Lord God surround them. And let them know they are not alone. I pray those around them can show them this ❤
I appreciate this word! I am a pastor who loss my wife 2 months ago unexpectedly. It's been very tough dealing with the process of grief. Having the hope of seeing her again someday is a major component of what gets me through everyday. Blessings!
Prayers for you! Grief is confusing as a believer! Because you have every possible emotion, ever! 🙏🙏🙏
Yes, most important thing is that in Heaven we will see again. How mercy it will be! I loss my christian wife at age 43 about 3 months ago, she was driving our 4-year old girl to a doctor by car, when her hearth stopped working. Child yelled "mom" and crying, but she have to wait that some adult came and started emergency. There was not any marks of any problems earlier. I think that thousands of Christians prayed a miracle many days, but it did not happen. She was my "home" in this world. I have cried, prayed and yelled to God a lot. Can't understand, but knowing that Jesus Christ is good and almighty.
God has given me some information, that many people will go to heaven because of this our "catastropic accident" and that He knows everything and will come back very soon. Also that He is only one who knows who is going to Heaven (meaning if You think that somebody is atheist, but God have strenght to speak to him/her in last second that she/he can faith in Christ).
Please pray strenght of Holy Spirit me and our daughter. That we would have God's strenght to make our works here final and after that, Yes there is our Home in heaven with loving ones and God. Come, Christ, come!
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May He continue to cover you under His Wings!
i just lost my grandpa this past sunday. i was gonna see him in a month. it’s not fair lord. i’m not used to grief and i really loved my grandpa i was so excited to see him!! i feel everything the pastor is saying. i feel numb and disoriented. the way he died was gruesome as he was killed. i just cant believe it and all i can ask God is why!
The Lord knows what we need, when we need it. I am grieving the loss of my best friend, my beloved mother. She passed away January 28, 2022 due to complications from covid. What a shock it has been, indeed. I miss her everyday, my life feels like it has been thrown in a tailspin. I know God is faithful to His word. So I rest in His promises and I rest in His matchless peace...but I dont minimize my pain, either. Everyday has presented a new emotion, a new challenge. When grief gets thick, I cry and worship my way through it. It brings me much comfort to know that its ok to not keep up appearances and not be ok. I needed to hear that for my own sanity. The phone calls have stopped, the txts are dwindling, the check ins are becoming less and less...life is moving forward. I promised myself and the Lord tht I will take one day at a time. And all I ask in return is tht I not be pulled out the fire, but tht He will walk with me through it. Praying for all who are going through loss today. It is well, take all the time you need to go and be with God. Hes close to those of us who are broken hearted. Breathe...its ok to do so. May God bless you!
Thank you, I'm grieving, my Mom died 5/1/22
I lost my father in July, its November now, today after a long period of calm I wanted to reach to my phone and call my dad about all the good things that have happened and realised obviously I couldnt. This brought on a grief episode. After Dad's passing I rejoined the faith, this sermon however was something I needed today and I thank God for showing it to me.
This is just what I needed. My precious mother fought the fight with COVID for a couple of weeks. She went to be with the Lord at 2:30 this morning December 19, 2020. She was 88 years of age and had just had her birthday 4 days before. I also lost a good friend the same week, Dec 12, 2020. This preacher is absolutely correct about the distractions of getting things done with the funeral service, etc...and then you realize it's truly over and reality hits.
Very sorry for your loss, Cindy. We're praying for you.
So true. That's why I think it's so ironic how everyone will visit during the time you're trying to organise all that stuff only to disappear when the true grief hits. That's when you need them to be there.
Lost a 32 year old cousin around that time now this year in April around his birthday daddy died at almost 56
Thank you for this Message Brother
NEEDED THIS TODAY 🙌🏼 The loss of a child is so difficult...This whole year has been a rollercoaster! This blessed us today and thankful this video just randomly popped on my timeline.
Sorry for your loss. My daughter died 7 years ago. I was really lost for a long time. The first year I did not function too well. The second year ....I don't know...it's very hard to explain ..it seems like a mixed up jumble of life. I can remember being overwhelmed and saying to God..help me...I'm running to you..I'm feeling totally overwhelmed. He always helped me to calm down a bit. Take baby steps..just baby steps. That's all.
I understand your loss of a child..prayers
Thanks you for sharing the truth. My son died July 1 2021 and everything is still fresh I read your post and it have given me hope that I am going to he alright.
GOD bless you in JESUS name
I lost my baby girl at 3 weeks old 2 weeks ago
I know exactly how you feel and I’m still praying for you beautiful. God is healing each and every one of us and He shall get us through this
Thank you so much for this powerful message. My Husband and Parents passed away in 2018. It is so very painful. I thank God for his Love and for sending good people into my Life to help me. God is with us🙏🏽❤
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from.?
Thank you for your message pastor Larry. You did encourage me. My wife of 55 years went to be with the Lord 10 months ago and I am still struggling big time. Almost every night I asked the Lord to take me home to heaven in my sleep but every morning I'm still here. You said 18 to 24 months to begin to heal. I guess I have a ways to go. We were childhood sweethearts and grew up together. A teenage wedding. I don't know how I'm going to make it without her but maybe Jesus will help me. I am a Christian and Jesus is My Savior but he doesn't feel close right now. Even King David said God why are you so far away. Please put me on your prayer list. Thank you
The LOML passed April 18th, every 18th is hard. I know God has a plan for me but I just can’t believe my first love is gone. I’m so mad at him for making a dumb decision and taking the wrong drugs but he brought me to God. I truly believe I got to love an angel in my lifetime. Which has been my biggest blessing! It just hurts so bad. I know God is with me, I know Jesus is comforting me, but I can’t see them! At only 29 I’m so scared of my future. I feel like I don’t know who I am anymore. I’m sick of crying but I know I have to. I just want to be free
What a blessing. My mother died 11/20. My siblings, nieces, nephews and I have begun the greiving process. We hold on to our precious memories. Reading the scripture on loss in very helpful.
Lost my Dad this year. He was told at the hospital he only has a few months to live and he died within a less than a month.. I miss him so much. He was still young. Only 54. I wish I had more time with him. But I know he’s in heaven.
Lost my best friend today. He was 36 years old, this message blessed me!
Thank you, even 4 years later this message is so timely and validating for me this Sunday afternoon. God bless you for being authentic real and transparent in your sermon.
Lost my best friend, colleague and sister a month ago. Felt so broken and some days I have a physical pain on my heart as I miss her so much. I want to talk to her, hug her and just be silly as we used to. I'm sure God will take the pain away in time I'm just not there yet. I cry when I miss her, and that's alright. God was gracious to take her the way she died, without pain or fear and I can imagine her absolute joy being with Jesus whom she loved. But still, we that stayed behind miss her joyful smile and laughs. Miss you my sis
My younger brother is going thru hospice due to cancer and I am crushed beyond words, please pray for me. Thank you so much pastor for this sermon. I needed it. Badly.
I had to bury both my gran parents - both side too , also buried my 9month old sister, an 8year old brother, then recently , my mom n then my 27year old sister.. I've had sorrow for more than half my life. Not a wonder God is so close to me, I just need His holy Spirit to guide me as I know n believe Jesus still intercedes till today .. N my loved ones are not lost at all.
Your loses have been grave for sure. My condolences and I will pray for your strength and that you find peace and some joy.
I lost my cousin almost 7 weeks ago and it still feels like it was yesterday I got that sad news. We used to talk everyday and now he’s gone so suddenly. I haven’t stopped crying everyday. Please pray for me and his family to mourn like those who have hope. I don’t want us to drown in sorrow and look away from God.
Hello everyone. I’m so sorry for each of your loss/es.
I lost my sister in November 2023. She was my best friend! I miss her every single day. I’m still grieving. In fact, I’m pretty sure I was stuck in denial for quite some time and just recently started to go through the other steps of grief.
Now, as I write this, my brother is on life-support and only 44 years old. He has struggled with addiction his entire life and ended up getting into a physical alteration with another user who ended up stabbing him multiple times. I know that God is always good. I’m just , so saddened by this & I wish the outcome was a different one. I would appreciate prayers as I need to make the decision to take him off of life support as the doctor has said that he ‘s suffered brain damage and his organs are starting to fail. I have a feeling that I will be immersing my entire being into the word of God bc I know that that is where my healing will come from. In the meantime pls pray that God will provide me with an abundance of peace and strength 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤
God bless you, keep you and comfort you. God will provide all that you need. Peace be with you.
God bless you for this beautiful sermon this is rhe best comfort I have received in dealing with the loss of my parents. I lost them both to covi and it was so quick and painful. The last time I saw them and touched them was seeing them going onto the hospital ward. They died with no family around them just strangers in the hospital. God knows its almost 3 years and I still cry. It hurts amd I miss them so much. Everything you said is true especially what happens after the funeral everyone is gone the calls stop coming and grief hits you like a sledge hammer. Please keep me and my kids in prayer it is rough and hard.
I am 22 years old. Lost my dad two years ago. He was man one hundred percent dedicated to GOD. Now he is resting in heaven. But it still hurts because I had to grow up as a man. Take care of myself, take care of my relationship with JESUS, take care of my responsabilities as a Student, as a son, as a brother, as a leader to some of my friends, etc. It's been tough but JESUS on his mercy has taken a really good care of me. My Dad used to say to me when I was a little boy that before him, JESUS CHRIST is my dad. And really believe that in the very bottom of my heart. Life is beautiful, it's a GIFT, so don't give up, carry on, look for some help, PRAY, PRAY, PRAY! HE always hears. And take a really good care of your thoughts.. don't let the sadness fool you, Daddy has everything under control for a Greatness purpose.
“Come unto Me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28.
I lost my dad 2 years ago and nothing has ever hurt so much God is the only reason I'm still sane
Today it's 10 months since my dad passed away. My heart still feels as shattered as the day he died. Some days it feels as if my heart is physically breaking. That's how much it hurts. I just hurt all over
So sorry for your loss, Tasneem. We're praying for you.
Tandem I'm praying for you.
My entire body is sore
I know exactly how you’re feeling. I lost my father 3 months ago, and sometimes I feel like I’m not going to make it. My father is my best friend, mentor, teacher, he was everything to me! I have my wife and my children, and I’m so thankful for them, but there’s nothing anybody can do to help me with my pain. I’m praying for you and your family!🙏🏾
@@lydellwhite5024 and I will keep on praying for you as well. May the Lord God Almighty comfort all of us. Keep well my friend 🙌
I lost my baby brother February 2023 and my favorite cousin last month, October 2024 and this pain is unbearable 💔🥺I really can’t wrap my head around this back to back deaths & what God is is doing…& feeling rushed to heal by others is the worst/most annoying thing to me, so thank you for this heartfelt message🫂 I’m really struggling with Thess 4:13-17 this time around
I lost my paternal grandmother on Mother’s Day and soon after I had to return to training in the active duty army at 17 years old. I felt like life was picking up for me and when the months started passing life kind of gave me a reality check and here I am now trying to find my way 😢
I lost my mother a week ago and the pain hurts a lot. I miss her but I will get through this with the strength of the lord. ❤ please pray for me
Lost my grandpa to alcoholism 2 years ago it’s hitting me more now 🥺
I miss him, he loved me and I loved him so much 😢
Just listened this morning. Lost my husband, Jack, recently, and you have validated my feelings. I've been needing to hear that so desperately. Thank you.
I lost my daddy this past May. Unexpected and some days I feel like I’m going absolutely crazy. Grief is hard. It’s just hard..
I'm so sorry I lost my mama this past may as well unexpectedly 5/26/24. I haven't been the same since it's 12:44am not even 5 months later in 3 days it will be 5 months 10/26/24 and I'm sitting here balling my eyes out and found this video and it's helping me get through my grief right now. It is hard.
I lost a dear auntie who I didn’t know was as sick as she was. Had I known, I would’ve visited her or called to talk with her. One of my fatal flaws is taking things for granted so my guilt is very extreme. I really liked this video; it alleviated my pain for just a moment. Thank you Pastor McCarthy. 🙏
Thank You. I know about the tsunami of loss first hand. My husband is gone 39 years. I still miss him every day. I, now remember all the happy times, but even the tough were good with him. Thank you Jesus for giving me Ron on this earth. I wait to join you & all my loved ones one day in my final home
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from.?
My God, the hurt and the pain in these comments... my heart grieves with you all. I pray that you continue to be real and transparent with how you are feeling, I pray that you are surrounded with love and support, I pray that you seek out mental health support as you learn to live in your new normal, I pray that God walks with you or even carrie's you when needed like never before🙏🏽❤️
I have listened to this message time and time again and it is so helpful to me after my loss
I lost my son 5 days ago suddenly unexpectedly.. im living moments not days .. we miss and love him so very very much
Thank you. As a Christian, I found you most comforting…I’ve been listening to everything, some crazy and disappointing that I’d even give some of it time. But we get desperate for comfort I guess. So your take was what I needed to hear. Thank you Pastor.
I lost my Daddy 2 yrs ago in July 2022 and now I have lost my Uncle Terry my moms brother. He was a Christain man who helped so many . I loved him so much he taught me so many things. He was a school teacher and Coach . He gave his all . We love you Uncle Terry Please rest in peace . I know your in Paradise now waiting! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I needed this today... thank you. God is good
When he got done, I said "That was Delicious! Delectable!" Lost my Potna and my Love one week ago. I use to always say "Delectable" and she'd at least chuckle lmao! God Blessed with that Woman. I'm Grateful. Be Grateful. Amen. 🙏🏾
@@standubya23 god bless you brother
I needed this today. My dad died six days ago and the grief is REAL. I have the hope but the pain is deep.
I lost my mother yesterday... it still hasn't fully sunk in yet. Lots of questions for the future. She was our anchor. My phone is blowing up and I just want people to leave me and my son alone for a few days. So we can soak it in and grieve. I have family members calling and asking how I'm doing. That's an obvious answer. Regret, anger towards the health system, remorse that I couldn't be there when she passed, I left her a message on her phone knowing she had passed but maybe she can hear it heaven. She was a kind woman. And I miss her. All I think about now is the conversations we had and her laugh when I told a joke. I don't know what to do now...
So sorry for your loss, Steve. We're praying for you.
My dad went home in 2020. My mom in love went home 2 days ago. I am going through. I know my God has a plan. I am not super Christian, I have been bawling over the last 2 days. I am struggling with eating, and sleeping, and thinking. I am beyond sad. I just know, at this minute, that God will take care of me and my family. I am grateful for this.
Amen! It's difficult to cope with loss during this pandemic. The support of friends and family is definitely need but limited to phone calls. Just knowing that God will sustain me through this healing journey, gives me hope and joy.
Thanks for sharing Kathy, that's encouraging.
@Maribel Roman i came across your touching comment in the grieving of love ones post here on you tube. Well am really sorry about that okay 😒☹and I know how it feels to be lonely without our love ones, we've all lost our love ones in death one way or the other, either a spouse, child, family members, or a true friend that meant the world to us, such is life I understand how you feel but life must move on because death is inevitable no matter how hard we try! And we'll all have to face it someday!!!
It's that one reoccurring thought that does it 😢no matter what we do .. then can't stop cryin
I lost my hubby of 34years...im lost sad no appetite. Forgetful. Hurting and I can go on.. Im tired... My tummy hurts... All I say daily.. Lord I trust you.. I need you..
Im hit hard... Very hard hard.... I know God is with me🙏🙏
Thank You! Grandma will not be here physically soon and she was so NICE and pure. 100 yrs . old I LOVE YOU GRANDMA!!! Its olay for me to grieve.
My sister passed away December 29. She was 47. I want to see her again. 😢. Please Lord forgive my sister and I of our sins and allow us to see each other again one day in heaven. We glorify Your name . I pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
I lost my son who is 31yrs old suddenly! and it's really hard to explain in what kind of grief we are! pray for us please.
Lost my grandson 22yrs old 18 mths ago. No word to explain the pain. We lean on Jesus.will pray for u.
I lost my wife in a horrific car crash some weeksago. A sight i will never forget. Neither of us were religious, but we had our beliefs. We are good people and respect others beliefs. I really like the way this guy talks. Maybe the church has some good ideas on this subject after all.
So sorry for your loss, Bob. We're praying for you.
It's the second time I've listened to this. It's a warm, sympathetic embrace for those of us struggling with grief. God's embrace, thank you.
IN JESUS, NAME MAY EVERY HEART THAT COMES ACROSS THIS VIDEO AND LISTENS, BE GIVEN SUPERNATURAL HOPE IN THEIR DESPAIR AND GRIEF!!!
What a comforting sermon, and what truth! My father passed away this year, and I felt like I'm going crazy with fluctuating grief related emotions. Thank God for the speaker of this heartfelt and understanding message about what grief is really like, that grief is not linear, and that it's not something that a person can just 'get over'. Thank you for the respectful tone you used to convey your message, without judgement, and without patronizing the one who is grieving. All the while, keeping it focused on the promises of God, that He will never forsake us, and that we are just passing through on this earth! There is hope after death for the believer in Christ, amen and amen! God bless you.
I wish we had pastors like you here where I am