Tag: Grief And Sorrow

Lamentations Chapter 1: Lamenting and Mourning for Zion

The Book of Lamentations reflects the experience of an individual who had seen and experienced the violence and the brutality that occurred in Jerusalem during its conquest by the Babylonian army in 587 BCE. He probably lived in the city during the long months of the siege, a siege that deprived the people of the… Continue reading Lamentations Chapter 1: Lamenting and Mourning for Zion

Why crying is ok in times of hardship

An image of a man crying. (Photo by Tom Pumford from Unsplash) Throughout history, many have frowned upon public displays of emotion, particularly crying. There exists a societal stigma that suggests that shedding tears, especially in challenging times, is a sign of weakness or instability.  You might have even heard phrases like “hold it together”… Continue reading Why crying is ok in times of hardship

Dealing With Loss as a Christian

Dealing with loss as a Christian means we have comfort in knowing there’s life beyond the grave. Still, the Bible tells us there is a time to weep. It’s Okay to Feel Sorrow “Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.’” (John 11:25… Continue reading Dealing With Loss as a Christian