At some point in our lives, we all face loss. It’s an inevitable part of being human. Losing a loved one leaves a void that feels impossible to fill. In those first moments, hope might seem like the last thing on our minds. But strangely enough, hope is what helps us find a way forward after heartbreak.

Wrestling with Faith in Grief

Grief has a way of shaking everything we believe. If you’ve ever lost someone dear to you, you might have asked, Why did this happen? Why would God allow this? Why didn’t He answer my prayers? These questions are natural. They come from a place of pain, longing, and the deep desire for things to have been different. But often, they lead to silence. No clear answers. Just the ache of loss.

And yet, in that silence, something remains: God’s presence.

We live in a world where pain exists, where loss feels unfair, and where the enemy seeks "to steal, kill, and destroy" (John 10:10). But even in our darkest moments, God’s promises stand firm. He is with us, whether we can feel it or not. He doesn’t abandon us in grief. He carries us through it. His promises are still "yes and amen" (2 Corinthians 1:20).

Jesus Understands Our Pain

One of the most beautiful examples of God’s compassion in grief is seen in Jesus’ response to the death of His friend Lazarus. Even though He knew He would raise Lazarus from the dead, Jesus wept (John 11:35). He felt the sorrow of losing someone He loved. He saw the pain of Mary and Martha, Lazarus’ sisters, and His heart broke for them.

This moment reminds us that God is not distant from our grief. He understands it. He walks through it with us. And He provides more than just comfort. He gives us hope.

The Gift of Comfort and Peace

Think about Jesus’ disciples. When they realized He was going to die, they were devastated. He had been their teacher, their friend, their guide. How could they go on without Him? Jesus, knowing their grief, didn’t just leave them to figure it out alone. He made them a promise:

“And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor, Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), to be with you forever.” (John 14:16 AMP)

He didn’t stop there. He also promised them something essential for healing:

“Peace I leave with you; My (perfect) Peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid.” (John 14:27 AMP)

Jesus knew that grief doesn’t just need time. It needs comfort and peace. Family and friends can help, but their presence alone isn’t always enough. That’s why He gave us something deeper: His Spirit, His Peace, His unshakable hope.

Finding Hope in the Midst of Grief

Grief is heavy, and healing isn’t a straight path. Some days are harder than others. But even in the darkest moments, we can cling to the hope that we are not alone. God’s comfort and peace aren’t dependent on how we feel. They are promises that stand firm, no matter what.

You don’t have to see it to trust it. You don’t have to feel it to know it’s real. Hope is an anchor for the soul, even in sorrow.

So if you're grieving today, take heart. The same God who wept for Lazarus, the same Jesus who promised peace to His disciples, is walking with you too. His comfort is real, and His peace is available. One step at a time, He will guide you through.

You are not alone. And even in grief, there is hope.