Loss and grief are such monsters. They sweep in quietly and swipe every ounce of happiness in your heart, if you aren’t careful.
As I read this passage from the Psalms this morning, I’m reminded that even in this time of grief and mourning, God can bring joy and gladness.
This might sound strange to some.
How can my heavy, grieving heart rejoice? How can I find joy or happiness in the middle of all this heartache and pain?
One word answers this simple question.
Faith.
My faith in God reminds me of the hope I have beyond this life—the hope of eternal life.
Faith reminds me that even in my darkest nights, when sleep evades me and grief overwhelms me, God still remains in control.
Faith reminds me that if I listen, and if I trust, I can and I will hear joy and gladness.
Faith reminds me that no matter what I face, no matter how great the pain, I am an overcomer through Him.
Because HE is faithful.
