Tag Archives: grief

Repost of Praising My Way Through Grief

Posted on November 17, 2019 by elainecreasman

Lately, I’ve been going through a time of grieving. This grieving does not have to do with the death of a loved one, but the seeming death of dreams I’ve had for loved ones. Some days I feel the more … Continue reading →

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Grief In The Midst of Trials

Posted on March 17, 2018 by elainecreasman

As I continue to face a difficult circumstance with a loved one making bad choices with matters going from bad to worse, at times I feel overwhelmed by grief. I find myself going through the different stages of grief as … Continue reading →

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Trusting God In Tragedy

Posted on March 22, 2017 by elainecreasman

Five years ago my brother died by suicide. At the time, my heart felt shattered. God healed my broken heart in this past five years. He drew me closer to Himself, and I learned that trust grows in the midst … Continue reading →

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Bringing Our Losses to the Lord

Posted on May 2, 2016 by elainecreasman

“I am thankful, not for the losses but for all God brought me through, because I am positive I wouldn’t otherwise know Him like I do.” These words came in a testimony from a woman named Alison in Beth Moore’s … Continue reading →

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Greater Grace

Posted on March 15, 2014 by elainecreasman

Recently I heard a speaker talk about the term greater grace. He said that no matter what happens in our life, God’s grace is greater. His proclamation was based on James 4:6 which states: But He gives a greater grace… … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas, Nick guest blog by Debbie Nelis

Posted on December 6, 2013 by elainecreasman

Today I have a guest blog from Debbie Nelis who lost her son to suicide at the age of 17 in August 2009. Her life and ministry shows how God can bring joy in the midst of tragedy and use our most tragic … Continue reading →

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Food and Feelings

Posted on July 30, 2012 by elainecreasman

A thought came to mind recently. “Instead of feeling sad, I prefer to feel sedated.” I looked up the word “sedate” and read “to calm or relieve by means of a sedative drug.” Lately I’m turning to food to seek … Continue reading →

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Sensing God’s Presence In Times of Grief

Posted on May 7, 2012 by elainecreasman

“I am so alone.” Some days when I’m deep in grief, that thought crosses my mind. But shortly after, a whisper comes. “My child, I am with you. You are never alone.” God’s presence has brought such comfort during this … Continue reading →

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Praising My Way Through Grief

Posted on April 29, 2012 by elainecreasman

Praising God when things are going well seems the right thing to do. But when my world seems to be shattered, praising God can feel unnatural. And so it is. This is why God rejoices when I do it, and … Continue reading →

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Prayer and Grief

Posted on April 23, 2012 by elainecreasman

Prayer is not about getting my way, but about getting myself out of the way. This thought came to mind yesterday as I contemplated the wonder of prayer. Prayer has been key to holding me up and holding me together … Continue reading →

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