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Grief and guilt often walk hand in hand, especially when you’ve had to make the painful decision to set boundaries. Maybe you’ve stepped back. Maybe you’ve had to say “enough.” And while those choices were necessary for your emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being, they can still leave a heavy ache in your heart.
When I asked my husband to leave because he brought alcohol back into our home, I was heartbroken. I questioned whether I was doing the right thing. But I knew I couldn’t allow addiction to rule our family anymore. I had to protect my peace and the safety of my kids. That boundary wasn’t easy, but it was necessary.
Letting go doesn’t mean giving up. It means surrendering them into God’s hands. Choosing peace is not selfish—it’s biblical.
Abraham letting go of Ishmael (Genesis 21:8–21) is a profound picture of grief and obedience. It broke his heart, but God assured him that He would care for the child.
Take a moment to reflect:
Have you been able to let go of the past?
What are you still holding on to, and is it something God is asking you to release? He’s not asking you to carry the weight alone. He’s inviting you to lay it down.
Prayer:
Jesus, I lay down the guilt I’ve been carrying. Help me release control without shame, and trust that You are working even when I step back.
About this Plan
Grief doesn’t only follow death. It can come when addiction changes someone you love. If you find yourself mourning who they used to be or the future you imagined together, know that you are not alone and that there is hope. In this six-day plan, you’ll find honest stories, biblical encouragement, and hope for your own healing. God brings peace when all you see is chaos.
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