Grief’s Unexpected Journey: 15 Comforting Devotions After Losing Someone You LoveSýnishorn

His Voice

When we lose someone we love, we are often bombarded with overwhelming thoughts and feelings. We may be surrounded by others seeking to offer comfort and care for us through words and actions. And we may be confused by all that’s happening around and within us; things may feel chaotic when we want a sense of peace. Life can suddenly feel surreal, and it can sometimes be hard to sense God’s presence, even though we know we need Him more than ever and we long for that sense of assurance He brings. When we’re in the depths of our struggles, we just want to know, how can I connect with You, God? We know He is with us, but we need something more to hold on to.

In moments like these, it’s good to remember that, as much as we are reaching out to Him, He is reaching out to us even more. It may take some time to identify, but as we listen with our hurting hearts, we can hear His still, small voice beneath everything we’re experiencing. He is whispering words of hope and peace and comfort, assuring us that He is right here and will never leave our side. If we can pause amid everything we’re going through, we can pray this simple prayer: Lord, help me to hear You today. Our thoughts and feelings can be loud and pressing, but the more we can pause and turn our hearts toward Him, even for a moment, the more attuned we will be to His voice.

We can also hear Him speaking Life to us through Scripture, any time of day: “‘Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet My unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor My covenant of peace be removed,’ says the Lord, who has compassion on you” (Isaiah 54:10 NIV). Whether it’s in the quiet of our hearts or our reflections on His promises, He will speak. Be encouraged as you walk through what can feel like an overwhelming time. He is here, wanting you to know the comfort of His love and the assurance of His peace.

Lord, help me to hear Your loving words in my heart.