Grieving in different ways and for different things

The Ballad of Wallis Island manages to tap into the lonely essence of grief and how everyone deals with loss differently. Regret, tears, anger, and confusion are some of the emotions that come along during this time in the lives of those who lose a loved one or after the loss of their passions.

In amongst the comedic and lighter moments of this film, the movie manages to show how everyone needs time to go down to the depths of despair and even more time to rise to see what they need in life.

One thing that can be considered about the message of the Bible is that God is not only there for those who grieve but that he can empathise with them, too. His Son died a horrific death, and it allows people to know that they can come to a God who knows how they feel during this low in their lives.

For those struggling with the dark shadow of grief, the God of the Bible provides the guiding light out of the darkness. We may seek comfort in the temporary things of this life, but they eventually lose their power to soothe the soul. Knowing that the Lord is always there for and with us is good.

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3 (ESV)

You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light. Psalm 18:28 (NIV)

This conversation starter came from the full review of the film The Ballad of Wallis Island @ Reel Dialogue.

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