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Losing a loved one is one of life’s most painful experiences. No matter how much we prepare, grief is inevitable, and the aftermath comes in waves.
My brother passed away from an overdose the day before Valentine’s Day. It was 4:38 a.m. on a Tuesday, but instead of taking time to grieve, I pushed through the day with work, teaching, and doctor’s appointments. By the time I got home, I was a mess—anxious, exhausted, depressed, and drained. I wasn’t mad at God, but I didn’t know how to mourn.
In the months that followed, my prayer life became stagnant. God and I had always been close, but in this season, I felt withdrawn and resistant. I’d lost my brother, resigned from my teaching job, started a new career, and undergone surgery. Despite all the changes, I felt utterly alone.
As I talked with my husband and therapist, I realized I’d grown distant from my Creator. It wasn’t intentional, but I needed a reset—a way to reconnect with my Creator.
Grief takes many forms, whether it’s the death of a loved one, the absence of someone emotionally distant, or the loss of what could have been. A daughter estranged from her father, a spouse losing their soulmate, or a family member watching a loved one fade into dementia—these losses are all part of the human experience.
As humans, we know loss is inevitable. Our time on earth is not only limited, but our lives are like a vapor; everything is temporary (Job 14:5; Psalm 90:12; Psalm 90:5; Psalm 102:11-12; James 4:14). When we experience this loss, it’s important to connect with God. Though He sees and knows all, He desires to hear from you.
Here are three simple ways to reconnect with God in the midst of grief.
