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Why Devotionals Matter in Times of Loss
The healing power of daily devotionals
Grief is often an unspoken language that only the heart understands.
When we lose someone close to us, we soon find ourselves at a loss for words. Suddenly, only our tears can express what we feel. And for those who want to console us, we know that the usual platitudes just won’t work.
All of these, however, don’t mean that we must remain forever isolated in our sorrows. And though the burden we carry is heavy, that doesn’t mean we cannot find some relief or consolation anymore.
This is where devotionals can help us. These can prove very useful in times when we need a simple routine to keep us afloat each day or when opening up our hearts to others is not always easy.
Here are some of the ways devotionals can help in times of grief:
1. They serve as silent yet comforting companions
People often say that reading a book is like talking to a friend. Through books, we get to be in the company of people who are otherwise physically distant from us.
It is similar with devotionals. These often keep us company when other people aren’t around or when we’re not yet…
