Wednesday, January 23, 2019
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I'm reaching out with some encouragement as I too have lost many loved ones in death. One thing that has helped me to cope many times is a promise made by in the Bible at Revelation 21:4. It speaks of world conditions under God’s Kingdom rule. It says: “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” A most reassuring promise indeed!
Another comforting Scripture, one of my personal favorites, is Isaiah 65:21, 22. I think ---- would have loved this scripture. Speaking of those who will be living on the paradise Earth under God’s Kingdom rule, it says: “They will build houses and live in them, And they will plant vineyards and eat their fruitage. They will not build for someone else to inhabit, Nor will they plant for others to eat. For the days of my people will be like the days of a tree, And the work of their hands my chosen ones will enjoy to the full.” I hope these verses comfort you as they have comforted me. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Below is a link to a very encouraging Bible-based brochure entitled, When Someone You Love Dies. Please use your personal Bible with this brochure as you read it in the months ahead.
https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/when-someone-dies/
Deepest Sympathies,
Vickie
