Grief is one of the most human experiences we share—and one of the most misunderstood. We often think of it as something we must “get over” or “move past,” but the truth is, grief is love with nowhere to go. When someone or something dear to us is gone, the ache we feel is the proof of our deep connection.
God does not stand far away, waiting for us to get ourselves together. He meets us right in the middle of our heartbreak. Scripture shows us that He sees our tears, walks with us in our valleys, and promises joy will come again.
I invite you to reflect on these truths. Take them slowly. Let them settle in your heart like gentle rain on dry ground.
God Sees My Tears
Scripture: “You have taken account of my wanderings; put my tears in Your bottle. Are they not in Your book?” (Psalm 56:8, BSB)
God’s attention to our pain is deeply personal. He doesn’t just notice our tears—He collects them, treasures them, and remembers them. Each tear carries the story of our love, our loss, and our longing.
John Hargrove Seeking Truth and Reality 