Grief Loss and Bereavement

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Death in the Family Causes us to Think About Heaven

Posted by faithdream ⋅ October 25 ⋅ 1 Comment

I had a death in the family this week. After all the losses I’ve experienced, each death just reminds me how short our time really is. Life is fleeting, a passing in the wind. My heart is saddened for those who were closest to him. My brother-in-law was too young to die. Over the years, I’ve … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with the Loss of a Pet

Posted by faithdream ⋅ March 25 ⋅ 2 Comments

Have you ever lost a pet? The grief over the death of a pet can be as real as losing a family member. Pets grow up with us. They develop an unforgettable bond with us. When we lose our pet, we grieve over that special bond. We lost our best friend, we lost our baby, … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with Loss and Grief During the Holidays

Posted by faithdream ⋅ November 22 ⋅ 3 Comments

The days of grief are profound. Grief is all-consuming and it paralyzes the human spirit. Whether the loss was recent, or it happened years ago, dealing with loss during the holidays can feel like yesterday’s pain. Memories flood out, heartache seeps in, and the soul weeps in anguish. Nothing prepares one to face grief. Friends, … Continue reading →

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Encouraging Words for Someone Who Has Lost a Loved One

Posted by faithdream ⋅ October 9 ⋅ Leave a comment

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 A dear … Continue reading →

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Brokenness before God: A spiritual journey

Posted by faithdream ⋅ September 13 ⋅ 3 Comments

Brokenness becomes a relentless dream in reality. In a deep sense of loss with a drive to succeed, a contradiction in many ways, brokenness leads to soul-searching. When you’re at the end of your rope, when you have “hit rock bottom” many will say, that is when you realize your faith in God. The Bible teaches us to rely … Continue reading →

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A Stretch of Faith

Posted by faithdream ⋅ February 1 ⋅ 1 Comment

Stretching yourself in faith, reaching out for that unknown requires perseverance.When the future looks bleak and the past is painful, you need a new perspective. Take a different outlook by turning the situation into something more positive. The past is what it is, you cannot change it. Learning to let go will require a healthy … Continue reading →

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Awakening the Dream Within

Show Some Respect and Change the World — FaithDream’s Inspiration
I have refrained from giving my opinion during this election. The discouragement and lack of respect given to each of the opponents show little to no value for the American people. How can we respect our leaders when they lack the respect of one another? The candidates have slandered one another and pointed fingers at […] … Continue reading Show Some Respect […]
Look For the Guideposts They Give You Direction
These guideposts direct you, giving insight. Sometimes God will miraculously open doors for you when you least expect it. They might appear to be coincidental but in reality they are meant for you to make a decision. The guideposts are there. They could come in the form of temptations or the form of an arrow … Continue reading Look For the Guideposts They G […]
Three Types of Friendships
Many friendships will come and go in life. In seasons of change, a person will encounter new friends, and old friends will fall away. There are friendships that stay with you during a lifetime. Those friends are the first ones you call to share good news and the ones you can count on in times … Continue reading Three Types of Friendships →