WHOLE
AGAIN??
Regardless if you have been widowed a couple of months or
25 years, you probably wondered if we were ever going to feel whole again! Or perhaps reflecting back, we cannot honestly
remember that time as it just seemed to have happened.
As I listen to those who have lost their spouse, it is
interesting to hear them tell their story or comment on where they are at
emotionally, spiritually, secure or insecure with where they are. Each story is unique! Oh how I appreciate the wisdom of those who have
been widowed for a while, as I observe them as they listen to the new widow and
share their wisdom.
Whether we are meeting as a group for coffee, during a
Bible study, a group outing for something fun to do, each one has something
important to share. For those who are
new to this journey of widowhood, they are looking at those who have walked
this journey for a while to see they are becoming whole again.
We often think of healing as it is regarding physical,
emotional or spiritual. However, Psalms
23 is an amazing scripture on God leading us through our life. He is here to watch over us and direct our
path. Verse 3 reads: He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for
his name’s sake. This reminds me that God is concerned about
each aspect of our lives. He is there
for each step of the way! How amazing
is that?!
The journey of widowhood, a lengthy illness or loneliness
can seem to be a never ending journey. There
are times when we may or have felt that we will never be whole again, or that
life will never be good again! But rest
assured that God is and will be with us each step of the way. Another good promise is found in 1 Peter 5:10
which states: ‘And the God of all grace who called you to his eternal glory in
Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and
make you strong, firm and steadfast.’ We
can rely on His goodness to pick us up when we feel we cannot take that next
step.
My prayer is that God’s grace and mercy surrounds you, and
that you feel His presence regardless if you are in the valley or the top of
the mountain.
Many blessings to each of you. Remember there is hope and that you will feel
whole again!
