Third, the grieving person may try to bargain with God. Fourth, the sense of great loss may lead to depression. Finally, a grieving person, because of understanding help and time, may come to acceptance. The helpful listeners ministry with the grieving will, at some point and in a quiet, loving manner, deal with God's mercy, and our hope in Christ. Tragedy is a reality.
Bereaved families exist.
It is difficult. But the helpful listener can be more than a friend, more than supportive.