The news hit me hard, but God immediately comforted me with the assurance that Cornie was safe with Jesus. The peace of God took possession of me. Since then I have experienced the death of other family members and have visited scores of sorrowing people. I think not.
People grieving over a sudden loss are in no state of mind for intellectual exercises.
They need the comfort that God alone can give. We can be His instruments by praying for the sorrowing, by showing that we care, by doing small kindnesses, and by speaking as He leads. But in everything we do, let's never forget that it is He who brings the needed comfort. Lord, thank You for comforting us in our times of need. Use us to bring comfort to others who are sorrowing.