Sadness & Loss
💧 Feeling Very Sad
You do not have to cheer up on command. God is near the brokenhearted, and comfort is his promise.
Near
“Yahweh is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who have a crushed spirit.”
Psalms 34:18 · World English Bible
Comfort
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
Matthew 5:4 · World English Bible
Hope
“Why are you in despair, my soul? Why are you disturbed within me? Hope in God! For I shall still praise him for the saving help of his presence.”
Psalms 42:5 · World English Bible
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Say it
Practice Psalms 34:18
Tap the words in order. The blanks follow the verse from left to right.
Yahwehisneartothosewhohaveaandthosewhohaveacrushedspirit.
Pray together
Dear God, I feel very sad. Please come close and comfort me. Amen.
Two-minute challenge
Tell one person, “I feel sad,” and let them sit with you for two quiet minutes.
Parent tip
Offer presence before advice, and check back later if the sadness stays heavy for many days.