Finding Life Again Through God's Healing

As many of you know, my husband Larry passed away almost six years ago. In those early days, time seemed to stand still. Grief has a way of swallowing everything, and I truly believed my life would never be the same again. But the Lord has a way of taking even the hardest seasons and turning them toward good. After the tears, the loneliness, and the heavy fog of those first months, a small light began to appear — a glimmer of hope at the end of a very long tunnel. In that quiet place of healing, the Lord gently showed me how to draw closer to Him, how to lean on Him, and how to trust Him in ways I never had before. For that, I am eternally grateful. He lifted me out of a deep pit and brought me into a place where I am more alive, more grounded, and more joyful than I ever imagined I could be again. I miss Larry terribly, but I know he is with Jesus — and I know I will see him again. As I walked through this new season, I began to focus more intentionally on Jesus and the gifts He placed within me: writing, painting, photography. Pouring myself into these creative expressions has been both exhilarating and deeply therapeutic. They have brought a peace and tranquility nothing else could offer. I’ve also turned my attention to caring for my health — spiritually, physically, and mentally. What once upset me no longer holds power. What once stole my joy no longer has a place. I’ve built a routine I try to keep, and along the way I’ve lost 30 pounds. I’m working hard to keep my blood pressure and cholesterol in check by eating healthier, cutting out processed foods, and walking daily — either inside my home or at the park when the weather allows. My faith and my art have been two of the greatest tools God has used to help me heal from losing the man I loved so deeply. If you are walking through loss and feel lost yourself, I want to encourage you: God loves you more than you can imagine. If you turn to Him, He will walk with you through the power of the Holy Spirit and give you purpose in this new season. He will guide you, strengthen you, and reveal abilities you never knew you had. He will be with you every step of the way. God bless you.