Category Archives: Grief

GLEANINGS from Claudia: Mary’s Grief and Praise

“Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: God’s Work in Me

“You do not delight in sacrifice, or I would bring it; you do not take pleasure in burnt offerings. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.” Psalms 51:16-17  … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Hearing My Name

“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!” Isaiah 49:15 Amity made a comment in passing earlier this week that has … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Our Ever-Present Help

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Thankfulness

“The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deut 31:8 Once again this week I’ve been remembering. Last year on the … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: The Master’s Voice

I love scripture. Spending time alone reading and pondering passages in the Bible delights me as much as sitting and having coffee fueled talks with a dear friend. Anytime that I’m focused on the Word and listening I hear from the … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: God’s Pruning Shears

“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. You … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Heaven Works Backwards

“Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.” Isaiah 64:4 As I mentioned in an earlier post, the book group I participate … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Who IS This Cry Baby?

“On this mountain the LORD Almighty will prepare a feast of rich food for all peoples, a banquet of aged wine — the best of meats and the finest of wines. On this mountain he will destroy the shroud that … Continue reading

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GLEANINGS from Claudia: Mourning and Comfort

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4 Grief is the strangest place to live. One moment I am happily moving through my day, possibly even thoroughly enjoying the elements of that day, and the next … Continue reading

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