The host, Ally Yost, felt the Holy Spirit prompting her to discuss grief, a topic they hadn't covered before, especially as she was personally experiencing it due to the recent loss of her cousin Kelly in a tragic accident.
Kelly was described as an embodiment of love, someone who never gave up on people, had a big heart, and was always herself, especially around family. She was a fun, loving, and goofy person who was also a great mom to her three-year-old son.
The host compares inviting Jesus into grief to pouring rubbing alcohol on a wound. It stings but is necessary for healing, cleansing the wound and speeding up the healing process despite the pain.
Grief is described as a weird and confusing experience, characterized by moments of numbness, denial, and intense emotional waves. It doesn't make logical sense to the brain but is something one has to feel and go through.
The host believes the best way to handle grief is by inviting Jesus into it, allowing him to be part of the healing process. This involves not rushing through the stages of grief and being honest with Jesus about one's emotions.
The host mentions that the stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) are not always experienced in order and can vary in intensity and duration for each person. Grief can also resurface years later, especially during significant events.
The host interprets the story of Lazarus to show that Jesus felt grief and compassion, even though he knew the outcome. This demonstrates Jesus's deep empathy and willingness to walk through grief with us, offering comfort and eventual redemption.
The host encourages listeners to hand their grief over to God, allowing him to transform it. She suggests praising God, even in the midst of grief, as a way to combat the enemy's attempts to isolate us from God during hard times.
The host references several scriptures, including Psalm 62:8, Psalm 30:2, Psalm 107:20, Exodus 15:26, Matthew 8:2-3, Exodus 23:25, Isaiah 40:29, James 5:14-15, 1 Peter 2:24, Psalm 34:18, and Isaiah 61:3.
Hey y'all ! Welcome to early access with CWCOI ! In this week's episode, our host, Ally Yost talks about something we've never talked about on the podcast before - and that is grief. Experiencing grief alongside Jesus stings and it hurts at times, but it is so healing when we invite Him into it.
"He will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair." Isaiah 61:3
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