Monthly Archives February 2016

When people experience tragedy in their lives, how do they typically respond?

1. Many who experience loss in life find themselves desperate for answers… Any answers.
2. People who’ve had more than one loss in quick succession begin doubting if there’s a God who cares.
3. People dealing with the loss of a home are confused and
4. don’t know where to turn. If it’s due to a disaster, many times they’ve lost everything they own.
5. Desperate…disoriented…depressed
6. People who are suffering often get angry, so they lash out at God and others.
7. They stop going to church, even though the church is available for help.
8. When living with a tragedy, family life disintegrates.
9. People feel guilty and helpless.
10. Secondary losses can be a significant part of the impact of the initial loss.
11. Sleep after loss is a challenge. They can’t get adequate rest.
12. People don’t prepare for loss. It usually takes them by surprise.
13. People walk around for years with deep pain, not knowing what to do to recover. Quality of life suffers.
14. When dreams are dashed, hope becomes illusive.
15. Many walk away from the church and God. It’s been reported that ninety percent will not return to the Lord in any significant way.

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