242: Is It Possible to Have Joy Again?

Joy is something that seems impossible to have ever again, after the death of our child. In today’s episode, Laura talks about this, along with sharing some details about someone in the Bible who had an extremely difficult life (that included the death of her child) that most of us can relate to. We can have joy in our lives once again, but it is something most of us have to fight for, when we are ready. Links Mentioned in this episode: Find out more about the book Reflections of Hope here. Click here to order Reflections of Hope on Amazon. Write a review here for Reflections of Hope on Amazon.   Click here to find out more about the Weekend of Hope (and the Celebration of Hope) in August of 2024.   Birthdays: Brian was born on December 17 and is forever 26. Bobbie Jo Odell was born on December 18 and is forever 44. Luke Getchell was born on December 19 and is forever 14. Carissa Perkins was born on December 21 and is forever 29.   If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information. The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org   To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at [email protected]. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.