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- This year-long devotional invites you into simple, everyday practices and Scriptural truths to bring you hope in the midst of suffering and loss.
- About the Author: Mattie Jackson is a bestselling author, podcaster, and speaker.
- 400 Pages
- Religion + Beliefs, Christian Life
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About the Book
"Honest and simple practices for grieving sincerely and hopefully with God in this accessible, year-long devotional full of scriptural insight and grounded hope"--Book Synopsis
This year-long devotional invites you into simple, everyday practices and Scriptural truths to bring you hope in the midst of suffering and loss. "A stunning resource for anyone with fresh or lingering grief who doesn't feel like they can even lift their head some days. This beautiful, everyday read has nourished my soul."--Lisa Whittle, speaker, podcast host, and bestselling author of The Hard Good Whether your sorrow is recent, you've long felt the pain of a loved one's absence, or you're lamenting a difficult situation, this book is an honest companion, offering validation for the hard days and support through the psychological stages of grief. Author Mattie Jackson draws from her experience of grieving the sudden death of her young husband to walk with you from a place of heartache to one of healing and peace. Each one-page devotion provides a daily reminder that God is near to the brokenhearted, His mercies are never- ending, and He can be trusted. Along with helpful reflection questions and gentle prayers, the entries show you how to engage four essential practices on your journey: - Wail for what you've lost to overcome feelings of denial.- Connect with the world around you to defend against isolation.
- Worship with honesty to push away bitterness and doubt.
- Hope for your future to guide you through despair and toward acceptance. These devotions honor our human fragility and direct us to the God who helps us navigate our pain and restores our hearts. There are tears to be shed and is hope to be found even here in the valley.
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"A stunning resource for anyone with fresh or lingering grief who doesn't feel like they can even lift their head some days, let alone read something heavy. Mattie Jackson ministers so specifically in Through the Valley of Grief because she has been the person on the other side of the page. Five years after burying my father, this beautiful, everyday read has nourished my soul."--Lisa Whittle, speaker, podcast host, and bestselling author of The Hard Good
"Mattie Jackson comes alongside the hurting as a trusted friend. She gives us reminders that no matter how dark the season of our pain may be, we're never alone or without hope. Yes, the valley is scary, but it must be traversed to find healing on the other side. And when you can't see the next step, you'll feel Mattie's hand and hear her voice each day saying, 'I've walked here, it's safe.'"--W. Lee Warren, MD, award-winning author of Hope Is the First Dose and host of The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast "Alan and I have watched our daughter Mattie walk through the valley of grief and emerge a radiant overcomer. In Through the Valley of Grief, Mattie offers a daily dose of hope for those like her who are struggling with loss and suffering. Each scripture-rich page will draw you back to Jesus--who is our living hope and ultimately to His grace and love that will sustain us through every valley."--Denise Jackson, New York Times bestselling author of It's All About Him "Having been through a deep valley herself, Mattie is a steady, tender, wise, hopeful, and trustworthy companion for others. But she does not stop with herself. Instead, she gently uses her own story to direct us toward the One who sympathizes with our weaknesses because he too has been through the valley, he will be with us always, and he will ultimately bring all of our grief to an end."--Scott Sauls, pastor and author of Beautiful People Don't Just Happen: How God Redeems Regret, Hurt, and Fear in the Making of Better Humans "Much like a soft fuzzy blanket on a cold winter morning, Mattie brings the warmth and comfort of God's Word to hurting hearts. As a widow myself I found it necessary to have a kinship with others, like Mattie, who've experienced suffering but also realized the important role Scripture plays in helping us through those valleys. Practical advice meets the promises of God in the pages of Through the Valley of Grief."--Ginger Gilbert Ravella, USAF Widow, founder of Never Alone Ministries, speaker, and author of Hope Found
"We have watched firsthand as Mattie walked into and through the valley of grief. The key word here being 'walked.' She didn't race through it. She put one foot in front of the other and was determined to walk with grace and grit. This devotional is a step a day. It's the gift of His love and grace to you that she found in each day! It will leave you wanting more of Him in your own valley."--Rachel Brown, co-founder of Be Still Ministries & Never Alone Widows
About the Author
Mattie Jackson is a bestselling author, podcaster, and speaker. She lost her husband, Ben Selecman, a few weeks before their one-year anniversary in September 2018 after he suffered a traumatic brain injury. Jackson has dedicated herself to helping others in their grief, working with her business partner, Brooke Tometich, in managing NaSHEville, a philanthropic organization that supports women and children in need--specifically orphans, widows, and trafficked women. In 2023, Jackson married Connor Smith, and they live in Tennessee.Dimensions (Overall): 8.25 Inches (H) x 5.35 Inches (W) x 1.25 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.08 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Sub-Genre: Christian Life
Genre: Religion + Beliefs
Number of Pages: 400
Publisher: Waterbrook Press
Theme: Devotional
Format: Hardcover
Author: Mattie Jackson
Language: English
Street Date: September 10, 2024
TCIN: 90771028
UPC: 9780593601235
Item Number (DPCI): 247-30-1408
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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PhyllisR - 11 months ago
Full of encouraging scripture and devotional thoughts, this grief devotional is a balm for slowly healing the deep wounds of suffering experienced through a death. As a leader in women’s ministry at my church, I look for books that can speak to the needs of women and what they may go through, in order to continually point them to Jesus. I have not read many books on grief but I am convinced that God will use this year long devotional as a powerful tool for healing the broken hearts of His followers, male or female. Right now, I have close friends who have gone through unimaginable events leading to the death of dearly loved family members. I see them with this book; a guide leading them through the unbearable emotions, the grief of a planned future lost, and the strain of gaining the courage to be able to move on. The days that lie ahead of them can have hope through this guide as it contains scripture and insights into God’s promises, care and love for them, and speaks directly to the emotions they are working through. I received this book from the author/publisher free of charge, with no expectation of a positive review.