Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4) In this Scripture, Paul points to God as the source of comfort, consolation and encouragement. This comfort flows to believers when they suffer, and it equips…..
One main difference between Christian friends and other well-meaning friends is that Christian friends can bring real comfort. Christian friends will focus on the power of Christ to get you through whatever grief you may be experiencing. Only God – and those pointing to his love for us – can show us his plan for eternal comfort. Indeed, even at the darkest moments, He leads us and guides us safely to the other side, where there is hope and light……