Prayers for the loss of a family member

The loss of a family member leaves the family shattered and a void in the family. The sympathy wishes for the loss of the family member can be sent through cards, text messages along with condolence notes to the members.

Following are expressive samples of sympathy messages to send on the loss of a dear family member:

1). Dear friend, I extend my deepest sympathies for the loss of your family member. I pray to the Lord to bless you with courage during this hard time.

2). This text carries sympathies to my cousin for the death of the family member. I hope you and your family get all the support and strength to sail through this difficult time.

3). Through this text, I would like to offer my sympathies for my colleague who has lost a family member. Be strong and have faith in Lord for it is He who will give you courage.

4). Dear sister, I extend my loving sympathies for the loss of the family member. I hope this difficult time sails away with grace and you get all the strength.

5). Through this text, sending sympathies to my brother for the loss of the family member. Stay strong and this hard time would fade away soon to be back to normal life.

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Finding the right words of condolences to offer the bereaved is difficult. There are no right words; there’s nothing you could say that will make the pain go away. However, there are short and simple condolence messages you can send to a grieving person.

What is a Condolence Message?

A condolence message is a heartfelt or sympathetic message you send to someone in a time of sadness, specifically, during the time of death.

When someone loses a loved one, one of the necessary things you have to do is show sympathy and the most acceptable way to show compassion is to pick out a simple, heartfelt condolence message that says conveys your sympathy and try and be there for the person as much as you can.

Things You Should Never Say to a Grieving Person

Although your condolence messages or words of encouragement might not be enough to cheer up a grieving friend, careless words could hurt them further.

Here are a couple of things to avoid saying to a grieving person or expecting from someone who is grieving.

• Don’t expect a thank you.
• Do not rationalize.
• Don’t say it is probably for the best.
• Don’t say you are not the first person to lose someone.
• Don’t say move on.
• Don’t say the deceased is in a better place.
• Don’t go making false promises.

If you are terrible at consoling people who just lost a loved one, then you will find this list of sympathy messages handy.

Short and Simple Condolences Messages

These simple words of sympathy are appropriate for situations when you didn’t know the deceased, or you aren’t close to the bereaved. For example, you are accompanying a friend to a funeral, or your co-worker lost his best friend.

If someone loses an uncle, an aunt, a friend, an in-law or even a grandparent and you did not know the deceased use the following straightforward and short words of condolence:

• “Accept my condolences.”
• “My deepest sympathy.”
• “I’m very saddened to hear of your loss.”
• “I am so sorry for your loss.”
• “My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.”
• “Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.”
• “My prayers are with you and family.”
• “Accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences.”
• “Accept my warm and heartfelt sympathy.”
• “I am thinking of you during this time. Please accept my deepest condolences.”

Heartfelt Condolence messages on death of husband

Losing a spouse is a painful emotional experience for anyone. When we fall in love, among the things we fear could end a relationship, death is something we never include.

The best way to offer condolences to someone who just lost a husband is to say a little heartfelt word of sympathy and offer to help out.

You can offer to pick up the children, or drop them at their grandmas’,  get some so groceries, bring them food as the family is on shutdown at such moments.

These are heartfelt condolences messages that can convey your sympathy to a friend or someone who just lost her husband:

• “I’m sorry for your loss. May God ease this painful period for you, Stay strong.”
• “Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your husband.”
• “May God bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult period, please accept my sincere condolences.”
• “My heart goes out to you and your family on the passing of your husband, father and best friend, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.”
• “I’m sorry for your loss, with time and courage you will sail through these rough waters.”
• “I can not possibly imagine what you feel right now, let me know if there is anything I can do to ease your pain at this difficult period.”
• “I heard about the passing of your husband; I hope you can take some comfort in knowing that he was a great friend, and he will be sorely missed.”
• “I am deeply honored and blessed to have known your husband. He was blessing in my life, and I will forever carry him in my heart. Accept my condolences.”
• “I was so deeply saddened to hear of your husband’s passing. He was a wonderful man. You have my deepest sympathy.”
• “My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your husband. I know you had a great marriage and loved him so much. I share your grief at this trying time.”

Deep condolence message on death of wife

Condolence messages on loss of wife

When a man loses his wife, it takes him time to realize just how much is about to change. Apart from your message of condolence, he could use your help with home errands such as food and in caring for the children.

These are sympathy messages for someone who just lost his wife:

• “Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your wife. I share in the grief of you and your family at this sad time.”
• “I am deeply saddened by the loss of your wife. She will be truly missed, and I will include you and your family in my daily prayers.”
• “A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Surely she will not be forgotten.”
• “My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family during this difficult period. May you find the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your wife rest in peace.”
• “I cannot even begin to understand what you are going through right now, but I would like to offer my prayers and condolences to you and your family.”
• “Please accept my condolences on the passing of wife. It is an honor to have known such a great person, and I will truly miss her.”
• “My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. I will surely miss her presence; she was a lovable and kind person.”
• ‘May the fond memories of your wife bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.”
• “At this trying period in your life, I pray that God will grant you the serenity and peace that you need to get through this. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.”
• “Your wife was an exceptional person and will be missed. You have my most sincere sympathy for her passing.”

Condolences message to a friend who lost his father

The loss of a father is massive.

Your message of condolences will depend on the recipient. If it is a co-worker or a friend who lost his father, a simple message of condolence is appropriate what if it is a child? That requires more finesse and empathy.

These are appropriate words of sympathy for someone who just lost a father:

• “So sorry to hear this sad news. I’m thinking of you and your family at this time.”
• “He is a great loss to all the people who know him. May his soul rest in peace.”
• “Sympathies to your family on the passing of your father. He will always be in our hearts.”
• “May I offer my sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your father, God bless his soul.”
• “Please accept my condolences on the loss of your dad. His life is an inspiration to me and many others.”
• “I may never fathom how painful this loss is for you; please be assured that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Accept my sympathy.”
• “Your father’s vision of life was remarkable. He was indeed an inspiration to us all. Please accept my condolences.”
• “I am so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. We hope that the love of family and friends will comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.”
• “My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. It is never easy to lose a parent, no matter their age. I pray for your peace and comfort during this difficult period.”
• “Our condolences to you at this sad time. Your father was a wonderful man. He always had a calming effect on everyone around him. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.”

Condolence message on death of mother

“When I lost my mom, I cried until my insides hurt and my tears ran out.” – Nicholas Owen

These are some deep words of sympathy for someone who just lost a mother, if you knew the mother well enough, a short story or mention of the impact she had on you would be helpful.

• “Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother, know that I’m available if you need a shoulder to cry on. God bless her soul.”
• “I extend to you my deep and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mother. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that she was a great mother to me, and she will never be forgotten.”
• “I offer you my thoughts, prayers, and well wishes during this dark time in your life. May the soul of your dear mother rest in peace.”
• “It is terrible to hear about your loss. I express my sincere sympathy to you and your family. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.”
• “I am deeply saddened by the great loss you and your family have suffered. My heart goes out to you in this trying time and may you, and your loved ones find the strength to get through this.”
• “I hope that the Lord brings you and your family the much-needed comfort and peace during this sad time. My condolences to you and your family.”
• “Losing someone we love is never easy, but we must be thankful for, the beautiful moments and memories we shared with them. Your mother was a beautiful and kind soul, and she will not be forgotten.”
• “I would like to express my sorrow and condolences to you and your family. I pray you and your family find the fortitude to bear this great loss.”
• “Once the tears have dried up, and you have said your goodbyes, what is left is the beautiful and happy memories that you shared with your mother. May you find comfort in the memories you shared with your mom, accept my sincere condolences.”
• “Please accept my condolences, know that I am here for you if you need any help.”

Condolence message on death of brother

“A brother shares childhood memories and grown-up dreams.”

Losing a brother is never easy, most times the surviving siblings wonder if there is anything they could have done and then they find something and blame themselves.

Empathy, in this case, is more important than sympathy.

It is always helpful to offer simple condolences phrases such as “There was nothing you could have done.” “It’s not your fault.”

These simple words of sympathy are appropriate for someone who just lost a brother:

• “My heart goes out to you and your family on the passing of your brother. Accept my sincere condolences”.
• “Accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your brother; he was a kind and gentle soul. God bless his soul”.
• “My thoughts are with you and your family at this hard time caused by the painful loss of your dear brother. Accept my deepest sympathy”.
• “There are no words to express my sorrow for your loss, may you find comfort in the loving memories you shared while he was alive. Accept my condolences.”
• “He can only be physically gone but never the life lived and the memories shared. Have faith and be strong, may his soul rest in peace”.
• “It’s awful and sad to hear about the sudden and painful exit of your dear brother. My deepest and sincere sympathy goes to you and your family”.
• “Every time you miss him, search in your heart, there you can feel him, be with him and embrace him. May his gentle soul rest in peace.”
• “Your brother shall forever be cherished. In our minds, he lives on. It is an honor to serve alongside your brother. My condolences to you and your family.”
• “Your brother is the kindest and bravest person I have ever met, Stay strong and know that he continues to live in our heart. My sympathies.”
• “I know there are no words to comfort you right now. If there is anything I can do to help ease your grief at this trying period, please do not hesitate to reach out to me”. My condolences to you and your family.”

Condolence messages for loss of sister

It’s easier to miss her at a cemetery, where she’s never been anything but dead than to miss her at all the places where she was alive. —John Scalzi

These are examples of words of condolences you can offer to a friend or co-worker who just lost a sister:

• “I just heard about your sister’s passing. You have my heartfelt sympathy.”
• I am very saddened to hear of your loss. Accept my deepest condolences.”
• “I’m always there in your hour of need. May her soul rest in peace.”
• “I am sorry for your loss. I am available if you need anything or if there’s anything you’d like to talk about.”
• “I know mere words aren’t enough, but I want to let you know how sorry I am for your loss.”
• “May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.”
• “I am forever grateful for the opportunity to know your sister and I will surely miss her warm smile, my deepest sympathies.”
• “In this sad time, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the painful exit of your dear sister. She was so important to our world, and will never be forgotten.”
• “I am sorry to hear about your sister, she lived a fabulous life and was an inspiration to everyone who knew her. My deepest condolences.”
• “I know that you are going through a tough time, just know that I am here for you. I am truly sorry for your loss.”

Touching condolence message on death of a Child

Losing a child is like a sword through the heart a thousand times, it is death by a thousand paper cuts, and it is not uncommon for marriages to crash shortly after the death of a child.

It is a sensitive period for the parents, so it is best to keep to a simple word of condolences.

Here are ten simple condolence messages for a family that just lost their child:

• “Very saddened to hear this news. My thoughts are with you.”
• “In moments of a great ordeal, words are useless. God rest his soul.”
• “Your loss deeply saddens me, May you find the strength to get through this.”
• “In this sorrowful time, may the love of family and strength from friends comfort you.”
• “You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult period. Accept my condolences.”
• “She will always be remembered, as I will forever hold her in my heart. God rest her soul.”
• “We will never forget the image of his energetic and bright face. May God grant him eternal rest and the family the strength to bear his untimely passing.
• “I pray that your heart and soul will find peace and comfort during this difficult period. Accept my deepest condolences.”
• “My sincere condolences to your family on the immeasurable loss you suffered. Know that you are in my prayers.”
• “I can’t imagine what your family must be feeling right now, but I want you to know that I’m just a phone call away if there is anything I can do to help you get through this. My heartfelt condolences.”

Condolence message on death of mentor

These are sincere condolences message you can send to the family of a late teacher, mentor, boss, principal or any figure of authority in your life.

If you have a good memory of your mentor, you can share it with the bereaved to recognize the role the deceased played in your life.

For example,

“I will always remember the day; he met me crying in the hallway because of some trouble at home. He took me home and told me to wait in the car; I saw him have a word with my mother and from that day, my parents never fought again, well at least not in front of me.”

Stories like this can offer some comfort to the grieving family.

These are 10 condolence messages you can offer someone who lost a teacher or a mentor:

• “I was deeply saddened to hear your loss. My deepest sympathies to your family for this great loss.”
• “I pray that in this difficult time, the love of God shelters you and mend the pain as you move forward.”
• “May God put him in a special place from where he will be watching us, the people who loved and cherished him. Accept my deepest condolences.”
• “Death can never take a good man away, for, in the hearts of the people he inspired, the legacy remains and continuous throughout generations. He was a great teacher and father to many and may his soul find eternal rest.”
• “In this time of grief, your family is in my thoughts and prayers; I will forever be grateful for the impact she had on my life growing up. Please accept my deepest sympathies.”
• “I will forever cherish his leadership and guidance. I will carry him forever in my heart. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.”
• “My deepest condolences go out to your family. I will miss the presence of the truly lovable and kind person she was.”
• “May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace needed to get through the days ahead. My sincere condolences.”
• “It’s so sad that my great mentor is gone so soon. I pray his family finds the love and strength needed to forge ahead in his huge absence. My deepest sympathies.”
• “Accept my deepest sympathies. His dedicated tutorship and unrelenting discipline formed the bulk of my life’s foundation.”

Sincere Condolence Messages on loss of a pet

For some people, the death of a pet could sting more than the loss of a friend. I’m not making this up; some pet owners are more attached to their pets than humans.

This means when someone loses a pet, a condolence message on the loss of the pet is in order.

Here are some sample condolence messages on the loss of a pet:

• “I’m very saddened to hear of your loss. she was a cute cat.”
• “I was saddened to hear that you lost your furry family member.”
• “I am praying for you as you mourn the loss of your family member, playmate, and friend.”
• “Your dog was downright the cutest and best dog, I’ve ever seen. Accept my sincere sympathies.”
• “Accept my condolences on the loss of your pet; I know you shared many beautiful memories together.”
• “My heart goes out to you and your family as you grieve the loss of a very lovable member of your family.”
• “Losing a pet is never easy, and it reminds us the huge role they played in our lives, cherish the memories.”
• “I am so sorry for you had to put down your dog. I admire your bravery and love; you are a great pet owner.”
• “My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dog, I’ve known that dog for as long as I’ve known you, she will be missed.”
• “Accept my deepest, and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your pet, who I know is also a member of your family, may the beautiful memories of your pet, comfort you in what must be a sad period for you.”

When someone loses a pet, avoid making statements such as “You can always get another pet.” It is equivalent to telling a boy who just lost his father, your mother will remarry soon and you will no longer miss your father. Stupid right? Yes, it is insensitive, and you should never say or imply that to a pet owner.

Remember, the best condolences message is one that conveys your sympathy.

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Believing in heaven or an afterlife doesn’t erase the intense pain of a dog or cat’s death, but it can help. These prayers for the loss of a pet will comfort and help owners cope with the death of their dogs or cats.

With great love comes great suffering. While the grief of pet loss can last for years, there are things you can do to make surviving the death of a dog or cat easier. One of those things is holding on to the hope that your beloved dog or cat is resting in peace in Heaven – or whatever afterlife you envision – watching over you with kind eyes, love, and peace. In this article, you’ll find comforting prayers, encouragements, and suggestions for saying goodbye after the loss of a pet.

How long will the pain of pet loss last?

“No one can say how long we will mourn pet loss,” writes Gary Kowalski in Goodbye, Friend: Healing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has Ever Lost a Pet. “Grieving may commonly be measured in days or weeks, but it can be months, or even longer. Many people report feeling ‘choked up’ by the memory of a beloved pet years after the animal is gone.”

Comforting Ideas and Heartfelt Prayers for the Loss of a Pet

God doesn’t take away our pain – but He does help us walk through it.

Father in Heaven,

Comforting Prayers for the Loss of a Pet

Bring comfort and healing to those who are mourning the deaths of their beloved pets. You know their pain, for you lost your own beloved son. You know the depth of sadness and grief your children feel when they lose a dog or cat who was so dear, near, and special to them. You know the emptiness of a home that no longer has that furry little (or big!) creature; you know the emptiness of a heart that longs for the comforting touch of a beloved cat or dog.

I thank you for the gift of our pets, for the love these creatures give us, for the life that they offer, and for the chance to love them like we love nothing and nobody else on earth.

I pray for comfort, peace, and healing as we let go of the cats and dogs that we loved so dearly.

Amen.

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Understand the depth and width of pet loss

Why is the death of a cat or dog so devastating? Because our pets bring us a depth of companionship and love that nothing else on earth offers.

“Our relationships with dogs can be even more satisfying than our human relationships, if for no other reason than dogs provide us with such unconditional, uncritical positive feedback,” writes Frank McAndrew in Rover: Getting Over Rover: Why Our Grief Over a Dog Is So Intense on the Psychology Today website. “Interacting with dogs makes us feel good, and just looking at them can make us smile. Dog owners score higher on measures of well-being and, on average, they are happier than people who own cats and those who own no pets at all.”

The loss of a cat or dog is painful because we are not losing just one pet; we actually experience multiple losses at the same time.  We may be losing our primary companion, a source of unconditional love, a “life witness” who provides security and comfort to us, a best friend, a link to ourselves, and even a part of who we were and are and hope to be. 

The loss of a pet cat or dog dramatically changes your daily life at home and in the neighborhood. Pet loss is even more profound than the loss of most friends and relatives, because of the extreme and sometimes sudden changes in lifestyle and routine.

Forgive yourself

“If I only I would’ve known my dog was that sick, I would have taken him to the veterinarian sooner,” say some readers on  differently,” say some readers on How to Deal With Guilt After the Loss of Your Beloved Dog.

Comfort and Prayers for the Loss of a Beloved Pet Dog or Cat

Loving pet owners almost always feel guilt and regret after their dogs or cats die. They tell themselves they could have held on longer, given more mediation, tried one more tactic to avoid death…but the truth is that a dog or cat’s life is finite.

There is no value in replaying the “if only” scenarios when you’re coping the loss of a family pet. Instead of looking back at the “if onlys”, focus on saying good-bye to your dog or cat — perhaps with a pet memorial service or a celebration of life. Say prayers that honor your dog or cat’s life and memory, and ask for peace, healing, and self-forgiveness.

Remember that God is in control – and He loves you deeply. Your life – and your pet’s death – unfolded not because He wasn’t looking, but because it was time to say goodbye.

Plan a memorial service or “celebration of life” for your pet

“A pet loss memorial service can be solitary, or friends and family may also gather in farewell,” writes Kowalski in Goodbye, Friend. “Coming to terms with the death may be especially difficult for those who lack the chance to say a personal goodbye.”

Memorials can include a period of silence, a brief time for sharing, a eulogy, reading, prayer. Acknowledge loss and honor your memories. Express hope for the future, with an affirmation of life ahead. Focusing on what Heaven means to you and your pet is a spiritual way to survive pet loss for many mourning pet owners.

If you want to comfort someone who is grieving pet loss, you might find 8 Pet Sympathy Gifts to Ease the Pain of a Dog or Cat’s Death helpful.

A prayer for a pet loss memorial service

Father God,

Thank you for the gift of pets. You blessed us with the existence of this dog in our hearts and home for 10 years. You brought this dog to us; You brought life, joy, love, companionship, laughter, and comfort to us through this dog. He loved us unconditionally, and You loved us unconditionally through this pet. Thank you for this experience, this life we had together. Thank You for giving us this gift and blessing. It was a short life, but it was deep.

We lift our beloved pet to You now. We lift her spirit, her heart and soul and dear little body to You. We know You love this pet dearly, and You are watching over us now. We know You care, and Your heart aches just as ours do. We pray for the loss of our pet, and we give You our grief and pain. We bow before you in humble adoration, and we lift our broken hearts to You.

We trust You with a childlike faith, Father, and we know our pet is safe in Your arms. We love you with innocent hearts, and we know You will take good care of our pets now and forevermore.

Until we meet again, our pets rest safely in Your arms and our hearts.

Amen.

Rest – for it is God’s gift to you

Give yourself the gift of rest. You have lots of time to learn how to live without your pet dog or cat. After the shock and grief of pet loss, you may feel exhausted and drained. All you want to do is sleep. This is a normal, natural part of the grieving process. I believe it’s God’s gift to us. Sleep is healing and therapeutic, and can help your body and mind process the pain of losing your pet.

Here’s a practical tip for coping with pet loss: don’t make any major decisions in the period immediately following your dog or cat’s death. You’re emotionally drained, physically exhausted, and perhaps even spiritually dry. Your judgment isn’t the same as it normally is, and you may make a hasty or impulsive decision that you may later regret.

If possible, postpone making any big changes in your life.  This is may not be the time to adopt another pet dog or cat, for instance, nor is it the time to vow that you will never bring another pet into your home because you’re devastated. Allow yourself time to absorb and adjust to the situation. This isn’t the best time to make career changes, relationship decisions, or move to a new city.

Stick to the familiar, and hold tight to God. Continue your spiritual practices – and consider deepening them in this time of grief and loss.

All your spirit to connect with the Holy Spirit – no words necessary

You don’t need “prayers for pet loss” to tell God how you feel or receive His comfort and peace. Just open your heart and spirit to Him. The Holy Spirit’s job is to advocate for you, to tell God what you can’t say. Let the Holy Spirit do his job.

But you must do yours. Take time to bow your heart and humble yourself before God. If you’re angry because you lost your pet dog or cat, tell Him. Your prayers don’t have to filled with petitions, praises, or please.

Your prayers just have to be you.

On a practical note, both meditation and prayer have been found to reduce stress, increase feelings of well-being, offer deep relaxation, reduce depression, and increase self-confidence and self-love. You don’t have to be religious or even spiritual to benefit from meditation when you’re mourning the loss of your family pet. Connecting to a higher power such as God, the Universe, or Allah can get you through the worst parts of your grief. Friends, family members, and spouses can be a great source of spiritual strength and comfort – especially if they’re open to praying or meditating with you.

Imagine your pet dog or cat safely and joyfully resting in peace

“Hold your pet in your heart, but know that physically they are in another place, a place far superior to the one they left,” writes Gary Kurz in Cold Noses At The Pearly Gates. “Suffice it to say that your pet is alive and well; and know that I would never say anything of such gravity if I were not absolutely sure of the facts.”

The death of your beloved pet can be one of the most heartbreaking losses you’ll ever endure. But healing after the loss of a pet dog or cat isn’t only about finding closure through prayers and healing. You also want to know where your best friend has gone.

After the intense, unexpected grief he experienced following the loss of his own companions, animal lover and biblical scholar Gary Kurz set out to prove that there are indeed pets in Paradise. After devoting countless hours of research, he shares his inspiring insights to bring pet lovers a richer understanding of animals and their souls. You’ll finally find answers to common questions about animals and the afterlife –  and in this book you also get a 30-day devotional to help you work through your grief.

Allow your thoughts to roam where they will

After pet loss, some owners pray for a “new” dog or cat to love. Other pet owners say they will never own another pet again for as long as they live.

What do you think? Are you praying for a pet to fill the loss in your life, or are you unable to even consider the thought of another animal in your home?

“A friend of mine, Pam, gave me the greatest advice when I lost my cat,” says Paige on How to Cope With the Pain of Missing Your Cat. “She told me to go get another kitten. Her reasoning was that Zoe gave me so much love and happiness in the 13 years she lived with me that it would be a shame to deprive myself of that type of relationship just because Zoe was gone. She was absolutely right. I never replaced Zoe in my heart, but I have opened my heart and home to several other kittens.”

This idea for surviving pet loss doesn’t work for everyone, but it has been incredibly helpful for some people.

“Time always brings eventual relief from the pain, and your life will return to normal,” writes Kurz in Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates. “There will be a time when you feel guilty for feeling better, but even that will pass. Nothing will ever take away the sense of absence, but the disabling and relentless grief will subside and eventually disappear. I know it may not seem that way now, but…it has proven true every time.”

Healing Your Heart After the Loss of a Pet

In Biblical Proof Animals Do Go To Heaven, Steven Woodward finally answers the age old question once and for all: “Do pets go to heaven, or did they just die and that’s it?”

Do animals have spirits? In this book, you’ll discover one perspective about God’s relationship with animals, and how He really feels about them. Woodward shares his divine visions along with scriptural proof, which Jesus reveals and explains to him, concerning God’s entire creation.

Whether you are a pet lover or not, you will gain a greater understanding of the immense love of Jesus, for all of His creation. After reading this testimony, you will look at love and forgiveness in a whole new light. You’ll also have a different perspective on praying after the loss of a pet!

In How to Heal Your Heart After Losing Your Pet, I share 75 ways to cope with grief and guilt when your dog or cat dies. I interviewed veterinarians, pet loss experts, grief specialists, and dozens of pet owners so I could write this ebook.

Dear Reader,

I pray for healing from the grief and guilt you feel over the loss of your pet dog or cat. I lift your pet’s spirit to our Father in Heaven, and ask for His peace that surpasses all understanding to wash over you. I pray for your pet to remain alive and joyful in your heart and soul, and for you to remember your pet with joy and love.

May you hold on to the light, life, and love your pet dog or cat brought to your home. May you be free from the shadows, and may your heart, soul and spirit be filled with the peace, joy, and radiance that can only come from the Son.

In sympathy and with His love,

Laurie

xo

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Grieving for a loss of a friend, much less a family member is a difficult thing to do alone. When it comes to losing a parent, it can be one of the most difficult times of your life ever experienced. Being a part of your life since day one and than being without the individual can seem like a loss like no other. Here are some great sympathy card sayings for loss of a father that will help you to bring comfort and condolences to the individual.

“A father may pass on but his thoughts, hopes and dreams live on in us.”

“I am deeply and sincerely sorry for the loss of your father.”

“I am praying for you to get through this time with the peace that comes from the knowledge that God loves you and that He will take care of you.”

“I am sending you this card to let you know that I am thinking of you. I am sorry for your loss.”

“I am sorry about your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.”

“I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father. If you feel like talking to someone, know that I am a good listener.”

“I am truly sorry for your loss. There is not grieving message that can express how much he meant to me. My heart is aching.”

“I cannot tell you how sorry I was to hear about your dad. I was shocked and saddened by the news. Please extend my sympathy to your mom and the rest of your family.”

“I don’t know what you’ll need in the coming days, but I’ll be checking in on you.”

“I was saddened to hear of your loss, and I realize you have lost a blessing from God. I pray that God will bless continue to bless you in other ways and strengthen you.”

“I was so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. I know this is a very sad and difficult time for you and your family. You have my very deepest sympathy”

“I will keep you close in my thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks as you are going through your process of grieving.”

“It’s difficult to lose someone close. If there is any way I can make things easier for you please let me know. Expect me to call to check on you in the next week.”

“Life doesn’t seem fair sometimes and this is one of those moments. Your father was one of the good guys. I will miss him terribly. My condolences.”

“My condolences to you for the passing of your father. There will never be another man like him.”

“My deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time of grieving.”

“My heartfelt condolences. Your father was an outstanding man and it seems that he has left us too soon.”

“No matter wherever he is, he’ll always be watching over you. He will stay with you forever.”

“Please accept my deepest condolences. I am praying for strength and comfort for you at this time.”

“The loss of one’s father marks one of the most profound rites of passage in our life.”

“The pain of loss is something that none can escape, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m available anytime.”

“Your father always bragged about how wonderful you were. I hope you know that you meant the world to him. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. Truly sorry for your loss.”

“Your father was one of the nicest people I know and I know that he was a great dad too. You have my deepest sympathy on your loss.”

Here is one girls experience of dealing with the loss of her father and how she was able to handle the change and emotional strain.

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