One of the most beautiful gifts we can give to others is our presence in their pain. Knowing you are not alone when you are walking through something hard is so important, especially when it involves the death of a spouse.

When you lose your teammate in life, it’s disorienting, overwhelming, and traumatic. Here to help us understand the difficult circumstances that arise from the passing of a spouse is my guest, Amy Graves Boyd.

Amy’s life took an unexpected turn in 2020 when she faced the loss of her first husband, Bryan. He passed away just three months after being diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. This was not the way life was supposed to go. During and after this dark season, Amy had to navigate not only her own pain, but also the pain of their children who lost their father at such a tender time.

As her family walked through the valley of the shadow of death, Amy experienced God’s tender embrace. Today, she’s passionate about sharing her story of faith, healing, and resilience.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How each family member mourns in different ways
• Practical ways to support someone through the loss of a spouse
• Helpful resources for anyone walking through a loss
• And more!

This conversation was so helpful in learning how to show love and encouragement to a dear friend who is walking through a loss today.

Find resources mentioned and more in the show notes: jillsavage.org/amy-graves-boyd-270

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