To combat grief, one can find solace in Holy Scriptures like Psalm 34:18 and Psalm 147:3, acknowledging that grief is a natural part of life, and seeking strength from God, as advised in Isaiah 53:4. Trusting in God's never-ending love and practicing gratitude, as recommended in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, can provide comfort. While traditions and rituals can help with the grieving process, it's important to remember that death has a time limit, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 15:25-26. Though grief is a part of life, Scripture promises eventual comfort.

Referenced Bible verses:

Isaiah 53:4 "He himself bore our sicknesses, and our pains that He carried."

1 Cor 15:25-26 "For he is to reign, until he shall put all his enemies under his feet, and the last enemy, death, will be abolished."

Acts 8:2 "And believing men gathered up and buried Stephen. And they lamented over him greatly."

Psalm 34:18 "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

Psalm 147:3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."

Psalm 55:4-5 " My heart is in anguish within me, and the terrors of death have fallen upon me.

Fear and trembling come upon me, and horror has overwhelmed me."

Psalm 34:18 "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

Psalm 147:3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."

Psalm 55:4-5 " My heart is in anguish within me, and the terrors of death have fallen upon me.

Fear and trembling come upon me, and horror has overwhelmed me."

2 Cor 1:3-4 "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 affliction so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God."

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