Imagine the scene. Family and friends gathered together. Beautiful flowers adorn the coffin, as well-wishers file in. Words of encouragement are given and tears flow. At the funeral of a loved one, there is often deep sorrow, especially when the deceased is someone cut off early in life--a child, or a young person, with so much promise of life and vibrancy. Now gone. Or the loss of a devoted husband or wife. A companion for decades perhaps. And now the survivor must carry on alone.

How do you approach the death of a loved one? If you’ve faced it, you know how it feels. When a loved one dies, we grieve, we mourn, we have a hole in our heart. It’s difficult and it hurts. And sometimes the pain lasts for years. And we may ask: If God is good and all-powerful, why am I suffering so much?

There is a way to face death with boldness, courage, and hope. God’s word assures that, and gives us practical and timeless advice.

How can you be prepared when death strikes someone close to you? Today on Tomorrow’s World, we’ll answer that question. And we’ll also give you an opportunity to order a free copy of our helpful and comforting publication What Happens When You Die?