Let Me Grieve, But Not Forever

by Thomas Nelson

On June 28, 1987, four Dallas-based Christian leaders were killed in an airplane crash as they were returning from a Focus on the Family retreat in George L. Clark, chairman of the board and CEO of MBank; Dr. Trevor E. Mabery, a surgeon who helped found Humana Hospital-Medical City; Hugo W. Schoelkopf III, an entrepreneur and sporting goods manufacturer; and Creath Davis, founder and director of Christian Concern Foundation. Among the losses their families shared, Creath's wife, Verdell, also lost part of her No longer was she a pastor's wife, and no longer was she sure what she believed. This deeply moving book, gleaned from parts of journals that she kept during the loss of her husband, offers a source of hope and healing for anyone experiencing grief. With remarkable honesty, courage, and generosity, she shares how to examine grief and ultimately find healing in the process.

Genres: Grief

176 pages, Paperback

First published May 14, 1997

Reviews

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the structure of this book-each chapter was based on a scripture passage and a quote from a book the author had read. Her thoughts were seamlessly linked to both whilst telling her own story. The author shared her journey following the death of her husband and three other friends in a helicopter crash. It was an honest portrayal; the ebb and flow of grief intertwined with her walk with God. Some days she felt wrapped in his embrace whilst other days, her anguish drowned out his presence.

Although my own journey is different from the author's, I did find it helpful and inspiring to read her relationship with the Lord during one of the hardest times of her life. Her writing was easy to read and I especially liked the prayers at the end of each chapter.

If you have experienced any type of loss in your life then you may find this book helpful and uplifting like I did.

[Diane · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was recommended when my husband passed. I am just now reading the book. I have since lost several family members and this book helped. Th author tells about her journey through the dark valley of grief and loss. Verses are given that caused me to really think through my grief. It is truly one step at a time with God's help.

[Dave Everhart · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an amazing uplifting book on the journey through grief and loss of a loved one.

[Bryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book was well written and the author was sincere and insightful. I found that I personally didn't connect with her. She lost a husband in a tragic accident. I have lost a father and two unborn babies (miscarriages). There were touch points between the loss but maybe it comes down to a female author and a male reader. I felt like some other books connected better to my particular way of grieving. Other than these differences it was a well-written book.

[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

very helpful

[Nancy Stevens fugate]

Very helpful book to read when you have lost a child.