What do you think?
Rate this book
Tattered Hearts and Hopeful Souls: A Christian Devotional for Grieving Hearts
When grief shatters your world, you don't need platitudes—you need someone who understands.
After Leanne Davidson's son died, she turned to the only place her shattered heart could find the arms of Jesus. Tattered Hearts and Hopeful Souls is the devotional she wishes she'd had in those darkest days.
Each of these daily devotions tackles the raw realities of the crushing loneliness after the funeral, the guilt that haunts your thoughts, the holidays that feel impossible, the questions that have no answers. Leanne pairs her honest reflections with Scripture that sustained her, prayers that gave her words when she had none, and poetry that captures what grief truly feels like.
Inside you'll 30 daily devotions addressing specific grief struggles (loneliness, guilt, changed identity, and struggling to find joy again)Biblical promises that hold firm when everything else crumblesHeartfelt prayers for each day's journeyOriginal poetry expressing the inexpressibleBreathtaking nature photography from Northwestern Ontario
Whether you've lost a child, spouse, parent, or dear friend—whether the loss is recent or years past—this devotional meets you in the darkness and gently guides you toward peace and comfort.
Your broken heart deserves compassionate, biblically-grounded healing. Start your 30-day journey today.
106 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 21, 2025
1 person is currently reading
629 people want to read
About the author
Leanne Davidson
2 books10 followersLeanne Davidson lives with her husband Tim in her hometown of Kenora, Ontario. She has a Bachelor of Science degree and a Bachelor of Education degree. She has spent 25 years as a teacher and a Union Representative for the Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association and is a recipient of the Pierce Shannon Memorial Award. She also has a certificate in Death Dying and Bereavement through Wilfrid Laurier University. She is now retired. Leanne loves to be outdoors in the beauty of Northwestern Ontario where she lives and spends much of her time boating and gardening in the summer and snow-shoeing in the winter. She writes from her heart to share God's comfort with others who have suffered the loss of a loved one. Leanne can be contacted via email or through her website and blog.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
November 29, 2025
Only someone who has felt such painful grief can lead others to the place of healing. This is a work of the Holy Spirit and a willing heart. I especially like that you weren't afraid to share your experience... ultimately leading your reader to peace.
December 5, 2025
Leanne Davidson writes, Tattered Hearts and Hopeful Souls: A Christian Devotional for Grieving Hearts.
Born out of deep grief after the sudden loss of her son, Mikael, due to an accidental overdose in 2022, Leanne Davidson, writes this beautiful 30-Day Christian Devotional designed for those with grieving hearts. Her fervent hope is that this book will bring comfort and, more importantly, the comfort of God. She reveals His grace, love, and care to the readers through deep truths of Scripture that bring hope.
~ A highly recommended 30-Day Christian Devotion!
Alongside each daily devotion, she candidly and simply shares her own experiences through the death of her son, as the struggles and challenges presented themselves. Her insight and scriptural reflections offer readers an easy-to-read and interactive devotional with short prayers to help readers. The author has a way of touching hearts and offering comfort, as she delves into the heart of the matter when dealing with grief. Faith and Scripture shared by the author bring an understanding of the Word of God into play, but also the nature and compassion of Jesus. She offers hope through death in this poignant Christian devotional.
Such subjects as loneliness, guilt, the questions, and the confusion are highlighted. Yet, she reveals identity and purpose in God to the reader, and also what helped her in her grief journey through her son’s sudden death. This devotional really embraces those suffering with grief. Delicate sharing and Biblical hope with Scripture will encourage all who go through this devotional that there is only one hope – Jesus is His name – He is the only ONE who can get us through anything! ~ The beautiful photos add such solace and charm (taken by the author from where she lives). The poetry written by the author towards her son, also add to a captivating devotional. Thus, this book is truly a healing balm to the soul in grief.
As a 30-Day Christian Devotional ~ This devotional comes highly recommended to those travailing through grief, reminding us of simple Scripture and that Jesus is truly always with us. God keeps every tear is my personal favorite!
The author hopes this book will bring tattered hearts into hopeful souls!
A TRULY touching and endearing read for those traveling through the never-ending waves of grief. The author offers help, hope, prayer, and scriptural truths to assist those who are affected by the death of a loved one.
Born out of deep grief after the sudden loss of her son, Mikael, due to an accidental overdose in 2022, Leanne Davidson, writes this beautiful 30-Day Christian Devotional designed for those with grieving hearts. Her fervent hope is that this book will bring comfort and, more importantly, the comfort of God. She reveals His grace, love, and care to the readers through deep truths of Scripture that bring hope.
~ A highly recommended 30-Day Christian Devotion!
Alongside each daily devotion, she candidly and simply shares her own experiences through the death of her son, as the struggles and challenges presented themselves. Her insight and scriptural reflections offer readers an easy-to-read and interactive devotional with short prayers to help readers. The author has a way of touching hearts and offering comfort, as she delves into the heart of the matter when dealing with grief. Faith and Scripture shared by the author bring an understanding of the Word of God into play, but also the nature and compassion of Jesus. She offers hope through death in this poignant Christian devotional.
Such subjects as loneliness, guilt, the questions, and the confusion are highlighted. Yet, she reveals identity and purpose in God to the reader, and also what helped her in her grief journey through her son’s sudden death. This devotional really embraces those suffering with grief. Delicate sharing and Biblical hope with Scripture will encourage all who go through this devotional that there is only one hope – Jesus is His name – He is the only ONE who can get us through anything! ~ The beautiful photos add such solace and charm (taken by the author from where she lives). The poetry written by the author towards her son, also add to a captivating devotional. Thus, this book is truly a healing balm to the soul in grief.
As a 30-Day Christian Devotional ~ This devotional comes highly recommended to those travailing through grief, reminding us of simple Scripture and that Jesus is truly always with us. God keeps every tear is my personal favorite!
The author hopes this book will bring tattered hearts into hopeful souls!
A TRULY touching and endearing read for those traveling through the never-ending waves of grief. The author offers help, hope, prayer, and scriptural truths to assist those who are affected by the death of a loved one.
October 25, 2025
This faith-filled devotional offers hope and comfort to those who’ve experienced the pain of losing a loved one. I appreciate how the author shares from her own experience, exploring different things we go through in our grief. Probably my favorite features of this devotional are the added personal poems and the uplifting and relevant verses included. If you’re looking for an easy to read devotional to guide you through grief, this would be a great addition to your daily quiet time.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews