When You Lose a Loved One

by Charles L. Allen, Helen Steiner Rice

When You Lose a Loved One presents a hopeful message of resurrection and eternal life--a message Christians have heard so many times before. But in death's aftermath, people often need assurance of what they know is true about life after death. So Charles Allen offers the bereaved a beautifully crafted reminder that the Easter message robs death of its terror and promises a solution to life's mysteries.
Intermingled with Allen's prose are the comforting poems of Helen Steiner Rice. With an updated look and new organization, this encouraging book will bring meaning and hope to those who have lost loved ones.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction

112 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1959

About the author

Charles Livingstone Allen (1913 – 2005) was an American ordained United Methodist minister.

He was the former pastor of First United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas. The author of over 30 books, he was a featured columnist with the Atlanta Constitution from 1948 to 1960, and with the Houston Chronicle from 1960 to 1983.

Reviews

[Cindy · Rating 2 out of 5]

One scriptural interpretation that I had never heard before is that Jesus wept for Lazarus because he had to bring him back.
Standard comfort fare.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Many words of comfort as I adjust to the death of my son.

[Denise Spicer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet little 61-page devotional by well-known Protestant minister. Chapter One "You Need Not Fear Death" and Chapter Two "Christ on the Presence of Death". It's about trusting in God during times of trouble.

[Katharine Schubert · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love, love this book! I healed from great losses after reading this book. VERY INSPIRING:)

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another of my grandparents books.
This is a short book.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Charles Allen writes an insightful, powerful and comforting short book, 61 pages, on losing a loved one. The hope Christians have after death is the main theme of the book. He is a good writer.

[Amber Orvin · Rating 5 out of 5]

At first I wasn't sure about it, but then as I started reading more I couldn't put it down it is a book that I will go back to pick at it.