“I woke up this morning with my mind stayed on Jesus -Hallelujah!”

Last year my family hosted an eightieth birthday celebration for my dad. Today he would have been eighty-one years old if he were still alive. It has been six months since daddy died. I wasn’t sure how I would feel today and I imagine that before the day is over I may experience a range of emotions. However, I thank God that I woke up this morning with a sense of peace.

As I thought of daddy I was pleasantly surprised that I didn’t feel that deep ache that I sometimes feel, nor did I feel like crying. Instead I enjoyed a calm reflection of gratefulness because I believe my daddy was at a place of peace with his soul and God when he passed. As a family we were at a place of forgiveness, acceptance, peace, and LOVE! That is a blessing which gives me peace and joy. Thank you Lord!

In the coming months I plan to share more relating to my grief journey. (I have a post that I started drafting a couple of months after my dad’s death but just haven’t allowed myself to finish that one just yet…). Today, I just want to encourage you as you move forward along your own personal grief journey. Everyone’s journey is different, so don’t feel as though yours has to be like someone else’s. TRUST IN GOD is one of the most important components of holistic wellness. Trust God with whatever you are experiencing in your life and as you cycle through the stages of grief. The Bible scripture Philippians 4:13 states, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” I am a living witness that He will give you peace. Feel free to share with me your thoughts relating to your grief journey. Don’t hesitate to download my free CROWN TO SOLE WELLNESS Action Guide to find some simple action steps you can take to help increase your trust in God. (The featured image is of my dad, Dr. Arnett G. Montague, when he was a young adult in his early twenties. Wasn’t he sharp?!!)