Does God care if I'm sad? Look at the tear-streaked face of Jesus as he stands near Lazarus's tomb.

A story does that: it will reach out and hook somebody and hold them for just a few moments while you unpack this story in their presence.

God is always near us. Always for us. Always in us.

You wonder if God has a place for a person like you. Find your answer in the Bethlehem stable.

The greater your cares, the more genuine your prayers

You'll get through this. It won't be painless. It won't be quick. But God will use this mess for good. In the meantime don't be foolish or naïve. But don't despair either. With God's help you will get through this.

You're never without hope, because you're never without prayer.