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	Helpful Bible Verses and Passages
	The Word of God is a powerful source of comfort, strength, and wisdom for every life situation. Our Christian Guidance department has put together a list of Scriptures to read in times of need. Learn more

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		Fording the River of Grief
		How do we stay afloat when grief threatens to overwhelm us? Read more

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	"Earth Is Not Our Home," by Ruth Bell Graham
	How is it that Christians suffer? Read more

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	Spiritual Answers
	Listen to Franklin Graham explain how you can find real hope even in the midst of the worst of times. Play this media clip

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		Into the Word
		Five Things a Storm Can't Destroy
		In life's storms, we can hold to these promises from God. Read more

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	Why do you believe in heaven?
	Billy Graham writes, "This life is incomplete and imperfect, and we yearn for another life that won't be this way. This yearning isn't just wishful thinking; it's a deep-seated conviction God put within us." Read Billy Graham's answer

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		Finding God Even in Brokenness
		Jeff and Belinda Lams walked with their daughter, Aria, through her seven-year battle with leukemia. And they've found that God is walking with them still. Read more

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	Encouragement from Ruth Graham
	Ruth Bell Graham shares that when we come to faith in Christ, "[God] hasn't promised us an easy journey. But He has promised us a safe arrival." Play this media clip

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		Christ Is the Answer
		However great your problems may be, the answer is as near as your Bible. Read more

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		My Story
		Peace in the Storm
		Robert Rogers lost his wife and children to raging floodwaters—but from that experience God has brought comfort to many. Read more

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	Why does God allow suffering in the world?
	There are no easy answers to the question of the purpose of suffering and evil. The tendency is to blame God for these conditions, but He did not create them. Read our answer

For more resources please visit our topic pages for Crisis Situations, Grief, and Suffering.