Be a Blessing to Your Grieving Friend

Do you long for a book that’s brutally honest about the hard work of grieving a deep loss?

Do you want that same book to give you a reason to hope for a brighter tomorrow despite your heartache?

 The Honest Griever does exactly that. It chronicles the author’s journey after the death of her husband of 31 years. Through the heartbreak, she openly shares her struggles and her victories — and how God walked beside her, teaching her to stand on his unfailing promises.

Here’s what you’ll find:

  • A raw, transparent look into the full spectrum of grief emotions
  • Practical suggestions for stepping back into life
  • Touching examples of God’s revelations and guidance
  • Rich scriptures to comfort, instruct, and encourage
  • A biblical approach for every step on the grieving journey

Losing a spouse will turn your world upside down, as can any major loss in your life. Allowing yourself to fully grieve, while acknowledging God’s work through your pain, is a powerful combination. The result is a new creature who is refined by the fire of the affliction, not destroyed by it.

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"This book is a Godsend and a treasure! The author has delivered on her promise to share truths that she has 'come to embrace' along her journey with grief, with the hope that others will have a clear grasp of God who not only loves us but walks with us each day."
The Honest Griever
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2020-09-03T19:25:44-05:00
"This book is a Godsend and a treasure! The author has delivered on her promise to share truths that she has 'come to embrace' along her journey with grief, with the hope that others will have a clear grasp of God who not only loves us but walks with us each day."

"This is not a book to be read lightly. There are many entries, particularly from her blog, that you will want to read again and again. This book is not only meant for those experiencing grief but also those who want to empathize with a griever in their lives. Here you will experience the author’s honest, bone-crushing pain and yet, hope and trust and finally peace."
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:29:16-05:00
"This is not a book to be read lightly. There are many entries, particularly from her blog, that you will want to read again and again. This book is not only meant for those experiencing grief but also those who want to empathize with a griever in their lives. Here you will experience the author’s honest, bone-crushing pain and yet, hope and trust and finally peace."

"The lessons shared in this book are limitless and crafted in a way to allow anyone at any stage of the grieving process to find healing in their message. Whether looking for a guide to help you navigate a recent loss, seeking comfort in the journey of a fellow griever years later, or somewhere in between, this book will help you make calmer waters out of the stormy seas that is the grieving process."
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:30:31-05:00
"The lessons shared in this book are limitless and crafted in a way to allow anyone at any stage of the grieving process to find healing in their message. Whether looking for a guide to help you navigate a recent loss, seeking comfort in the journey of a fellow griever years later, or somewhere in between, this book will help you make calmer waters out of the stormy seas that is the grieving process."

"Her style of writing is conversational and easy to relate to. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is grieving, but really, all of us should read this book because we will all experience loss at some point on this journey of life."
The Honest Griever
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2020-09-03T19:28:37-05:00
"Her style of writing is conversational and easy to relate to. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is grieving, but really, all of us should read this book because we will all experience loss at some point on this journey of life."

“'The Honest Griever' is a phenomenal book!!!!! As a therapist, I was looking for a book on grief that I could refer to my clients and friends. Let’s just say this....I don’t have to look any further… This book is a tearjerker for sure but well worth the read. May the author continue to find comfort in her Lord And Savior, Jesus Christ. BRAVO!!!!"
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:27:16-05:00
“'The Honest Griever' is a phenomenal book!!!!! As a therapist, I was looking for a book on grief that I could refer to my clients and friends. Let’s just say this....I don’t have to look any further… This book is a tearjerker for sure but well worth the read. May the author continue to find comfort in her Lord And Savior, Jesus Christ. BRAVO!!!!"

"An easy read but with potent impact! Well organized with the right touch of humor that helps to blunt the many raw, visceral emotions that the author shares about her grieving journey. This book really spoke to me in many ways about putting my faith and trust in God as he guides me through good times and bad, through my relationships and my times of grief ahead."
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:47:37-05:00
"An easy read but with potent impact! Well organized with the right touch of humor that helps to blunt the many raw, visceral emotions that the author shares about her grieving journey. This book really spoke to me in many ways about putting my faith and trust in God as he guides me through good times and bad, through my relationships and my times of grief ahead."

"Lynne is a great writer and she writes in an interesting and transparent way, giving us illustrations and examples from her life. She truly grieves, but it is not a hopeless grief. She shows how God gives comfort in the tough times. I like her statement, 'He won't let your fire consume you, but he will let it refine you.'"
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:52:22-05:00
"Lynne is a great writer and she writes in an interesting and transparent way, giving us illustrations and examples from her life. She truly grieves, but it is not a hopeless grief. She shows how God gives comfort in the tough times. I like her statement, 'He won't let your fire consume you, but he will let it refine you.'"

"As a vocational pastor I have found the insights in this book especially helpful. The author’s perspective following her own loss challenges me to be empathetic and sensitive to the process of grief."
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:30:00-05:00
"As a vocational pastor I have found the insights in this book especially helpful. The author’s perspective following her own loss challenges me to be empathetic and sensitive to the process of grief."

"For every gut-wrenching moment she shares, hope wins over again and again as she goes down that path (including bits of humor trying to flip a mattress on her own). I walked away from the book feeling strongly encouraged and more prepared in my Christian walk going forward for what life can, and will, throw at me as I go down that road."
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:48:56-05:00
"For every gut-wrenching moment she shares, hope wins over again and again as she goes down that path (including bits of humor trying to flip a mattress on her own). I walked away from the book feeling strongly encouraged and more prepared in my Christian walk going forward for what life can, and will, throw at me as I go down that road."

"Being an ‘honest’ griever is harder than you would think. Hoeksema is truly transparent as she shares her journey, even the thoughts that we all think but are too afraid to voice. But how important it is to be honest in order to rightly process the journeys we are on!"
The Honest Griever
5
2020-09-03T19:26:25-05:00
"Being an ‘honest’ griever is harder than you would think. Hoeksema is truly transparent as she shares her journey, even the thoughts that we all think but are too afraid to voice. But how important it is to be honest in order to rightly process the journeys we are on!"
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