While he was still speaking, someone came from the leader's house to say, "Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the teacher any longer." When Jesus heard this, he replied, "Do not fear. Only believe, and she will be saved." When he came to the house, he did not allow anyone to enter with him, except Peter, John, and James, and the child's father and mother. They were all weeping and wailing for her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But he took her by the hand and called out, "Child, get up!" Her spirit returned, and she got up at once. Then he directed them to give her something to eat. Her parents were astounded; but he ordered them to tell no one what had happened.

Luke 8:49-56

When someone dies in Christ, and we are in Christ, we have comfort in knowing we will see our loved one again - in heaven. They just got there a little faster than we did. Our comfort comes from knowing that our loved ones eternal existence with the Lord has already begun.

The loving and compassionate touch of Jesus is a miracle that can bring peace to grieving hearts.

In every desert of trial, God has an oasis of comfort.

Our Daily Bread - March 28, 2004