4 Comforting Truths for Those Grieving the Loss of a Nonbeliever

Many of us have lost loved ones who died apart from Christ. Perhaps they lived in opposition to God, denied Him, and expressed a rebellion towards all things spiritual in word and deed. Maybe they followed a false religion or were simply apathetic. Whatever the situation, saying we’re heartbroken only scratches the surface of our anguish.

I don’t hesitate to say I shudder at the thought of my loved ones spending eternity separated from God. The thought of eternal weeping and gnashing of teeth is almost more than I can bear. So how does the Christ-follower grieve the death of someone who did not share in the hope of salvation? How do we grieve someone who will spend eternity separated from God? Can we still grieve with hope? And if so, what does that mean?

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