Grief is not a detour—it’s part of the road God will walk with you on. It may slow your pace, blur your vision, and make familiar places feel unfamiliar, but it doesn’t mean you’ve missed your purpose. Even in loss, the Lord is near to the brokenhearted, gathering what feels shattered and turning tears into testimony. Don’t rush the process or shame the pain—let grief become a sacred place where God heals, strengthens, and carries you forward, one faithful step at a time.