Sermons

Coping With Grief

Pastor: Rev. Rex Deckard
Topic: Funeral Service

Coping With GriefRev. Rex D. Deckard, M.Ed.Death an unavoidable part of life. When death and loss come, it can have a devastating affect upon those which are left behind. A better understanding of the grieving process may help us in ministering to people when tragedy strikes. Those that have suffered from loss will be quick to tell you that time itself is one of the great healers. Because memory is selective, we lay aside the painful thoughts that surround death, and remember the joyful events of life. Time also allows for a period of adjustment, which is one of the most distressing symptoms of grief. Schedules have to change. Relationships and lifestyle take on an entirely new perspective. One woman, who had lost her husband to a heart attack, shared with me during a grief support group that she was forced to find employment for the first time in her life. Her income went down and she had to move from her home of many years. Now dependent upon government support, she was at the point of nervous exhaustion. Some adjustments won't wait- but we should encourage those we are ministering to, to take their time on those that can. This eases the stress and makes it easier for them to deal with the loss.The shock that surrounds the initial tragedy is a protective covering through the funeral. Often the most difficult times are the days and weeks that follow. We should continually assure the survivors that things do get ...

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Selected works by Rev. Rex Deckard

The Prayer of the Demoniac of Gadara
Topic: Miracles
Description: When one bad spirit comes in, it is easy for others to follow. There are spirits that are searching for a vessel to work through- and they will prey on the carnal and discouraged

The Seed of the Sower
Topic: Revival
Description: The seed, in other words, has three levels. It is the Word of God that goes forth into our hearts. Once it is there, then we become the seed, and we together make up the Kingdom of God, and so the Kingdom of God, or the Church, becomes seed as well.