Resources by Topic: Grief and Loss

In this clip from The Straight to the Heart podcast with Rush Witt, Randy shares about several authors who have influenced him both before and after seminary, and how God has used them deeply in his life. 

In this clip from The Straight to the Heart podcast with Rush Witt, Randy shares about how he enjoyed seeing C.S. Lewis’ personality come through his writing and how his writing impacted Randy’s worldview.   

In this clip from The Straight to the Heart podcast with Rush Witt, Randy shares his advice for others who are grieving their spouses or close family. He talks about how Jesus understands and brings encouragement in our grief. 

Writing about Nanci’s life, my grief, and our blood-bought hope in Christ has been therapeutic for me. I’ve often wished for a single page where what I’ve written is listed in one place, to share with those who ask questions and want to know Nanci’s story.

In this audio clip, Randy Alcorn shares about the history of his relationship with Nanci, her cancer journey. and how watching her draw close to Jesus impacted him. 

Randy was on a panel speaking about suffering and walking through the difficult things in life. He answers several questions and shares his experiences and truths from Scripture 

In this audio clip, Randy Alcorn talks about how his church community has been a major part of the healing process since his wife Nanci died.  

Tomorrow, March 28, marks two years since Nanci entered the presence of Jesus, after a four-year battle with cancer. I’ve been reflecting on what God has been teaching me since her death and its first-year anniversary.

Grief is an expected part of life on this broken earth. In this video clip from his interview with Costi Hinn on For the Gospel podcast, Randy Alcorn shares the importance of grieving with hope as believers in Jesus Christ.  

Through this devastating loss, He promises to remain with you, to be all that you need, to comfort and guide you. 

In this clip from his Q&A at The Fold (the college/youth ministry of Shepherd’s House Bible Church), Randy Alcorn shares why an eternal perspective helps us embrace the reality of loss and grief, but also face death with hope and trust in Jesus.  

In this clip from his Q&A at The Fold (the college/youth ministry of Shepherd’s House Bible Church), Randy Alcorn reminds us that if we keep the proper focus of Heaven in mind—which is being with Jesus, the Source of all goodness—then it’s good and right to look forward to reunion with those we love.  

There is no timetable or expiration date on grief, and there is no right or wrong answer about remarriage. It sounds like you have a relationship with the Lord, and He can be trusted to guide you every step of the way. 

Randy spoke with Nancy Demoss Wolgemuth, on the Revive our Hearts podcast, about Heaven and the New Earth. Randy shared about the legacy his wife Nanci left for her children and grandsons, as well as answered some of the common questions people ask about Heaven.