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My Grandfather’s Death Challenged My Faith—and Helped Me Find It

Photograph by Carolina Triana

I stopped going to church when my grandfather passed away. His passing was one of the hardest trials that has ever happened to me. During that time I sort of doubted the Lord. Things weren’t very clear to me; it was a depressing time.

After some time had passed, my aunt and mom spoke with me. I came to realize that the time will come when I can see my grandfather again. This realization was a slow and complicated process. My grandfather’s death challenged my faith—and helped me find it. My faith in Jesus Christ has been strengthened as I’ve thought about gospel truths and returned to church!

Prayer brings comfort. We often may not know what to do during a difficult time, because we might be disheartened. Opening our heart to the Lord through prayer allows us to process our feelings and find relief.

Alison M., age 16, Bogotá, Colombia

Enjoys drawing, dancing, and hanging out with friends.