Where Loss Meets Faith:
One Family's Journey Through Tragedy
What do you do when life doesn't make sense, and God feels silent?
After Chris Comstock and his wife were both laid off on the same day, a friend sent him a phrase that would change everything: "Holding pain and hope simultaneously."
Suddenly, he had language for what he'd been experiencing since his brother's tragic death, through his daughter's life-threatening hospitalizations, and across fifteen years of walking with hurting people through their darkest valleys.
In Pain & Hope, you'll discover that freedom doesn't come from choosing between pain and hope—it comes from learning to hold both.
This book on suffering will help you:
✓ Understand why God allows pain and what He's producing through it
✓ Recognize God's provision, protection, and purpose in your trials
✓ Move from asking "Why, God?" to "What, God?"
✓ Navigate the healing process with practical, biblical wisdom
✓ Walk with others through grief without offering empty platitudes
✓ Find hope in suffering when answers don't come
For anyone walking through:
Loss of a loved one
Sudden death, prolonged illness, or tragic circumstances
Job loss and financial hardship
Unexpected layoffs and career uncertainty
Health crises
Personal illness or watching a child suffer
Broken relationships
Betrayal, rejection, or abandonment
Spiritual darkness
Being distant from God when you need Him most
This isn't another book about "staying positive" or pretending everything is fine. Pastor Chris Comstock writes with brutal honesty about real loss, real pain, and the real presence of God in the midst of it all.
Included in the book:
14 Chapters exploring biblical names of God and how each brings comfort in suffering
Personal stories from hospital waiting rooms, funeral homes, and unexpected job loss
Practical exercises including journaling prompts and healing challenges
Scripture portfolios at the end of each chapter for meditation and memorization
Actionable guidance for those supporting friends and family through grief
"Pain is the shout of God, reminding us His purposes are not yet complete. Hope is the whisper of God, calling us to cling to His power and presence."
Whether you're in the darkest valley right now or preparing to walk with someone who is, Pain & Hope will equip you with biblical wisdom, practical tools, and the assurance that your pain is not wasted, your story is not over, and you are not alone.