Bible Verses About Strength

The Bible can be a source of strength, giving people the courage to face life’s most difficult challenges. People grieving the loss of a loved one often turn to the Bible for words of comfort and hope. Here are 42 Bible verses to help you find strength and cope with the illness or death of someone you love.

This Therapy Dog Works in a Funeral Home

"Ally" the goldendoodle is trained to comfort people as they grieve.

R.I.P. to the 'What's Your Story?' Dad

Steve Dishman: a life well-lived + a story well-told = endless inspiration

Todd Bol (1956–2018), founder of the non-profit Little Free Library

Little free libraries are on front lawns in 88 countries.

Celebrities Coping with Loss

Fame and fortune can buy many things, but they don't exempt you from loss and grief. Many celebrities have been through the pain that comes with losing a family member or close friend, and in some cases, they've spoken out about what they went through in the wake of their loved one's death. From words of advice for others who are grieving to memories of raw grief, these are the words of celebrities who have experienced loss.

After Her Husband Died, Neighbors Didn't Let This Farm Widow Down

Some heroes wear blue jeans and drive tractors.

After His Girlfriend Was Killed, Chris Hurst Ran For Office on Sensible Gun Control — and Won

Two years ago, Chris Hurst lost his girlfriend, Alison Parker, to gun violence. Yesterday, he won a seat in Virginia's House of Delegates, defeating a candidate backed by the NRA.

Died Doing What They Loved

Somehow, knowing that a person died doing what they loved gives us comfort.

Lessons From My Dad

My father died when I was 11. Here's what I learned.

Straight Truth & Real Talk: Albert Einstein (video)

Albert Einstein’s genius extended beyond physics to everyday life. A man who could grasp the complexities of space and time, he was often pressed by interviewers for his thoughts on all aspects of the human condition. He displayed a wit and wisdom that were surprisingly down-to-earth for someone who spent so much time thinking about the stars.

Thinking of Others on Valentine's Day

Do you know someone going through a tough time? Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to reach out.

Carrie Fisher and Leia: A Legacy of Strength

I had just finished writing the first scene of my new novel when I heard the news about . I’d dared to imagine she might read my story someday, or see it adapted for the big screen. After all, without her, I might not be writing science fiction today.

Great American Smokeout

On Nov. 16, 1977, the American Cancer Society held the first Great American Smokeout, a fun event with a deadly serious message: You need to stop smoking now.

Notes from Dad, Written on Napkins

Napkin note dad Garth Callaghan has written thousands of notes to his daughter. Now he is challenging us all to write 21 – one per day through Thanksgiving – telling a loved one why we're thankful for them.

Elizabeth Edwards: A Legacy of Caring

Elizabeth Edwards, who lost her long and public fight against breast cancer Dec. 7, 2010, didn't seek the spotlight. Instead, it found her when her husband, John, decided to run for political office. She embraced her role, becoming her husband's closest adviser during his stint in the U.S. Senate, when he was the Democratic nominee for vice president in 2004, and as he sought his party's presidential nod in 2008.

Wishes Granted at the End of Life

If you're touched by the mission of Make-a-Wish, we think you'll appreciate Twilight Wish Foundation, making dreams come true for elders nearing the end of life.

Massage Therapy at the End of Life

Today's hospices are adding new therapies to bring their patients comfort and relief in their final days. One of these therapies is massage. We talked to Tami Legler-Roberts, a hospice massage therapist, about how she discovered a passion for helping patients at the end of their lives.

Dorian Murray (2007 - 2016)

Dorian Murray, an 8-year-old terminal cancer patient whose last wish of becoming famous in China came true, has died. Dorian, who lived in Rhode Island, died Tuesday of stage 4 cancer, according to a post on his official Facebook page, "Praying for Dorian." "It is with a very heavy heart that I share this news. Dorian J. Murray (‪#‎dstrong‬) has gained his beautiful angel wings tonight and is now pain free," reads the Facebook post. "He was surrounded by people who love him, and his transition to heaven was very peaceful. He was embraced by both mom and dad."

New Year, Fresh Perspective: Four Timely Tips

It’s a new year full of possibilities. So what can we do to feel as if we are living our lives richly and fully?

This Speech from a High School Senior with Cancer Is Truly Inspirational

Senior year in high school tends to be a whirlwind. For Jake Bailey, it was also a time to come to terms with the grim reality of cancer.

20 Facts About Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa is a household name, but who was this “Blessed” woman? Here are 20 facts about her life and work.

5 Ways Answering a Suicide Hotline Can Change Your Life

Frank Warren of PostSecret shares thoughts on how answering a suicide hotline shaped him as a person.

The End of Small Talk

Working at Legacy.com, I’m not able to completely ignore death, and that fact makes me strive to better understand the gift of life.

How Not to Screw Up

Since Jan. 1st 2015, I've been interviewing one person each day about the meaning of life.

Survival of the Species

Love, family and experience are focal points for most people who are asked about the meaning of life, but male interviewees also state quite simply and elegantly that a big part of the meaning of life is to procreate.

My Dad

Legacy.com sponsored a family storytelling event at Global Family Reunion in New York. We asked participants young and old to share family stories. This is one of them.

Common Ground

Since Jan. 1, 2015, I've been interviewing one person each day about the meaning of life. We're not as different as you might expect.

Kind Stranger Helps Belfast Woman and Her Cancer-Stricken Mother

Here's a heartwarming story out of Belfast, Northern Ireland, that proves small acts of kindness can make a huge impact.

Immortal Touch

Each of us has an opportunity every day to influence the web of people and things around us. And those tiny little impulses we set into motion collectively change the course of the world.

Caskets for Veterans: A Meaningful Gift

One funeral home in Texas has found a special way to honor men and women who’ve served their nation.

Voices of Support After the Charleston Shooting

Although atrocities such as the June 17 massacre of nine people in a historic Charleston, South Carolina, church shake us to our core, it gives us hope to see people coming together online, offering support and sympathy.

Online Community Advises and Comforts New Widow

When confronted with the unexpected death of a loved one we often don't know where to turn when we need advice.

On Motherhood and Leaving a Legacy for My Kids

Mother’s Day is a good time to contemplate what kind of legacy I want to leave my kids.

Fill Your Crate

What Legacy.com's CMO learned from asking one person each day about the meaning of life.

The Secret to Long Life Is That It Feels Short

Misao Okawa, the world's oldest living person according to Guinness World Records, died of natural causes April 1, 2015, at age 117 years, 27 days in Osaka, Japan. She'd held the record since June 12, 2013, after the death of fellow countryman Jiroemon Kimura at age 115.

Coach Dez Merriweather's Legacy

Desmond Merriweather was just another middle school basketball coach … one who made national headlines for his work with inner-city children in Memphis, Tennessee.

21 Balloons. A Million Memories

For one family, releasing helium balloons helps to preserve memories of a deceased son.

8 Lessons from a Terminally Ill Superhero

Dov Siporin changed the way thousands of people think about death.

A Day in the Life of an Obituary Guest Book Screener

Legacy.com’s Content Screeners have a unique glimpse into the way people deal with loss. Today, Lynmarie reflects on the countless Guest Book entries she has read in the years she’s been screening. And she offers a bit of hope.

Killed by an Uppercut from Batman

An obituary made national news thanks to its fantastical claim about the cause of death of 31-year-old Stephen Merrill.

Flowers For His Mother

Many have been inspired by Jak Trueman's journey, as well as his beautiful last gift to the women in his life.

The Unlikely Millionaire Philanthropist

Aside from his habit of reading The Wall Street Journal, Vermont resident Ronald Read gave no outward indication he was a millionaire. He wore a denim jacket held together with safety pins, and a local woman once knitted him a winter hat when she noticed how his baseball cap was falling apart.

A Hospice Patient and Her Cat

How an Internet community came together to help a hospice patient.

The Lives Martin Luther King Touched

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has inspired generations in the United States and around the world. A martyr for and the struggle, King was a voice for peace in one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.

From a Wake to a Wedding

Being diagnosed with a terminal illness often means that the focus of one's life becomes dealing with the disease.

Parents Meet Strangers Saved By Sons' Hearts

There's no reason why Jerri Northam and Doug Huff should ever have met, but the two are now joined forever by the lifesaving gift Northam's son gave to Huff over five years ago.

Couple's Last Act of Generosity

Beginning in 1948, George and DeLayne Watton turned an empty lot into a gorgeous home at 3823 SW Willow Street in Seattle. Their final wish was for the city to tear it down.

Teen Behind #TeamAlex Dies at 16

Over the past year, you may have seen #TeamAlex pop up somewhere in your Facebook or Twitter newsfeeds, maybe alongside #NoOneFightsAlone and photos of people wearing "Team Alex" T-shirts or dressed all in gray. These messages of support were all inspired by a New Jersey teenager, Alex Munoz, and his battle with cancer.

Dying Woman Says Goodbye to Beloved Horse

The bond between humans and animals can be a strong, lifelong connection. This was certainly the case for Sheila Marsh and her horse, Bronwen.