My dad past away in 2012. Up until now, I never had a close relationship with Jesus. Recently, as I have leaned into God's presence more and more, my heart has become softer. I've been allowed to start grieving and the sadness seems unbearable. I'm surrounded by people who will be able to graduate from college with their father's watching them from the crowd. I feel isolated. As supportive as my closest friends can be, they will never be able understand what it is to grow up without a father figure. Please pray for me, that God takes this pain and uses it for good.