Have you experienced a devastating loss that has you questioning your faith? Does it feel like God has abandoned you when you need Him most? Are you questioning why this tragedy happened and how you will survive the overwhelming grief that seems to consume every aspect of your life? In Tears of a Father, grieving father Pat Smith takes you through the aftermath of the death of his son and shares how he emerged from anger and depression to once again live a life of hope and purpose. In these pages, you will discover: What you need as you continue your life's journey Where God is in the midst of your pain How to receive the peace you so desperately need Read about loss from the perspective of someone who has felt its paralyzing blow and come away with an even stronger faith in God and see that, although at times it may feel like it, your life is not over. Discover how to trust in God once again and find the future He has planned for you. Pat Smith was born and raised in Norman, Oklahoma, where he currently resides with his wife of thirty-five years, Kathy. Pat has no formal training in writing but has experienced every parent's darkest fear, the loss of a child. It was during this dark time in his life that his Christian faith was repeatedly tested. Pat not only survived this tragedy but emerged from it with an even stronger faith in God. His desire is that you too will find peace amidst your struggles through his words of hope.