A Sacrifice of Praise

What God Taught Me Through the Deaths of My Children

Melissa Rice

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Praise Publishing
10 June 2025

Christian life & practice; Christian aspects of sexuality, gender & relationships; Personal Christian testimony & inspirational works; Gender studies: women

Can you imagine waking up and finding out that during the early morning hours, your baby had died?

Or placing over seventy-five 911 calls because your child suddenly stopped breathing-again?

Or giving birth to a precious baby girl, only to be told her heart is filled with multiple, irreversible defects?

Finally, can you imagine standing at the graveside of not just one, but three of your children?

In a world overflowing with pain, suffering, and unanswered questions, A Sacrifice of Praise invites readers into the deeply personal and heartbreakingly beautiful story of author Melissa Rice, a Christian mother and pastor's wife who has walked through grief, trauma, and loss-and still chooses to praise.

This is not just a memoir. It is a raw, vulnerable, and hope-filled testimony to the unshakeable faithfulness of God. Through every funeral, hospital visit, and emergency room prayer, Melissa opens her heart and her Bible to show readers that even in the most devastating moments, God is still present, still loving, and still good.

�� You'll discover:

How to praise God when your world is falling apart What the Bible really says about suffering and grief How to walk with faith through the valley of death Real prayers and reflections from a mother who has wept and worshiped at the same time The healing power of Scripture in the darkest night

Written with grace, grit, and deep faith, A Sacrifice of Praise speaks to the Christian woman who is grieving, the mother who has suffered loss, and the believer who is clinging to God's promises when nothing makes sense.

If you've ever whispered, ""God, where are You?"" or cried, ""How can I survive this?""-this book will meet you in that place.

God may not always take the pain away, but He promises to walk with you through it.

This is Melissa's story. And it could become the turning point in yours.

�� Keywords:

Christian grief devotional, loss of a child, praise in pain, Christian motherhood, hope after death, biblical suffering, worship in sorrow, trusting God in tragedy, Christian women's inspiration, Gospel hope, faith through suffering

By: Melissa Rice
Imprint: Praise Publishing
Edition: Large type / large print edition
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 159g
ISBN: 9798349441561
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 10 June 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for A Sacrifice of Praise: What God Taught Me Through the Deaths of My Children

Amazon Reviewer 5.0 out of 5 stars: Encouraging, well written story of hopeI was so encouraged while reading this book. At times, it brought tears to my eyes while at the same time giving me hope for situations in my own life. I did not come away feeling sad. I came away, feeling hopeful and encouraged knowing that God has an amazing plan for me. Well, worth the read!!! Amazon Reviewer 5.0 out of 5 stars: Life-altering Melissa's story is a great illustration of faith being tried by fire. This is one of those books that truly change your perspective on life. David S--- Amazon Customer 5.0 out of 5 stars: A Life-Altering Testimony of Faith, Grief, and God's Unfailing GoodnessThe most powerful Christian grief and faith journey I've ever read. If you are walking through a season of loss, heartache, or deep disappointment, A Sacrifice of Praise by Melissa Rice is the book you didn't know you needed -put won't be able to put down. In this deeply moving and unflinchingly honest memoir, Melissa shares her story of unimaginable sorrow burying not one, but three of her beloved children-and the sustaining grace of Jesus Christ through every valley. This book is far more than a Christian grief memoir. It is a soul-stirring journey through the trenches of suffering, anchored in the promises of God and the transforming power of praise. What makes A Sacrifice of Praise stand out among books on Christian women's living, loss, and inspiration is not just the heartbreak it recounts--but the hope it radiates. Melissa doesn't sugarcoat the pain. You'll find yourself weeping as she relives the last moments with her sons Jesse and Toby, and her infant daughter Josie. You'll wrestle with her honest questions: ""Where are You, God?"" ""How can I go on?"" But you will also rise with her as she learns how to offer praise as a sacrifice-raw, vulnerable and rooted in eternal truth. Whether you are a grieving parent, a caregiver, a Christian woman looking for spiritual encouragement, or a believer wondering how to trust God in suffering, this book will breathe life into your weary soul. With Scripture woven through nearly every chapter, it teaches how to praise through the pain, trust without answers, and believe that God is still good even when the outcome breaks your heart. Melissa writes with tenderness, theological depth, and the warm authenticity of a friend who has walked through fire and come out praising. It's rare to find a book that holds the tension of pain and praise so powerfully. This is a MUST HAVE for those who want to learn how to sanctify suffering. Praise God for this book!!!