"Do you know someone facing illness, trial or death of a loved one? Do you wonder how you can help? Sarah Beckman unwraps the complex box of questions that arrives at your door the moment you hear the news and reveals practical answers so you'll never have to feel uncertain about helping someone in trial again. Filled with actionable advice, Alongside will empower you to overcome the insecurity of doing the wrong thing; gain confidence to love well with tangible actions; discern between helpful and unhelpful words to say; identify the gifts you already have so you can serve more effectively; live out the Biblical command to love your neighbor"--back cover.