letting him know that you are there is foremost, and that you truly love him, and care for his well-being. But most importantly as Elliot mentioned if you pray about it the right words that will penetrate his heart will be there, a comforting word can go beyond anything else at those types of moments.
"Elliot"? Hmm... well, there's 2 "t's" on that and you CAN call me "David" you know... "Elliot" indeed... hmmph...
are you picking on me, maybe you should write me a letter .........
ME??? PICK ON YOU???? Have I ever picked on anyone here before??? Um.. maybe you guys better not answer that...