A few weeks ago, a 16 year old boy was tragically killed in an accident. He was the type of student that teachers dream of. The kind of boy every mother prays to have. He was a friend to many. He was a talented football player. This young man left a legacy of love because he was a sincerely compassionate person. I am comforted because I know that he had trusted Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of his sins. So, I know without a doubt that he is in Heaven right now. I don't think he had any regrets about the choices he had made in his short life. He told his Mother that he loved her every time they parted or ended a phone conversation. He was just a special person that won't be forgotten by the people that knew him.
Three other people we were associated with just lost their battle with Cancer. The fight was long, painful, and not pretty. They were mothers, fathers, wives, husbands, sons, daughters, teachers, employees, friends, and so much more to so many people. More importantly, they were all Christians. So, their passing was not really the end. It was a transition into eternity. It was just the beginning of a beautiful forever full of rewards prepared especially for them by a loving Father who knows the pain they endured on Earth. From my perspective, sometimes this life just seems so unfair. However, I know that I just can't see the whole picture. God may allow a moment of hurt, but he makes up for that with unending joy in Paradise.
I have lost my Mom, my Grandmother, close friends, and mentors. Knowing that I will not see them or talk to them again this side of Heaven is a grief I can't even put into words. I tell myself all the time that all of this is only temporary. This isn't all there is. God has so much more planned for those who believe and put their Faith in Him.
You always think you have another day with the people you love. Sadly, you may not have another minute. A few days ago, my husband was injured in an accident at our shop. He was nearly crushed by a vehicle. I had just walked up within seconds of the incident. If I had not been there at that exact moment, or if the truck had been positioned differently, I don't believe he would still be here. He hurt his leg, but he could have easily been run over by the truck and killed. It all happened so fast. I was absolutely terrified. It really opened my eyes to how quickly things can change in my own life. I was reminded of how little control I have over most things. I hardly slept that night thinking about the horrors of what could have happened, and thanking God that He intervened and protected my husband from serious harm.
Our time may be up much faster than we think. It is so important to know what happens when you leave this world. Do you have a personal relationship with God through His son, Jesus Christ? If you have not made the decision to place your faith in Him, you will face an eternity of torment once your time on Earth is done. This is a decision that can't wait. It can't wait until you get older. It can't wait until you stop doing this or that. It just can't wait. You don't know when your time is up, but when it is, you need to know where you will spend eternity.
Sometimes this life is ugly. It is hard. It seems unforgiving and unfair. BUT WAIT, there's more!! If you call on HIM, right now... you will receive forgiveness, unconditional love, and keys to the Kingdom of God. You will inherit riches beyond your wildest dreams. Jesus Christ already paid the price for your life. His sacrifice can wash away your dirtiest secret and darkest sins. It is a free gift. All you have to do is accept it. The choice is yours. Don't wait. Do it now... before your time is up.
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