We are currenly in northeast Pennsylvania for the funeral of Stephen's grandfather. He lived to be 96 years old and was in good health his entire life. His life was a testimony to God's work in his heart, and we rejoice to know that he is now with the LORD. So we are able to rejoice even as we mourn, knowing that we will someday join him in glory.
It's been a great time for teaching the boys about death and about how life is fleeting. We've had a number of good conversations about the separation of the body and soul at death. Last night we attended the viewing, and both boys wanted to see Great-Grandpa. The little guy was rather intimidated when it came time to view the body, but I'm so glad that they wanted to see him and that they actually did.
I don't want them to shrink from death. I want them to know that it is always near. I want them to live in light of Jesus' death. I want them to live to serve Him, knowing that when their time comes to pass from this life to the next, they will go to be with Him in the place that He is preparing for them. I want them to understand that we aren't here to say "goodbye" to Great-Grandpa...just "we'll see you soon."
It's been a great time for teaching the boys about death and about how life is fleeting. We've had a number of good conversations about the separation of the body and soul at death. Last night we attended the viewing, and both boys wanted to see Great-Grandpa. The little guy was rather intimidated when it came time to view the body, but I'm so glad that they wanted to see him and that they actually did.
I don't want them to shrink from death. I want them to know that it is always near. I want them to live in light of Jesus' death. I want them to live to serve Him, knowing that when their time comes to pass from this life to the next, they will go to be with Him in the place that He is preparing for them. I want them to understand that we aren't here to say "goodbye" to Great-Grandpa...just "we'll see you soon."
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