Today, as I mourn and reflect upon the loss of a family friend, I am reminded of the uncertainty and brevity of life. I feel convicted that I do not always live my life in a way that celebrates every moment. Too often I forget that my life, and the lives of those I love, are not guaranteed to last a certain amount of days. In one sudden moment, life as we know it can be taken away. Thankfully, for those who trust in Christ, the end of this life is just the beginning of everlasting life with our heavenly Father. God promises this life will be filled with hardships, but that eternal life with him will be a perfect paradise where tears and sadness will not abide.
Life truly is too short to hold grudges, complain about circumstances, argue about frivolous things, and withhold love. So I encourage you today to forgive someone, be thankful in EVERYTHING, be a peacemaker, and tell someone that you love them.
…What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. James 4:14 [ESV]
In loving memory of Nick Deane, a great man of God.
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