It’s happened again. Another dear soul has left this earth leaving us with shoulders drooping in disbelief. Our heads understand with fuzzy remembrance Isaiah 57:1-2, which tells why God sometimes takes away someone at such a young age. But nonetheless, the pieces of our broken hearts ache, while with stoic resolve we limp into the future. It’s not that we don’t trust God. We do. It’s just that it hurts so much to take that next breath, that next step. With each soul that crosses the Jordan, we feel that much more, alone.
My Grandma Walls was ninety-three years old when she passed away. Even with her love of life, I remember her saying with a longing sadness, that she was the only one left. Her sister, mom, and dad, all were gone.
We know one day we again will see our loved ones who are in the Lord, but until that time the missing is almost unbearable. It’s as if we have lost a part of who we are. Numb one second, we are shocked by tears when we bump into an unexpected memory the next.
I didn’t know this young man well. But I was blessed with his loving smile, the care he had for my son and family, and the messages from God he gave on any Sunday morning. And I, along with a hundred others, mourn our loss of him. For he was a glimpse of Heaven.
Heavenly Father, thank You for the lives that touch our hearts when we least expect it. Thank You for those who are a sweet fragrance of You. Thank You for the hope that is ahead when we will be with You and our loved ones again. We look forward to the day when You will wipe away even the memory of tears from our eyes. Thank You so much for Jesus.
Kimberly
Absolutely breath-taking, Kimmy! This so beautifully expresses the feeling of loss for so many of us. Thank you for taking time to “write your heart.”
Anne,
This definitely is my heart. Sometimes I think we Christians might feel we are not being faithful if we grieve. But Jesus whole heartedly encourages it. From one of the walking wounded to another
Much love ,
Kimmie
The loss of anyone close to us is a difficult experience. Even with good relationships, the questions always come. Why didn’t I call.? We were getting together next week, etc. However, although difficult, the death of many around us is at some time expected. This is much different with the death of a young person. It does not seem to be the natural course of nature. Be extra kind and loving to those close to this young man. This is when individuals tend to question their faith in God, even the very existence of God. Grief and anger are powerful. Hold these families close. Don’t forget about them a year from now. The family of faith might make the difference in how those close to this young man view “religion and faith” for a very long time. My heartfelt sorry and prayers for those close to this young man.
Beautiful Sis. This expression of grief puts into words that I could not have expressed in eons. I do miss my brother, mother and father everyday and this expresses it so well as to why. Love you and your family.
Billy
Billy, I miss them too. Love you brother