Posts Tagged ‘death’
Goodbye
How do you say goodbye? There are literally 100’s of different ways. Formal or informal, friendly or casual, warm and caring, hopeful and forward-looking, or classic or neutral…at least that’s what “Siri” says. However, whether it’s farewell or see you later, they all signify an end to something — a conversation, an event, an activity,…
Read MoreAt the bedside
I’ve had the privilege of sitting at the bedside of many people, moments before they enter eternity. It’s an honor to be a part of the family circle during such a difficult and confusing time. Here’s my observation: every family and situation is unique because we all process the loss of a loved one differently.…
Read MoreThe inevitable
One day, I’ll be gone. So will you. Sorry to burst your bubble, but it’s true. We will leave this present world, and we will die. I’ve always thought it weird to completely ignore something inevitable. Now, so more bad news. Unless you’re Abraham Lincoln or Neil Armstrong, people will probably all but forget you…
Read MoreHealth
There comes a time in your life when you are not healthy. That statement is not too profound, but it’s certainly true. It might be something minor or something big. Either way, eventually, things break down. Paul speaks to this in 2 Corinthians 4:16-17, saying, “Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are…
Read MoreMy dog died today
My dog died today. There’s not a person in my world who can’t relate with me on some level. Why so much pain? My little dog wasn’t human, so what’s the deal? Why am I feeling such loss? The simple answer is grief. The Bible speaks often and significantly to the grief we all experience.…
Read MoreA friend of mine died today
A friend of mine died today. He was working on his roof and fell. It looked bad from the beginning, but he got better and better. But in the middle of his first day of rehabilitation, his heart stopped. His family was devastated. So was I. What do you say to his wife, the love…
Read MoreThe most important things in life
Every once in and while we enter a difficult season. Perhaps money is tight or health is declining. In my case, I’ve had several friends die within the last few weeks. That situation certainly gets you in touch with your own mortality. But for me, it has done more. It has forced me to renew…
Read MoreKicking the bucket
Nobody talks about it, but it’s firmly planted in the back of everyone’s mind. In fact, if you want to kill the conversation at a dinner party, just bring up the subject. It’s uncomfortable. It’s awkward. However, I’ve often thought that strange. For something that is absolutely, 100 percent inevitable to every human being, every…
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