Life

Death is unrelenting, inevitable, and final. It carries pain and despair with it and visits us all sometime, somewhere in our lives. For those who are grieving, joy and sorrow become a constant companion. Joy from our memories and sorrow for our loss.


So how then are we to live abundantly? Gardenfire has created a beautiful testament to the loving grace of God, our Heavenly Father reminding us that we never loose our lives nor loose the lives of those bought by Jesus' blood. While we may be separated for a time, we will be reunited with God forever.


When Jesus arose from the dead, He had in His possession the keys of death...He triumphed over the last stronghold of God's enemy...fear of death. No longer do we have to feel the despair of so great a loss for we will be with our loved ones again.


Having lost someone very dear to me recently, I rejoice that I will see her again. But in my humanness, I am missing her greatly. I struggle with the loss of my Mother...often reach for the phone to share some thought with her...miss her voice, her wisdom, her teasing , and her all consuming love. I even dared to ask God why He needed her...I needed her! Instead of chastising me, I sensed God's love and understanding as He patiently waited for me to trust Him and understand.


The darkness that enveloped me after my Mother's death is not as dark now. There are tears of joy and laughter now more than before. But I still miss her.


Gardenfire reminds me that we have "passed from death into life" when we accept Jesus. My Mother has also passed from death into life...a new life with her Savior! I cannot say that I am glad...but I can say that I am grateful and my spirit rejoices in the knowledge that one day I will be reunited with those I hold dearest. Thanks be to God. For all of you who share this journey...rejoice in that God has made a way.