While we thank God for our lives, let us also remember our loved ones who left the world before us. I do not mean to upset anyone, but we cannot go through life without reflecting about its end. Even if we are unsure of everything that happens on earth, one sure thing is death. Every man will die, at the appointed time.
This post is not about the causes of death, but it is dedicated to loved ones who have passed on. As a Christian, my hope is in eternity in heaven. No one knows how it is there, but 1 Corinthians 2:9 says, "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him". I love God so much and will very much be a partaker in what he has prepared. Can I hear an Amen please.
Bottom line however is that life and death are mysteries, so there is a need to do good at all times since death is no respecter of person, age, race, gender or occupation. Or does anyone have an explanation for the death of newborns, or young children, teenagers, adults and the aged alike? The best healthcare can help us live longer, but there's no antidote for death. Let us endeavour to live life the best way we can, as no one wants to go through pains in the next life, after all the hustle and bustles of this present life.
In a very special way I remember Sue, you were a sister. It's a pity we didn't spend enough time together. Your mum misses you, I pray she gets over your loss. You were all she had and she gave you the best a single mum could offer an only child. And while she was getting ready to relax for all the years of labour, Mr. Death hit. Your fiance is yet to get over your death. I believe you are in a better place. The same goes to Henry, a fine gentleman I know. You had an accident on my birthday and passed on 3 days later. You lived your life doing good, but that even did not discourage death. It's over 2 years but your Facebook wall is still buzzing with messages from people who loved (and still love) you. We are still hurting and will never forget you. I also know you are in a better place.
Sleep on dear ones, till we meet to part no more.
One Love,
Lae'.
Hmmm. So weepy right away. Death is the only call that does not respect or regard anyone no matter the background or financial status. It sometimes knocks @ the door and some other time it does not. All we need do is to get ourselves ready should it call, our soul will be happy.
ReplyDeleteRest in peace lovely dad, you left d world when I needed a fatherly love. That name(Ify) as you used 2 call still rings in the hearts & minds of mine and siblings. RIP to all departed souls, I pray we meet in d bossom of the Lord to part no more and to be happy with him forever. AMEN.
What a nice and thought provoking piece U've got here.
ReplyDeleteI believe that everyone who has lost a dear one has this different perspective about life. Personally, ever since I lost my sis...I've got a lacklustre approach to the monthly fetish of "thanking God for seeing a new month". It doesn't just appeal to me because at such moments, I remember how fleeting life is and the privilege of being alive ought to make us delve deeper into meditation.
The first thing that came to my mind as I read this post was this song by Tiwa Savage titled Olorun mi because anytime I hear that song, I remember the yawning emptiness I felt when my uncle died. He didn't even say goodbye. And also when I lost my aunt. Then my grandparents. Another aunt and then Adaobi, my classmate. There's this finality about death that makes the pain of the loss unbearable. But we, like Tiwa Savage, pray to be strong enough to carry on. Olorun mi, gba adura mi. My God, hear my prayer.
ReplyDeleteThe funny thing about death is that you might think you have seen it all, cried your last and it hits again. We all should strive towards doing good while we are still alive and active. That is how we will be remembered. Years after Henry's death, his good deeds still live on. His funeral was a testament of how well he had lived his life. People from all walks of life poured in to pay tribute to such a young man. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
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