I am writing this on a day of sadness for our nation, “9/11”—the day America was attacked and high-rise buildings collapsed. We mourn the loss of lives, but also the depth of on-going trauma that so many people still feel. But, my sadness today comes from hearing that a dear friend and missionary colleague has been diagnosed with Alzheimers. It hit me so hard to realize that another of our circle of friends are marking their days towards death and eternity. Of course, as children of God, we rejoice when one enters into eternity with his loving God and Savior. But. while on earth, we grieve. It is very interesting to me that my friend’s wife, has found a creative outlet of painting, as she walks with her husband through his “valley of the shadow of death.” The need for beauty and for using creative gifts speaks of life and the reason to enjoy life here while it is ours.
I don’t have any answers or wise sayings at this time. But, I am thrown back into the loving arms of God, who knows us and continues to love us. In Him will I find peace and comfort. His never-ending love reaches out to me in abundant ways. I will trust in Him. Thanks be to God.
