I did a funeral service this morning for a 94 year old woman. Her closest surviving relatives were two grandsons -- both in their 30s. They wanted something simple that reflected who their wonderful grandmother was. So I thoughtfully picked several Scriptures, laid out the service, and prepared the message.
When I arrived at the funeral home (after a harrowing journey on I-24 due to the snow and ice), I went over things with the grandsons. It was very encouraging because when I told the older grandson the Scriptures I had selected, he nodded thoughtfully because he knew them.
We had a wonderful time celebrating her life and witnessing to her resurrection in Christ. Tears were shed, but the joy of the Lord was present. It was everything a memorial service should be.
Afterward the oldest grandson came up to me again, shook my hand, gave me a hug, looked me in the eye, and said with a smile, "I know I'll see you again at some point."
That was one of the most faith-encouraging things a total stranger has ever said to me before. What an awesome thought -- that I will get the chance to see some of the most amazing Christian folks that I've only met for a moment, or never even spoken to, again someday!
Praise God for this wonderful gift.
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