Hallelujah!

Six weeks ago yesterday, Carol was in her last hours on this earth, and later in the evening she passed through that curtain, entering eternity with no more infusions or dealing with cancer. Suddenly old things all passed away and everything was new and beautiful for her. I often think about something she wrote in her last weeks; “Thinking back on my life, I am filled with love and gratitude for you. Thank you for allowing me to share in your lives – I have treasured our time together. Cling to Jesus. I’ll see you on the other side of the curtain.” I too have been blessed by all of you and look forward to joining Carol and loved ones on the other side. Each day the grief of her loss is very real, but at the same time the reality of the Lord's presence is more real and healing. Oh there are those "down" times, but as I am open to Him, He faithfully comes along side and provides the encouragement or guidance needed for the moment.

Recently as I was reading Psalm 111 in The Message it really spoke to my heart:

“Hallelujah!
I give thanks to GOD with everything I’ve got –
Wherever good people gather, and in the congregation.
GOD’s works are so great, worth
A lifetime of study – endless enjoyment!
Splendor and beauty mark his craft;
His generosity never gives out.
His miracles are his memorial –
This GOD of Grace, this GOD of Love.
He gave food to those who fear him,
He remembered to keep his ancient promise.
He proved to his people that he could do what he said:
Hand them the nations on a platter—a gift!
He manufactures truth and justice;
All his products are guaranteed to last—
Never out-of-date, never obsolete, rust-proof.
All that he makes and does is honest and true:
He paid a ransom for his people,
He ordered his Covenant kept forever.
He’s so personal and holy, worthy of our respect.
The good life begins in the fear of GOD—
Do that and you’ll know the blessing of GOD.
His Hallelujah last forever!”

As I read that, I was thrilled to think that Carol is enjoying His presence now…That is something to look forward to. Hallelujah!

Love to you all,

Chuck