Thursday, October 30, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss, and extend my sincere condolences to your family. Although I did not know Miss Agnes personally, it is clear that she touched many lives in her 97 years. What a blessing to have had such length of life! She no doubt was very much loved and will be sorely missed. It is painful losing such dear ones to death for we want to live and enjoy life with those we love. And if we only had the power to do so, we would bring our loved ones back to us. How comforting then to know that the scriptures bring us true hope and comfort for they reassure us that we can see our dead loved ones again. The Bible teaches that most people who have died will be resurrected. Jesus Christ himself promised that "those in the memorial tombs will...come out." (John 5:28, 29) In harmony with God's original purpose, those resurrected humans will have the opportunity to live on a paradise earth. (Luke 23:43) This promised future includes perfect health and everlasting life for obedient humans. The Bible reassures us that "the righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will reside forever upon it." (Psalm 37:29) Other scriptures bearing witness to this wonderful hope are Job 14:14, 15; Luke 7:11-17; and Acts 24:15. Please take comfort in this hope and the future joy it holds out to your family. May you continue to receive an abundance of love and emotional support during this difficult time.
Most sincerely,
Charvian
