It has been difficult these past few weeks for my wife and me. We have suffered a loss of her precious mother on January 28, 2015. This was bitter sweet experience since she has suffered from severe dementia since February 2013. Memorial service was held on February 3, 2015 which I was honored to moderate. Many wonderful memories of her 84 years of her life were shared. Our faith tells us that she is in a far better place now. The event of placing her body to rest had its many challenges. My wife conducted herself as a brave soul through all the process in spite of the observations or opinions of others. I am proud of the strength God has given her. Yes, she misses her mother, but knows that God has a way of filling the vacancy. With our parents all passed we have become the elders . . . and with that said:
I have had my anger riled over other various events. It seems as though not many value my opinion or show consideration for it. Relationships are frayed over matters of disrespect. My hope is that the younger generation will get the picture and do the right thing. You need to listen with your heart and not just your head. Just because you have a high-paying job or higher education does not mean you excel in the things of life that will matter in eternity. Be truthful with me and do not jump to conclusions as you expect of me. Listen to my opinion as you expect me to listen to yours. Above all, honor all your elders, even if in disagreement. Because there will come a day that you will face the hard cold facts of reaping what you sow.
I have been a soft spoken person most of my life and kept many things to myself. I have learned through my open ears much more than through the opening of my mouth. I will continue to hear what God has to say and follow Him as closely as I possibly can; and if I experience failure, I will repent, receive His forgiveness and keep going on the path to His righteousness. There are advices that I can give to the younger ones if they will but give ear and heart. It is my desire to save them from the griefs that I have born in my short life-span.
There is no desire on my behalf to make this a rebuke, but rather, a lesson to make life better. Yes, it does give me opportunity to vent my frustrations but to review and revise if necessary to avoid further unnecessary conflict.
You see, it doesn't matter to me what your opinion of me happens to be. It is God's judgment of my life that will count in all things in the end. And I ask God to continue to give me compassion for people that cross my path. For if we do not have compassion we most likely lack the right passion. I am reminded of the concise vision for our church is PASSION FOR GOD AND COMPASSION FOR PEOPLE. To pursue this vision we must have (a God's heart) AGAPE LOVE. I've got to "Love You With The Love Of The Lord."
I have had my anger riled over other various events. It seems as though not many value my opinion or show consideration for it. Relationships are frayed over matters of disrespect. My hope is that the younger generation will get the picture and do the right thing. You need to listen with your heart and not just your head. Just because you have a high-paying job or higher education does not mean you excel in the things of life that will matter in eternity. Be truthful with me and do not jump to conclusions as you expect of me. Listen to my opinion as you expect me to listen to yours. Above all, honor all your elders, even if in disagreement. Because there will come a day that you will face the hard cold facts of reaping what you sow.
I have been a soft spoken person most of my life and kept many things to myself. I have learned through my open ears much more than through the opening of my mouth. I will continue to hear what God has to say and follow Him as closely as I possibly can; and if I experience failure, I will repent, receive His forgiveness and keep going on the path to His righteousness. There are advices that I can give to the younger ones if they will but give ear and heart. It is my desire to save them from the griefs that I have born in my short life-span.
There is no desire on my behalf to make this a rebuke, but rather, a lesson to make life better. Yes, it does give me opportunity to vent my frustrations but to review and revise if necessary to avoid further unnecessary conflict.
You see, it doesn't matter to me what your opinion of me happens to be. It is God's judgment of my life that will count in all things in the end. And I ask God to continue to give me compassion for people that cross my path. For if we do not have compassion we most likely lack the right passion. I am reminded of the concise vision for our church is PASSION FOR GOD AND COMPASSION FOR PEOPLE. To pursue this vision we must have (a God's heart) AGAPE LOVE. I've got to "Love You With The Love Of The Lord."
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