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BLESSINGS FROM THE HEART

Pastor Cecil A. Thompson

April 27, 2015

“REMEMBER!”

Matthew 5:14-16

“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”      

                                                              

“Though now at his Savior's side, he is sorely missed for his rock-solid faith and thankfulness for God's grace, his big heart, his quick smile, and for always being there with a word of encouragement.” These words were just a part of an obituary for a man I had never met and who lived and died hundreds of miles away from me.

What wonderful memories he has left behind for friends and family who knew him and will always remember him. The life that he lived became the very precious memories that would linger in their hearts.

Have you ever written an obituary? Perhaps it’s a father, mother, or a sibling? It is a daunting task and no doubt you will end up with tears as you reflect on those times in the past that will always beremembered.

An even more daunting task is to type your own obituary. In what way do you want to beremembered? Has your light burned so bright that it provided light to those who walk in darkness? Do you live so consistently for the Lord that people will remember you as one who walked close to God? Now is the time to take stock of the things that really matter in life and will count for eternity.REMEMBER!

May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions! 

- - - Pastor Cecil