Death can really change people. This can be for worse or better. I have an old high school friend, Raymond, who passed away today. I'm still in the shocked phase and not believing it yet. I probably won't until the funeral, if I get to go. I haven't seen him in...well it's been a couple years, but I'll never forget him.
Raymond could always put a smile on your face. He was part of the "group" I hung out with during those four years of my life. He truly had a great smile that you couldn't help but smile too. It was a sudden medical emergency that took his life so it's not something anyone could plan for. How young! He graduated with my older brother and most of my friends. :)
I haven't seen many high school friends since parting ways for college and it will be so nice to see them again. Please pray with me that God works in their lives and mine. That instead of getting mad and turning their backs on God they look to Him for strength and comfort. This could be a great opportunity for God to show His compassion and love through Christians. Pray that people will be saved, because we know God has the power. Many of my friends know what I believe but haven't chosen that path for themselves. I long for God to use this to save them.
I have a deep desire for God to show me who He is in more spectacular ways than I have known. I yearn for others to experience Him as well. To know what I feel. To know you're NEVER alone, no matter how much it feels like it. That there is someone who will listen to you cry and comfort you. Lord, be with me, be with us through this season in our lives.
I will pray for you and with with your for your friends and his family. I love you Liz!
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