Loss
I mentioned the other day that one of my friends at work was losing a family member to Sepsis. Unfortunately, the battle was not won. It was hard. I know it was harder for them. I was there when they found out that their loved one has passed on. This person could not speak. They were devastated. I was the only person in the building they felt comfortable crying in front of. We talk, I took care of their times, and sent them home.
The next day, I saw this person at a company gathering. It surprised me. I made sure that I checked on them. This person introduced me to all of their family and friends they had invited to the gathering. I was introduced as the person who always supports them. It was a good feeling.
Today, this person came to work. They needed to make arrangements for some time off and to my surprise, they were giving an tour of the office to one of their relatives who was coming for the funeral. I asked again, if they were OK. This person told me they were making it. It also meant a lot to them that someone cared.
Isn't that the most wonderful thing the Lord has blessed us with, the ability to care. To mourn with those that mourn, to rejoice with those that rejoice, to caring and enjoy one anther's burdens. I want you all to remember that you are never alone. No matter what the challenge, you are not alone.
I would also like to challenge you to find the opportunity to care. In doing so, you will find the true love of Christ and what it means. Be a shoulder, be an ear, be a brother or sister.
The next day, I saw this person at a company gathering. It surprised me. I made sure that I checked on them. This person introduced me to all of their family and friends they had invited to the gathering. I was introduced as the person who always supports them. It was a good feeling.
Today, this person came to work. They needed to make arrangements for some time off and to my surprise, they were giving an tour of the office to one of their relatives who was coming for the funeral. I asked again, if they were OK. This person told me they were making it. It also meant a lot to them that someone cared.
Isn't that the most wonderful thing the Lord has blessed us with, the ability to care. To mourn with those that mourn, to rejoice with those that rejoice, to caring and enjoy one anther's burdens. I want you all to remember that you are never alone. No matter what the challenge, you are not alone.
I would also like to challenge you to find the opportunity to care. In doing so, you will find the true love of Christ and what it means. Be a shoulder, be an ear, be a brother or sister.
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