Reflections from a Sunset Homily

The statement that most people are afraid of the " death" word caught my ears this evening. I don't know about you folks, but to Marie, death could actually be quite lovely,- blissful and peaceful. As a Christian, death, just means -going home to the Lord God. The return to the House of my Father in Heaven. I know, I would not be afraid when the time comes, because I believe, the Lord God, will surely be there to hold my hand and lead me home. I will not be alone even in that last few footsteps home...To those who are afraid of death, do not be, it is just the end of a mission and the time to return home..

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It had been a wonderful adventure so far, everyday is a lesson and Marie is still learning .. As one heads towards the sunset zones, one wonders whether the responsibilities that had been entrusted to oneself had been carried out well; whether one had instill goodness and instructed our children well , that fruitful seeds had been planted and nurtured -A strong foundation-that in their own journey, these off springs of ours will know how to climb mountains and conquer challenges? That they have acquired survival skills of the right kind??

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For Marie, the gift of Faith is of paramount importance.. Connecting one's children to God is a gift so precious, that it surpasses any treasures, one could ever give to them, because that gift will guide and light up their journey through life and see them reach home safely and in good hands. If one has God in their hearts, one will always strive to look towards the light as one journeys. True, as humans, there are times, many times, all the time....when we are tempted to place the pleasures of life first in our lives and enjoy them without a care for the world, and ...nights can be so exciting, we forget there is a tomorrow... right?? But believe me, people - the love of God always calls us back to reality and to the correct paths, in life. ...before darkness overwhelms....Herein the essence and value of spiritual faith , the gift that we must give our children, so that when that day comes and we look back at the horizon, we had just passed on, we will be able to see beautiful fruits and happiness in the lives of our children and know that , yes, we have indeed carried out the tasks that was entrusted to us - well.

Love you people and God Bless!!!