Left Behind... (a heartfelt poem about losing a loved one)
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- When a loved one passes it can feel like you are all alone so be sure to spend time with family or friends when you can, they will help you through it.
Best wishes to you
Westley xx
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We've just lost our father earlier this year. Now everything has little meaning to me. Why? Because he wasn't just my father, but also my mentor and best friend. Everything I do now is just not the same, because he's not here for me to share it with him. I live each day as if I'm on autopilot, just going through the motions. Grief won't kill you immediately, but will sap from you the will to keep living. Now that I've sought help, life doesn't seem so bleak, and I'm actually learning to enjoy things again without feeling depressed or guilty. I can enjoy the things we used to do together, only now I'm enjoying these things for both of us since he's gone, but I know he's still here with me. If your grief is overwhelming after your loss, get some help. You don't need to endure this alone. Because your loved one would want you to continue living with joy and happiness, not grief and despair. So reach out for help, and don't reject the help other friends and loved one offer you. That is what your loved one would want for you, and that is to live for both of you since they cannot.
I loss my grandma on June 13th of this year
Guys,
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Great advise thanks for sharing!
Sorry for the loss 😭
Hi dear Patrick, I was sending this message, for a friend. And I had curious, to read your story. My English is not perfect, but, my heart is.
So, I wanted to wishing for you, that continues fighting dear Patrick. Reminds as you said, the good things that you learned and shared with him.
And, as your mentor, no doubt that he wish that you continues fighting, as a true warrior. Please, stop talk about guilty, remove these bad thoughts, from your mind forever and ever...
Just the time, will give more acceptance, more strongly.
And, just to finish, reminds that he continues with you, in spirit, cheering for your best. Please, don't give up, react, soon, your depression, will be done. Your dear father's mission, finished here. But, yours, not. The life don't stop! So, please, ask help in many ways, but, never give up,ok!
Lots blessings, be stronger, and remember, that he wish you happy, removing the rocks from your way, and following ahead, always.
Accept my condolences, and hugs, doesn't matter, who you are. Take care!
Blessings! FATHER GOD, ITS WITH YOU, BELIEVE!
💜💜💜🌟🌟🌟🌟 🇧🇷🇦🇺
My mom passed away this year, and I constantly find myself searching the internet for people who describe this the way that I am feeling so that I know I am not alone... thank you for letting me find that in this video :)
Abigail Ketchem You are most welcome Abigail, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss; I know how difficult it can feel dealing with the loss of someone so close. Many of us out here have faced the same it is regrettable to have to admit. All I can say is to express yourself as you need to, be who you feel you need to.
@@WestleyNash
You really are such a wonderful person! It may sound silly, but after eighteen month's, I'm still grieving for my dog.
Thank you for helping me! ❤
Hope you are feeling much better now Abigail
you are not alone.
Know that you are NOT alone.... I lost my father 2 years ago and I still am struggling. ❤️
I went thru this when I lost my parents 😢 gone but never forgotten always in my heart 💜
I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences... Indeed, such kindred souls will remain in our world forever 💙
Losing your parents Never get easier been 25 years still hurts
snaggletooth bastard Indeed. Its been close to 2 years since my father passed. Sometimes it feels like it only happened yesterday, other days like a lifetime ago.... I suppose that It’s such a deep loss; a massive change to our life. When you consider that we knew them quite literally our entire life right up to the point that they passed; it’s something that reshapes everything.
Westley Nash pretty much everyone grieves differently for me it's a painful thing to think about especially the holidays
snaggletooth bastard Holidays certainly are. I just keep trying to remember that I did spend some great times with my dad before he died.
I lost my dad 8 years ago and it’s only getting harder. It never gets easier it just starts to feel numb
I lost my dad 7 years ago im only 10
This is the way I felt when I lost my baby girl several years ago. You can actually physically feel a broken heart. Over time it becomes a bitter sweet memory. You will begin to remember only the precious times you had while they were here. And be able to smile while doing so..... 🌹
I had lost my grandma last year, so i know how it is. But to lose a mother, now that is something i am still afraid of, sorry to anyone who has, and anyone who will, it will not be easy. My prayers to everyone.
So sorry to hear that. Those we love are only Roth is for a time, but as long as we make the most of that time we are granted a gift. Best wishes to you also 😊
I lost my grandmother years ago, she had raised me, to this day I still wake up early on Christmas, and my birthday and othrr holidays waiting for a phone call to come that never will, I truly am scared to lose my mother. My father spent my whole life in the army, I had never seen that man flinch, cry, or anything until the night the phone call came in and his mother had passed, it went from this soldier always picking me up, to me carrying this soldier as he broke. Time doesn't make things easier. You learn to move on, and live without, but a part of you is always gone.
Same feel you dude its so hard and doesnt stop hurting
@@ajaxmellone5028 sMe harts like ten bullets
Thank you. I lost my Mom last week. This poem says it all
I just recently, June 2022, lost my youngest son, age 39. I can't even begin to describe the pain of losing your child, even though he was an adult. We were close.
No reply needed God bless there's a few kind of our I'll left with heart and soul in us
Thank you for this poem. Describes what I'm going through. God bless those who mourn the loss of a loved one.
This poem touched my heart as it describes how I feel every day. My 25 year old son was murdered in his home this past June, by a supposed friend. You might as well had killed me too for he took a large piece of my heart, we were very close. I’ve lost both parents and although it was hard, it doesn’t compare to losing my best friend, my child.
That is truly saddening to hear about your son... To lose a loved one in any manner is hard, but especially due to such a brutal act... I honestly cannot imagine what it must feel like to lose a child, so my deepest wishes and prayers go out to you... Stay safe
May he rest in peace and his memory be a blessing to you. I send you my heartfelt condolences. My daughter died at 25 also. May you find peace as I hope to knowing someday I may see her once more when my time here ends.
I’m so sorry for your loss you are in my prayers and heart ♥️🏴
Pls don’t cry when u cry it unbearably sad be proud having him was most fortunate he loved u and u loved him u two had a good life he drove loneliness away from u every moment u two were with each other every millisecond u both never though u were unhappy with each other his soul is great it rises high like a fire if possible if your son could be able to desire to live and fight by your side he would just remember he was their with u living life being happy your son knows what true suffering is it’s like a tsunami it swallows u up and doesn’t give u a chance to survive I have one thing else to say life it self itself is a miracle u are precious you are important pls live the best live u can my beloved friends in this comment - Evan Her
I lost my daughter. I miss her so much.
Losing a parent is the worst pain ever. I'd go crazy. I cant even live on without them. They are important to me;( I love you mom and dad❤
❤️ I certainly feel your worlds.. Losing a parent is a very “altering” experience. Our entire perception of life and even ourselves is changed forever by it. For we have known them quite literally our entire lives up until that moment they passed away. So we then have to learn how to feel safe and stable again in a world we have never once known without them in it...
Though I do believe that any loving parent, no matter where they are only ever wants their children to survive and prosper. I also believe that we take them with us, spiritually in our hearts through the feelings of love we still hold for them, mentally in our minds through the memories of past happiness and in the lessons they taught us, but also physically in our bodies through genes and hereditary traits that continue to shape us through our ongoing adulthood.
My mum told me after my Dad passed that it’s okay to cry for his loss, that he’s worth every single tear. So it’s okay to feel sad, to feel lost. It’s okay to be afraid of what life looks like without them in it. It’s okay to doubt and the question our ability to survive beyond them, just so long as among all of that pain we remember to cherish the good times, the best times. That we keep in our hearts the love we have for our parents and honour the love we know they had for us. We know they want only the best for us and so in that regard they are never really gone. Simply taking a backseat to let us lead the way ❤️ My very best wishes to you and all of those you love 🎩
You are very very lucky my mom died 2 months ago and hurts so much thinking about everything I can’t do with her. I’m not even old enough to drive yet! I miss her so much I always thought she would be the one who always stayed with me
@@cthorn7875 life can be cruel like that! I'm sorry for your loss. But she still lives in your heart. And being a mom, this is one of my fears! But she would want the best for you and she'd probably want you to know how much she loves you and for you to be okay. Hang in there.
@@cthorn7875 my granddaughter savannah lost her mum at 11 my beautiful daughter was her mum I do everything I can for her we are blessed we have each other xx
Depression kicked in since I lost my wife 5 years ago due to cancer. Now I'm still battling this condition and everytime I listen to your thoughts I get teary-eyes. Your lines have become my source of inspiration and strenght to move forward. Keep on writing please...take care
Lost my wife 3 yrs ago to cancer
God bless you ..
I Lost a friend due to cancer
Their are thousands and thousands who lost wife's and husband's to cancer and who feel like you do.
Hang in there take care if yourself.
Try to enjoy everything in life our wife's and husband's were spared of the loneliness that we feel ..if we would have passed before them....
The pain inside from missing someone is undesirable.
Good luck my friend.
Have Faith my friend 🙏 ❤
“just carrying on as normal feels like i’m saying that i don’t care” hit different
Hope your day gets better, and take care, have a safe day, by for now.
"When a loved one passes it can feel like you are all alone so be sure to spend time with family or friends when you can, they will help you through it." Unfortunately this is not always the case. My brother just wants me to move on. My father can't handle my grief and hasn't talked to me since my wife passed. My mother died after a long illness years ago. Friends...well, they just want to have fun. If you know someone who has lost it all, try not to let them do it alone. God bless.
Admittedly this is indeed true. I suppose all we can do is reach out to see who is there for us and not to focus too much on those who aren’t.
I am with you in the same boat. Praying for those left like us to grieve alone
your wife was beautiful. just know that she is watching over you and loves you. you're not alone in this!
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we r never alone,pray to the Lord Jesus Christ,only He can be our Comforter and Friend, may the Lord bless you as you r journey,we will see our loved ones in heaven
💔🌹 I know what it feels like the feeling of being left behind my family has all passed away I'm the only one left I can't help but feel like I've done something wrong that they were taken from me I lost my brother back in 2019 and I wonder why everyone is gone and I was left behind people tell me my circle is not complete I am here for a reason and here on this day in EarthBound angel they say until the day comes when my time is no longer needed and then I will become as they tell me a Heavens angel to everyone who has lost someone we all deal with pain in her own way but we must go on for as my sister told me before she passed do not follow me to the Grave I will be in heaven waiting for you and I will be greeting everyone who comes there making new friends and watching over you heaven will wait and so will I and the family until your time comes then I will come for you until then I will be here waiting but as I said for everyone who has lost someone dear to their heart may your heart mend and please keep all of your memories of them and always keep them in your heart that way they are never really gone the love we hold for them will always keep them with us please be safe everyone please take care of yourselves
Best wishes Margaret
@Daniel White I'm doing well thank you 😊 for asking I hope you are doing well I hope your day is going well
@@WestleyNash thank you for your response to my comment I hope it will help others to know that there not alone
@Daniel White I'm from here newjersey I hear Denmark is beautiful
@Daniel White it's cloudy today but they said it's supposed to be sunny tomorrow how's the weather in Denmark I hope it's beautiful nice and sunny and warm
Why not today, embrace those you love dearly. No texting or phone calls. Embrace them and say clearly into their eyes, "I love you."
Agreed
For sure!! I'd give ANYTHING to have more time!! I've lost 2 important people in my life within 7 months and my heart hurts.
Agree. When someone you love hasn't gone through loss like you have, its harder for them to understand it and to treat you as such
This poem has given my WHOLE body an emotion of fear and regret...well done.
Thank you; it was literally written & recorded about a week after my father passed away.
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Guys,
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Accidentally, your beautiful poem appeared in front of me It had the purpose of making me read it and really appreciate it Thank you for sharing Your words are full of poetry, mixed with pain, and love Love, that's part of you, that lives in you,in your soul, in your heart It's so deep that you can't hardly stop shedding tears. Thank you,again dear poet
Isabel Cordero Thank you very much, I’m happy that you liked it. Grief is certainly an ongoing journey.
Perfectly said. I have to agree with you. It certainly is straight to the point. Xxx
Well this hit me right in the heart. I lost my mom in July 2020. I don't think a poem has ever made me feel this way before. It's like having my thoughts spoken out loud. It's comforting, in a sad way, to know others feel the same..
I am so sorry for you loss, to lose a parent is extremely life altering. I wrote this a few days after losing a close loved one, I suppose trying to make sense of my feelings. When my dad passed in 2016 I decided to record this poem in his honour.... Again I am so very sorry to hear about your Mom, I’m sending my very best wishes to you and those you hold dear
I am sharing my best friend's testimony with the world with the prayer that many will come to find comfort and true peace during their grief. God bless.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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I can’t thank enough for this poem. I lost my dad last week and I can’t find right words and emotions to describe how much it haunts me everyday thinking about tomorrow. Happy to find this today, I hope it helps others too just like it is helping me now
I am so very sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing, I offer my most sincere condolences to you... I am also very honoured that my poem has been able to help you make a connection with your feelings. I remember how it felt so hard trying to externalise that terrible sensation of loss... I also found that once that connection has been made, we can begin our journey on trying to make sense of things... My very best wishes to you
Lost my incredible husband of 31 years on July 17, 2009. This poem hits every part of me. Grief is a hard road to be on. It’s been going on 14 years but I’m still left behind. He was my best friend. How I miss him. Thank you for sharing this. It’s a gentle reminder of my loss.
Im sorry about your loss, my condolences goes out to you, hopefully you're better now ? It's nice talking to people with similar experience likewise, I lost my late wife to a horrible car wreck four years ago it was a terrible experience for me, but i kept strong for my teenage daughter hoping for the best future for her, it'd be nice to talk to you more maybe have a great conversation, if you don't mind send me your gmail address so l could reach out on you..
a guy that i was talking to for a couple of months passed away on thursday morning, and my brother passed away a year ago. this poem is literally how i feel and what I'm thinking. thank you for letting me know that im not alone in this.
You are very welcome Aneesha; I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my father a year ago & wrote this poem 2 days after he passed. Since then I've spoken to many who have sadly suffered the very same loss. It completely rips the foundation out your life, nothing is ever the same afterwards. But I also know that as time moves we can find strength to continue.
Thank you. And that is very true. I thought that i was never gonna get through the passing of my brother and i did. Its the hardest thing ever to do. Slowly we all make it through
Aneesha Aziz Little by little we can walk very far indeed 😊
yes i agree
Me too have similar situation now
Just beautifully said .
For all of us that have lost someone .
Thank you Joy, that’s most kind of you to say... Sending my very best wishes and most sincere condolences to you
Anyone who has lost a loved one can relate to this. Very well done with perfect background music , keep creating my man!
FILIPPO il poeta Thank you very much 😊🎩 Best wishes to you 😊
Lost my husband of 33 years on Christmas 2022. This sums up everything I have been feeling. So lost, confused, angry and trying to make any sense of it all. Deep breathe and keep moving, I guess.
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from..?
My Beloved Husband's body died over 2 years ago. You never get over your grief you can only look forward to seeing Your Loved ones in Paradise! The only thing that helps me is to express Our Heavenly Father's Love to others while I'm still here knowing We will be reunited as family again!😇😇💖💞💖
Awwww, so sorry about your loss Shirley, my deep and sincere condolences, how have you been?
I LOST MY HUSBAND IN A TRAGIC WORK ACCIDENT AND WAS LEFT WITH SIX CHILDREN. I LOST MY BEAUTIFUL BROTHER TO CANCER WATCHED HIM DISAPPEAR BEFORE MY EYES 😢😢😢 THE PAIN IS JUST UNBEARABLE AND I WILL NEVER EVER GET OVER IT. GOD BLESS BOTH THERE SOULS 🙏
☹️That’s so touching and I know how it feels to be lonely without our love ones, we've all loss our love ones in death one way or the other, either a spouse, child, family members, or a true friend that meant the world to us, such is life I truly understand how you feel cos I’ve felt same unbearable experiences before but death is just inevitable no matter how hard we try! And we'll all have to face it someday, and every of our love ones we’ve loss will always want to see us happy again wherever they’re. I loss my oldest daughter Annabel February 24th 2020 in a crucial car accident, and she just turned 22 on her last birthday before she got knocked down by a moving vehicle 🚗 and so unlucky for me that horrible day the driver was drunk. That was the worst and most lamenting day of my whole life as a single Dad raising two kid's, my 17 years old son Clark and my 4 legged 🐶 families are my everything and the reason I still keep strong, and keep going! My late wife passed away three years ago from a shocking disease, I felt devastated with grief, and I was so heartbroken 💔 but God and time are indeed the best healers. Hope you’ve found peace, comfort and happiness again?
I'd love to talk to you more if you don't mind! So it would be nice to get a reply from you when you got time okay. 🌹🌹
Oh, my heart aches for you Debby! That is so tragic! Please know that Jesus loves you more than you can possibly know. I am sharing my best friend's testimony with the world with the prayer that many will come to find comfort and true peace during their grief. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
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Hi, I'm 16 yrs old, and I just lost my dad on July 8th of 2023, and I'm struggling. I felt this a lot.
I just lost my brother through suicide about 2 and half months ago I never usually cry i try to keep everyone thats left together and this has me in tears .. its harsh but through I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy.. thank you for writing what I couldn't put into word's.
I am so sorry to hear about your brother, Lee... My most sincere and deepest condolences. To lose someone close is hard, but especially in that way. That’s why I originally uploaded this poem, to try and encourage people to talk about their loss. In hopes it can ease the weight of our grief some... I offer you my very best wishes
Condolence 🙏 to all who are spending their first Christmas without love one's ❤
Thankyou.
my dad died yesterday.😭
@@gryz5898 0 how sad my heart goes out to you the happy memories will always be with you
@@debbiejenkins3990 God bless you and your family xx 🕯️🙏📿 xx
@@gryz5898 God bless you and your family xx 🙏🙏🙏📿🙏📿🙏
I lost my husband and this hit me like an arrow through my heart. Some days it feel like yesterday and others an eternity. I hear his voice in my head everyday and trust me - it does not get easier 🙏🙏
I am so sorry to hear about your Husband, Ann. I offer my most sincere condolences... Time does seem to be all but meaningless after suffering such a deep loss. Days and years appear interchangeable in many ways... Over the years I’ve come to believe that people only tell us it’s gets easier because they try to give us hope in a moment of despair.. I know they mean well, but reality is that it doesn’t actually get easier, and so I would say to anyone, not to expect it to. Sending my very best wishes to you Ann, stay safe
Thank you so very much for your kind words and for your beautiful poem. I know people mean to offer comfort and I’m blessed to have many continue to lend comfort and support including a gift of love my husband left for me before he passed. Some days are full of despair while others I can still see a ray of hope with the help of grief counseling and his gift. His gift - an email with a song attached - “If the sun come up” by Trace Atkins. I don’t know if you’re familiar with it but it talks about how much he cared about me and to go on living and when the sun comes up to let it shine and never lose your smile. And that song like your poem gives me hope that just maybe they’ll be a tomorrow I can look forward to. Thank you and God bless you. 🙏❤️
@@annmercado4810 ☹️That’s so touching and I know how it feels to be lonely without our love ones, we've all loss our love ones in death one way or the other, either a spouse, child, family members, or a true friend that meant the world to us, such is life I truly understand how you feel cos I’ve felt same unbearable experiences before but death is just inevitable no matter how hard we try! And we'll all have to face it someday, and every of our love ones we’ve loss will always want to see us happy again wherever they’re. I loss my oldest daughter Annabel February 24th 2020 in a crucial car accident, and she just turned 22 on her last birthday before she got knocked down by a moving vehicle 🚗 and so unlucky for me that horrible day the driver was drunk. That was the worst and most lamenting day of my whole life as a single Dad raising two kid's, my 17 years old son Clark and my 4 legged 🐶 families are my everything and the reason I still keep strong, and keep going! My late wife passed away three years ago from a shocking disease, I felt devastated with grief, and I was so heartbroken 💔 but God and time are indeed the best healers. Hope you’ve found peace, comfort and happiness again?
I'd love to talk to you more if you don't mind! So it would be nice to get a reply from you when you got time okay. 🌹🌹
So sorry to hear your lost. I do hope you’re safe as well?
That was beautiful, lost my husband 8 years ago and I still feel like this thank you for sharing ,much love to you
I am so sorry for your loss Charlotte, my deepst condolences to you
Lost my daughter of 42 then a son of 32 a Yr half after my life has ended too god bless you xx
I’m so sorry for your loss…. I’m a 40 day old widow…. My husband passed of stroke @59yo….he was such a tall dark handsome guy we wer like Barbie &Ken dolls…..he lost all his muscle tone & was thin….he’s in heaven now a full functioning energy figure. I find myself jealous at times that he’s in better place than me but ppl say to me…..u r healthy & hapi functional…. He was not ….that’s why he was accepted to leave here. So enjoy your remainder make the nest up can b to make difference for others here suffering!🙏
@@brendadrumm9451 I’m soo deeply sorry for your loss…. Godbless u n keep u in his arms to protect u🙏😇❤️
@@lizforbes8022 like I all ways think their looking down on us by a country gate looking down I'm no crank have been to open circle meetings at times they don't know me from Adam and the things they have told me about my dead love ones is mind blowing
Lost my brother in march 2014 and my 8yrs son 8 2016. Very touchy good poem
Big Daddy I really am so sorry to hear that. You have my best wishes (for what they may be worth)
1/26/19 i love you dad 😭💛
Aaliyah2992- Topic ♥️
Aaliyah2992- Topic I know how u feel ♥️
God Bless your Father
🥺❤
@@SHDANK ty 💗
My niece Dominique passed away on may 7th after a short battle of lymphoblastic leukemia at the young age of 27 years old. It is heartbreaking, shocking and devastating. She lived her life to the fullest. May she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers to all that have lost a loved one. It's never easy, just never forget and keep their memories alive. God Bless ❣🙌🙏
My first born & only son died in a tragic accident March 25th 2020. The day the covid lockdown started actually. He was a few weeks from his 17th birthday. Someone once wrote "To make the decision to become a parent is enormous. It is to choose to forever have your heart walking around outside your body." He was my beating heart. I miss him more than I could ever express. I ever knew was possible to miss somebody so much. Music was the only thing that helped me through that darkest of times. Thank God for music...
I am so very sorry to hear about your Son’s passing, I cannot even imagine how your struggle must weigh upon you. I can only offer my most sincere and deepest condolences, wishing you the very best...
Music is indeed a very powerful tool, bringing feeling and memory flooding forward.
Lost my son 2020 the tears will never stop,
I can honestly say with my hand on my heart.I haven’t heard such a beautiful powerful moving poem thank you.❤️
Thank you very much, that is most kind of you to say... I appreciate that... Best wishes 😊🎩
My beautiful mother passed away a week before my birthday in April and I've cried every day since , I can't find solace nor comfort and my heart aches and yearns for her , I miss you so much mam I hope you read these heart felt words love forever and always Edward 💔
I lost my Mum year and half ago and it still feels so raw I cry all the time my heart is so broken. Nothing brings me joy at all. How do you carry on
I've been in moments like in the poem way too many times, whether it was family or friends I couldn't even count them all on my hands, and I'm only 17, this poem was very beautiful and honest
Thank you, that’s very kind... I am so sorry you have had to endure so much loss...
@@WestleyNash that’s life, it’s like a river it’s constantly changing and there are always rough parts but that just makes you enjoy the peaceful and calm parts
I am trying to share my best friend's story with the world in hopes that others will come to find true peace and comfort in their times of grief. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
facebook.com/GITM-Foundation-113997824650357/
Guys,
YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified/Pierced for our sins and “HERE IS THE PROOF”
From the Ancient Egyptian Semitic:
"Yad He Vav He" is what Moshe (Moses) wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3)
Ancient Egyptian Semitic Direct Translation
Yad - "Behold The Hand"
He - "Behold the Breath"
Vav - "Behold The NAIL"
Thank you beautiful poem we need this who ever has loved someone who's gone to the heavenly home and stays in our hearts 💕 love 😍 never dies amen 🦋💐🌻😇🙏⭐️💛🌈
Just lost my brother this is how i feel everyday. I wake up everyday hoping it was a nightmare.
I am so sorry about your brother Eliana... Sending you my very best wishes
It's absolutely beyond grief the lonesomeness and missing the physical body of our loved ones is a hard thing for some Im there to be continued God bless us all
I love this because my son passed away February 16, 2022. At this moment I am crying!!
So sorry for your lost Nancy. How are you doing I do hope you’re safe?
My baby sister passed away 3 months ago, this poem explains the very emotions and thoughts i’ve had every day since she’s been gone. I’m so lonesome for her. It’s so painful being the one that’s left behind.
Leaving you
Was not easy
It's still not
Though you were a stranger
But it felt like
I just cutting my own heart into two halfs
With my own hands
Who were you for me
I really don't know
But somewhere I felt
That I know you more than myself
There was something unexplainable
And still is
I lost my son and my partner this year...I truly feel left behind x
I'm very sorry about your loss, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from..?
This one hits a little too close to home. I know my big bro didn’t mean to, but he passed last year on Nov. 8th. We were always together. Played video games together, went on nature trips together, and even worked together for 5 years. I watched him pass. It’s not his fault at all, but I truly feel I’ve been left behind. I’ll stay strong for my big bro, and make him proud, just like he’d always want/expect of me. We’ll see each again someday mas.
Everyday should embrace and cherish your loved ones ❤ for no one is promised a tomorrow, I know so well I love this beautiful poem, I lost so many of my loved ones so close together its so hard , my husband, my parents, our youngest son, my best friend ❤ , I know they was reasons its just so hard to understand but im trying, sometimes I feel like why am I still here , but god is with me in my heart ❤ and will help me I have faith 💜🙏 so many more ive lost but when God 🤔 feels its time we all will meet again , thank you for this beautiful song, and give me the strength to go thru this blessings always to everyone remember dont blink amen !!🌹💜⭐🙏🙏🐕🦺
Bless you for pinning this for me and understanding me, amen 🌹🙏
Bless you for pinning this for me and understanding me, amen 🌹🙏
Sweety you ain't ever going to find the right comfort in other people... in what they say...nothing is strong enough to comfort you.....what you gotta do is hurt and am not going to say you wont hurt no more but you will learn to live
To trust that the life they have is better than what we got
It will hit again and again you will lose truck of how when it will but you dont forget and you never stop hurting it comes and goes and comes and goes again
And eventually you c everything from a different perspective now but only to love more of those you still have
@@elizabethnamugumya5371 thank you so much and may God bless us all , im doing my best , it comes and goes in so many ways, I dont want to forget for that was my life, I pray it gets easier for thats what they all would want , missing them is so hard , I just take things a day at a time ❤ God has my heart I never would have made it this far without him , may God bless you always and keep me as I will you in your prayers blessings God is our answer 🌹🦋♥️🙏
❤️🔥
“Sometimes you climb out of bed in the morning and you think
I'm not going to make it
but you laugh inside
remembering all the times you've felt that way”
❤️🔥
~ Charles Bukowski 😎
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Amen.
I know what you really really mean shamus xx
My wife passed away yesterday from cervical cancer. I'm a complete, complete wreck right now. Beautiful poem, it said everything I'm feeling. Thank you
Hi Danny, I am so very sorry to hear of your wife’s passing, and what with it being only a day ago, I find myself without words, only to offer you my deepest most sincere condolences for your loss. Be kind to yourself, let yourself feel however you feel you have absolutely every right to... I’m sending you my very best wishes
@@WestleyNash thank you so much.
Wow thank you for this. I finally felt some long held in tears. Both of my close friends and ex girlfriends stopped talking to me and my closest friend moved to Florida at the same time.my parents moved four hours away to northern Michigan. I've had so much struggle but the only way to overcome brief is to sail your ship right through it and feel it fully. God Bless you Mr. Poet!
Hi Nick, I am so sorry to hear about your situation. That must be very hard, having all that happening so close together. It’s good to let yourself feel those emotions, even if the process can feel quite overwhelming at the time. It’s the best way to get through... I agree, we do indeed move forward one step at a time... Thank you so much for the kind words. Wishing you the very best Nick 😊
No one can understand how it feels like to lose a sister that was so close to me , but only the ones who lost can empathize , they say time is a healer but time doesnt always heal
I am so sorry to hear of your sisters passing, Lalitha. My most sincere condolences... Yes, It seems we can find connection and understanding in complete strangers, than those we’ve know for a long time. Simply because we have shared the same brutal sensation of loss...
My best friend in the world passed away from Stage 4 lung cancer suddenly in March. We started school together & she just turned 70 in December. There is such a big hole in my heart.
Fill that hole in your heart with all the wonderful memories...be gentle with yourself.
I lost my sister 11 years ago when I was 11. This poem describes how it feels when you continue with memories that get left behind
I am so sorry to hear about your sister.. It’s hard to know what to say sometimes, but I will offer you my most sincere condolences and my best wishes
I am so sorry for your loss. Please read my best friend's story. I pray that it helps you find true comfort and peace. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
******************************
This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
facebook.com/GITM-Foundation-113997824650357/
I just lost my husband of almost 40years on February 13, 2022 I am lost with out him. Thank you for this poem! We were high school sweethearts his name is Tom I miss him so much my heart literally hurts. T-N-T forever 💔
Such a recent loss of someone so close... It’s difficult to know what to say and so I offer you my deepest most sincere condolences Christina.... I am just so sorry you have to go through all this, sending my very best wishes
☹️That’s so touching and I know how it feels to be lonely without our love ones, we've all loss our love ones in death one way or the other, either a spouse, child, family members, or a true friend that meant the world to us, such is life I truly understand how you feel cos I’ve felt same unbearable experiences before but death is just inevitable no matter how hard we try! And we'll all have to face it someday, and every of our love ones we’ve loss will always want to see us happy again wherever they’re. I loss my oldest daughter Annabel February 24th 2020 in a crucial car accident, and she just turned 22 on her last birthday before she got knocked down by a moving vehicle 🚗 and so unlucky for me that horrible day the driver was drunk. That was the worst and most lamenting day of my whole life as a single Dad raising two kid's, my 17 years old son Clark and my 4 legged 🐶 families are my everything and the reason I still keep strong, and keep going! My late wife passed away three years ago from a shocking disease, I felt devastated with grief, and I was so heartbroken 💔 but God and time are indeed the best healers. Hope you’ve found peace, comfort and happiness again?
I'd love to talk to you more if you don't mind! So it would be nice to get a reply from you when you got time okay. 🌹🌹
Hello Christiana I am so sorry to hear the lost of your hubby please do accept my condolences. I do hope you’re safe with the children?
Thank you, you put into words exactly how I feel, I am the one who left behind.
My Mother died a week ago.....
Thank you for speaking just how I feel.
I am so sorry to hear about your mother Lorrie... I offer you my most deepest condolences... Writing has always been my medium for expressing myself and no more so than when my father passed away. This was the first poem I wrote and uploaded after his passing. Sending you my very best wishes, stay safe
Having lost my father 11 years back and my mother around 2 years back , I ... I still miss them, though healed a bit.The poet has expressed it exactly what it is and your voice touched my heart and eyes! I can't enough thank you for such a great job!
I love you Tom, rest in peace. What we had was special, and I'm glad you showed me what love was, though your death destroys me still to this day
I am so sorry for your loss. My very best wishes to you and those that you love
@@WestleyNash thank you❤
One of my older brothers died in May. He was 71. I still can't believe that he's gone and I won't see him again. Within three weeks of going to hospital he was gone. Don't take your loved ones for granted because you never know when they will be gone.
True @Gary Owens, Learnt this the hardway.
My only sis died.
How I wish I can get another sister or brother, Just someone to talk to.
I really feel so lonely
@@resianemaculate. I'm fortunate that I have another brother, but it still doesn't make it any easier. Once we were 3, now 2.
@@resianemaculate. I am trying to share my best friend's story with the world in hopes that others will come to find true peace and comfort in their times of grief. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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My grandma as least that’s what I called her cause she was like a mom to my mother because my moms mother had left when she was 10 . And my great grandma passed away from Alzheimer’s
Dragonfly leah Sending my best wishes to you and to those you love, I am so sorry for your loss.
Thank you Westly Nash, I lost my soulmate 12 years ago and I still can't move on it hurts, to breathe, it hurts to sleep and even carry on as usual but I just the plus side is I still have his brothers to talk to... His mum finds it hard to talk to me but I guess it's her way of grieving 😢
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Kirsten. My deepest, most sincere condolences to you…
Grief is indeed a fine balancing act. Trying to bear the pain of their loss, while also trying to acknowledge and embrace the many treasures they left behind for us; we can only try our best
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from..?
Rip to my uncle man.. this is beautiful !🙌😿
I am sorry to hear of your Uncles passing 😔 It can be very difficult in the aftermath of losing a loved one.... I thank you very much for your kind words 😊
This poem mean to me so deeply because I lost my grandmother 17 years ago and until now I still remember her..
Omg this is exactly how I felt when my fiancé died 2 weeks before our wedding I still miss him A kind wonderful person listened to me and talked to me about the grief It never ends you just learn to go on💞
Hi Jaclyn, I am so sorry to hear about your Fiancé, I offer you my most sincere condolences. I agree, grief is something we kind of grow accustomed to being in our awareness. Some days it gets a little heavier to carry than others...
I am trying to share my best friend's story with the world in hopes that others will come to find true peace and comfort in their times of grief. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
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This could not be more accurate to how I feel around this time of year... I lost two loved ones 4 years ago, and I always wish they were still here... the most crucial details of the final weekend of 2018 are the absolute worst that's happened; the most saddening thing ever seen... and now I forever roam the earth, a lost life I now lead... I shall always remember you both, dearest Mom and Stampede!
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I offer you my most sincere condolences... It’s indeed like reality itself changes, but only we feel it. Sending you my absolute best wishes, should they be of value to you
I’m going through a hard time with a relationship, with the girl of my dreams..the love of my life. And she doesn’t want be together and this poem has truly motivated me to fight for her and show her that she’s making a mistake leaving. Amazing poem
Matt Kerr So sorry to hear about your troubles. Such a scenario is never an easy thing to deal with. It’s important to fight for the things we love, but also to be ready to adapt ourselves to change, even that which isn’t always preferred. I hope things work out for you 👍
I know exactly how you feel. I just wasn't good enough and I tired and tire and tried. It's beyond heart breaking, its just not fair.
TY, I just lost my boy. I miss him beyond words and hate being left behind. Nothing will ever be ok without him😭😭
Anonymous I am so very sorry for your loss.... The early days are some of the hardest. I found that it’s better to let ourselves feel, and not to fight the tears. My mom said that my Father was worth every tear shed... Best wishes to you, try to be compassionate to yourself, for you are worth it too
@@WestleyNash TY for the kind words. I'll try. It's just devastatingly hard when no one else here understands.
07-07-19
I love you Grandma,
I understand why you're gone, but now I feel so alone
This distance is killing me, guess I'll just have to let you be
Cancer was not you, still all along it was there so long with you too
Now there, in Heaven, you are living painless, yet you left me to be a mess
Guess it was our egoism, keeping you here for so long in this world like a prison
I just hope you look down to me, and you are proud of who I some day am going to be
You will always and forever be loved, listen to the dark days when we whisper your name so soft
Cancer took my whole existence 7 yrs ago .. she was my life as well as my wife for 25 yrs. Can't seem to move on alone, still wake up every morning and reach to touch her face like I did for so many yrs.. PLEASE DONT GO A DAY WITHOUT TELLING YOUR " LIFE " YOU LOVE THEM
Know exactly how this feels. I have now lost everyone, darling husband, best friends and the cousin who helped me at the time I lost my husband. I will always miss her as we had a lot in common and her voice on the phone was so upligting. In my eighties I know there is no help. As this poem says you try your best not to depress other people but you feel you have betrayed your lost one pretending that your life is worth living.
☹️That’s so touching and I know how it feels to be lonely without our love ones, we've all loss our love ones in death one way or the other, either a spouse, child, family members, or a true friend that meant the world to us, such is life I truly understand how you feel cos I’ve felt same unbearable experiences before but death is just inevitable no matter how hard we try! And we'll all have to face it someday, and every of our love ones we’ve loss will always want to see us happy again wherever they’re. I loss my oldest daughter Annabel February 24th 2020 in a crucial car accident, and she just turned 22 on her last birthday before she got knocked down by a moving vehicle 🚗 and so unlucky for me that horrible day the driver was drunk. That was the worst and most lamenting day of my whole life as a single Dad raising two kid's, my 17 years old son Clark and my 4 legged 🐶 families are my everything and the reason I still keep strong, and keep going! My late wife passed away three years ago from a shocking disease, I felt devastated with grief, and I was so heartbroken 💔 but God and time are indeed the best healers. Hope you’ve found peace, comfort and happiness again?
I'd love to talk to you more if you don't mind! So it would be nice to get a reply from you when you got time okay. 🌹🌹
So sorry for your losses! I am sharing my best friend's testimony with the world with the prayer that many will come to find comfort and true peace during their grief. God bless.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
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You will never be alone. Remember all the beautiful memories you shared with them, all those times you laughed over pointless jokes, those moments of silence you sat side by side and felt truly safe and happy, like if on the inside you could never stop smiling. They will always be in your heart. Trust they will always be there, holding your hand. ❤️
I am sorry for your loss....That was very heartfelt and touching indeed. Sending my very best wishes to you and those you hold dear ❤️
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I love this poem . My beautiful mum passed away last week. She was my best friend and my idol . I wish I could read this out next Monday at her funeral but I don't think I have the courage to stand up there and read this. Thank you for putting this out. It is a beautiful poem and sums up how I feel. Lots of love and good luck in all that you do.
David Ben Hi David, I am so very sorry to hear about your Mum, you truly have my sincerest & deepest condolences... I dare say it probably feels a bit like time has kind of stopped still for you right now, like the world still turns but without you in it. When my father died last year that’s exactly how it felt; it’s the feeling of emptiness that I struggled with the most I think.
Im not sure if you need it or not, but I suppose the best advice I can offer you is to just be kind to yourself, be patient; allow yourself to feel as you need & to grieve as you need to. Permit the feelings to present without judging yourself harshly for having them. Recovery, I have found is a path of ongoing healing; one of little by little, always moving forward.
Thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I can't quite put into words the emptiness and how it feels. But your words and your help and advice have not fallen on deaf ears. The world needs more people like you. Thank you .
David Ben It’s no problem at all David, as someone who can certainly relate to your struggle its the very least I can offer. It’s a journey ahead, but things will find their way. Best wishes to you 😊
Its not getting easier .
David Ben You just need to keep going mate, I know it seems like it won’t and to be fair it won’t if you let it take hold. You got to work toward the end, never surrender. I’m sure your mum would want you to keep going. Either way life is hard but what makes it worth it is the little things, and that’s what you should hold close to you.
My younger sister passed away first of a heart condition; three years later, almost to the day, my older sister was killed in a car crash, leaving us all devastated; then just a few years ago my youngest sister died suddenly of a stroke. I can hardly begin to describe the pain of loss and emptiness and loneliness……….
Grandpa!😭😭😭😭
Why can't you come back ?
My Grandpa just passed away a few days ago because of cancer and each single day, I look up at the stars above and cry 😭
Moubani Halder I am so very sorry for your loss... Its extremely hard to lose someone so close to us, it creates a feeling of such emptiness within. Crying is a good thing though, as my mother said to me after my father passed “He’s worth every single tear.” Be kind to yourself, give yourself time to grieve... I’m sending you my very best wishes
The feeling of loss never leaves. But when gratitude comes in, washes on the wound, you realize you've loved that hard, and you grow stronger.... Peace comes in. 💫
Very true 😊 I myself found that the memories of such wonderful times eventually started to take the lead from the pain of my father’s loss... When I remember him now, I see the joy more than the tragedy...
@@WestleyNash I found my soulmate @38, and lost him at 57. When we connected, it was as if I had been waiting for him.. 18 years flew by like a season or two. Lost him to cancer in three months. And miss him more in May then any other month. His birthday, our Wedding, and his death.
I agree with you. I do hope you’re doing well?
♡ Reasons to live ♡
1.It's not worth the regret. Either by yourself if you failed or just simply left scars, or the regret everyone else feels by not doing enough to help you.
2.It does get better. Believe it or not it will eventually get better. 3.Sometimes you have to go through the storm to get to the rainbow.
4.There's so much you would miss out on doing.
5.There is always a reason to live. It might not be clear right now, but it is always there.
6.So many people care, and it would hurt them if you hurt yourself.
7.You ARE worth it. Don't let anyone, especially yourself, tell you otherwise.
8.You are amazing.
9.A time will come, once you've battled the toughest times of your life and are in ease once again, where you will be so glad that you decided to keep on living. You will emerge stronger from this all, and won't regret your choice to carry on with life. Because things always get better.
10.What about all the things you've always wanted to do? What about the things you've planned, but never got around to doing? You can't do them when you're dead.
11.I love you. Even if only one person loves you, that's still a reason to stay alive.
12.You won't be able to listen to music if you die.
13.Killing yourself is never worth it. 14.You'll hurt both yourself and all the people you care about.
15.There are so many people that would miss you, including me.
16.You're preventing a future generation, YOUR KIDS, from even being born.
17.How do you think your family would feel? Would it improve their lives if you died?
18.You're gorgeous, amazing, and to someone you are perfect.
19.Think about your favourite music artist, you'll never hear their voice again...
20.You'll never have the feeling of walking into a warm building on a cold day
21.Listening to incredibly loud music
22.Being alive is just really good.
23.Not being alive is really bad.
24.Finding your soulmate.
25.Red pandas
26.Going to diners at three in the morning.
27.Really soft pillows.
28.Eating pizza in New York City.
29.Proving people wrong with your success.
30. Watching the jerks that doubted you fail at life.
31.Seeing someone trip over a garbage can.
32.Being able to help other people.
33.Sitting on rooftops.
34.Seeing every single country in the world.
35.Going on roadtrips.
36.You might win the lottery someday.
37.Listening to music on a record player.
38.Going to the top of the Eiffel Tower.
39.Taking really cool pictures.
40.Literally meeting thousands of new people.
41.Hearing crazy stories.
42.Telling crazy stories.
43.Eating ice cream on a hot day.
44.More Harry Potter books could come out, you never know.
45.Travelling to another planet someday.
46.Having an underwater house.
47.Randomly running into your hero on the street.
48.Having your own room at a fancy hotel.
49.Trampolines.
50.Think about your favourite movie, you'll never watch it again.
51.Think about the feeling of laughing out loud in a public place because your best friend has just sent you an inside joke,
52.Your survival will make the world better, even if it's for just one person or 20 or 100 or more.
53.People do care.
54.Treehouses
55.Hanging out with your soul mate in a treehouse
56.Snorting when you laugh and not caring who sees
57.I don't even know you and I love you.
58.I don't even know you and I care about you.
59. Because nobody is going to be like you ever, so embrace your uniqueness!
60.You won't be here to experience the first cat world emperor.
61.WHAT ABOUT FOOD?! YOU'LL MISS CHOCOLATE AND ALL THE OTHER NOM THINGS!
62.Starbucks.
63.Hugs.
64.Stargazing.
65.You have a purpose, and it's up to you to find out what it is.
67.You've changed somebody's life.
68.Now you could change the world.
69.You will meet the person that's perfect for you.
70.No matter how much or how little, you have your life ahead of you.
71.You have the chance to save somebody's life.
72.If you end your life, you're stopping yourself from achieving great things.
73.Making snow angels.
74.Making snowmen.
75.Snowball fights.
76.Life is what you make of it.
77.Everybody has a talent.
78.Laughing until you cry.
79.Having the ability to be sad means you have the ability to be happy.
80.The world would not be the same if you didn't exist.
81.Its possible to turn frowns, upside down.
82.Be yourself, don't take anyone's shit, and never let them take you alive.
83.Heroes are ordinary people who make themselves extraordinary. Be your own hero.
84.Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections.
85.One day your smile will be real.
86.Having a really hot, relaxing bath after a stressful day.
87.Lying on grass and laughing at the clouds.
88.Getting completely smashed with your best friends.
89.Eating crazy food.
90.Staying up all night watching your favourite films with a loved one.
91.Sleeping in all day.
92.Creating something you're proud of.
93.You can look back on yourself 70 years later and being proud you didn't commit.
94.Being able to meet your Internet friends.
95.Tea / Coffee / Hot Chocolate
96.The new season of Sherlock
97.Cuddling under the stars.
98.Being stupid in public because you just can.
99.Bonfires.
100.Being able to hug that one person you havent seen in years .
If you are reading this then you are alive! Is there any more reason to smile? :)
People care enough about you and your future to come up with 100 reasons for you not to do this.
But, the final and most important one is, just, being able to experience life. Because even if your life doesn't seem so great right now, literally anything could happen. Remember I LOVE YOU, DON'T GIVE UP! ♡
Some very good points and reminders to consider 😊👍
Powerful! I can so so relate. I lost my mom in 2007 and it has been the hardest thing I've ever had to experience and accept. It truly does feel like you have been left behind. My faith has sustained me and kept me going. God will see you through. Trust him with everything!
I am sorry to hear about your mom, it’s good that you have faith to turn to in these times... Best wishes to you and those you love
@@WestleyNash Thank you. Please Check out my poetry channel when you get a chance.
Man this is wonderful . Try to do more like this .
Thank you 😊 I have many more videos to come.
Thank you. Losing loved ones often never heals completely, but the pain and sorrow of loss does ameliorate over time.
That’s very true.. We learn to live with the feelings being present..
Westley, thank you for the comment on my spoken poem today. I did reply to you and it also inspired me to get out of my myopic mind and jump over here to listen to you read this poem. It's so beautiful and soulful, my friend. I can hear your heart in your voice. I also, as many of us probably do, relate so much to how you feel in this. What is it to walk around without this person we love who passed. Gorgeously expressed and done. I am so glad I came over here to witness. I am very moved by this. Thank you.
Thank you Leslie 😊 Sorry for the late reply, RUclips didn't alert me to a new comment. You are most welcome, your work is exceptionally good, keep it going because it's worth it. This poem of mine still makes me cry when I listen back to it, for i wrote & recorded this only a week after losing my Father 😢
I just lost my husband suddenly May 24th and laid him to rest this past Friday June 3. I have heard of the stage's of grief but didn't realize you can hit all or just some in any given day. 😢 this poem just popped into my watch list for some reason ❤️
@Daniel White Taking it day by day and sometimes hour by hour, trying to stay busy and keep a fairly normal routine but my god how I miss him 💔
@@marieschnurr5921 ☹️That’s so touching and I know how it feels to be lonely without our love ones, we've all loss our love ones in death one way or the other, either a spouse, child, family members, or a true friend that meant the world to us, such is life I truly understand how you feel cos I’ve felt same unbearable experiences before but death is just inevitable no matter how hard we try! And we'll all have to face it someday, and every of our love ones we’ve loss will always want to see us happy again wherever they’re. I loss my oldest daughter Annabel February 24th 2020 in a crucial car accident, and she just turned 22 on her last birthday before she got knocked down by a moving vehicle 🚗 and so unlucky for me that horrible day the driver was drunk. That was the worst and most lamenting day of my whole life as a single Dad raising two kid's, my 17 years old son Clark and my 4 legged 🐶 families are my everything and the reason I still keep strong, and keep going! My late wife passed away three years ago from a shocking disease, I felt devastated with grief, and I was so heartbroken 💔 but God and time are indeed the best healers. Hope you’ve found peace, comfort and happiness again?
I'd love to talk to you more if you don't mind! So it would be nice to get a reply from you when you got time okay. 🌹🌹
I am sharing my best friend's testimony with the world with the prayer that many will come to find comfort and true peace during their grief. God bless.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
facebook.com/GITM-Foundation-113997824650357/
Wow. You have really expressed what it feels like. A beautiful poem.
Darcy Bear Review Thank you very much, that’s most kind of you 😊
These words are so true. I lost my partner 10 days ago and somebody told me it was for the best but it doesn't help in my grief for the one I have lost
I'm very sorry about your loss, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from..?
This is such an amazing video and it’s meaning is so deep and meaningful that I can almost feel your pain within my heart. You never cease to amaze me with the what you do! You are a true artist in every sense of the word! I applaud you more than you know🤗❤️
Aimee Calissie Thank you 😊 I wrote this after my Dad passed. I suppose I had to get the feelings out somehow, less be swamped by them. Grief is a very powerful sensation, like an emptiness.
My wide of 49 years passed away June, 1, 2021. I've been in limbo for a year. She was my chosen one. I've been close to that drastic step on several occasions this past 12 months.
So sorry to hear of your Wife’s passing Mark.. For what they may be worth, I offer my deepest condolences... It’s certainly a place we can find ourselves going, but I’m so very happy that you have been able to step away from there...
I am so sorry for your loss. Please read my best friend's story. I pray that you find true comfort and peace. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
facebook.com/GITM-Foundation-113997824650357/
To my son Trent “Trizzy”, I still cannot believe I am writing this that this is all true. Your mother, brother, sister and I miss you more and more as each day goes by. I love this poem bc it simply says how I feel. But most of all I wonder how you’re doing in heaven and pray that we will soon meet again. Love is forever. Thank you for all the signs🙏🏼💙❤️💙❤️💙🕉
I am so sorry for your loss. This is very beautiful what you wrote here and I offer my best wishes to you and to all those you hold dear... Stay safe
I have lost my daughter and son nothing left for me cruel cruel world
@@brendadrumm9451 I am sorry. I wish I could say or do anything to help you feel better. I am very fortunate and grateful for all my children but if doesn’t help the pain losing another, only changes focus temporarily. They are hurting just as much as I. I pray one day we will all be together again, and the only way to believe that is through faith. Even blind faith… idk . I’m sorry
💔🌹
I am so sorry for your loss. Please read my best friend's story. I pray that you find true comfort and peace. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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This testimony has been made into a gospel tract. If you or your Church would be interested in passing them out or if you would like to send a word of encouragement to the family, please go to:
facebook.com/GITM-Foundation-113997824650357/
I lost my grandma this past few years.
She was so special to me and my family, she loves so much and I love her so much too.
I just want to remind all of the people that lost a love one,
Always remember that they will always be by your side no matter what ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😔😔😔😔😔😔😔😔
My Mom passed last July and I still feel so alone. The man I had hoped to live the rest of my life with committed suicide just shortly after his birthday in March. That was before my Mom. It feels like a dagger is still in my heart. Suicide dosent solve the problem it just makes it worse for the ones left behind. My Mom died of cancer.
I’m so sorry to hear that you have had to face such mounting loss, especially to lose them to such tragic circumstances too. I can certainly imagine that it must be difficult. You have my deepest condolences and my best wishes
Beautiful and true. I lost my husband 6 months ago to Parkinson's. We were married for 50 years. I talk to him every day.😇😇
I'm very sorry about your husband, trust me I completely understand how you feel, I felt the same way when my wife past away June 4th 2018 grief is hard to deal with but we learn to live with it, where are you from..?
It actually touched my strings of heart.❤️❤️
Kanchan Goswami Thank you 😊
Very beautiful poem! 😍💓 I felt this way when my true love rejected me and left me in a cold silence, a silence that was killing me slowly...
It was as if I loved a ghost...at that time I thought that life had lost all interest for me and I wanted to die...The suffering I went through was worse than the one I had when my mum and my brother died. I was saved by my guides, angels and nature...I was meditating a lot near the river and the friendship of my kingfisher friend Martin helped me a lot. Martin was the only one who managed to give me joy. Little by little hope came back. My faith and I became stronger. Now I know my true love and I will never be separated...we will be reunited and I'm confident about the future...these last weeks, I feel all the love he's sending me...I'm always connected to him and I've always sent him my love because I know he was going through a spiritual path too...I love you Bastien💓🔥💓🔥✨🌈🌟🌞🌝🦋🐦😽
LEFT BEHIND...
I'd never ever felt this way since you had to say goodbye, a feeling of loss so intense it's like I actually might die.
I can't eat, I can't sleep, your face is all that I see. My chest feels so tight that sometimes I can't even breathe.
For its not like you've just moved from one town to the next, where you've gone I cannot follow unless I take drastic steps.
Just carrying on as normal feels like I'm saying that I don't care. But I don't know what else to do. My god this isn't fair!
I'm told I need to get through this, that things get easier in time. But it's the worst feeling I've ever known, to be the one who's left behind...
Emotional spoken word, Thanks for sharing this. It was so moving
Thank you 😊 No problem at all. It was based on a real life event.
I am sorry =(
It's ok, writing has always been my way of processing & healing. Writing this gave my heart some peace 😊
I lost my grandmother a few years ago from heart failure and I sometimes cry when I think about her and I often dream that she is still alive and then I remember that she is not living anymore. On the other hand, I mainly think about how much I loved her and that she always loved me back. Even after death she is still loved.
Heartfelt poem. Well done and beautiful video. Thanks from PoetryForce
Thank you very much 😊
Lost my brother on March 2022. He was handicapped,and his last day was the happiest he had ever been.He knew God was telling him his time was near.🕊
I am so sorry to hear about your brother, Elizabeth. I offer my deepest, most sincere condolences...
This was great.
Thank you kindly 😊
That was beautiful. Lost my mum at Christmas 2021. This is how I feel some days. God bless you mum .
I am so sorry about your Mum, Iris...Sending you my very best wishes
I am trying to share my best friend's story with the world in hopes that others will come to find true peace and comfort in their times of grief. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Precious Memories-By Sonya Lakey
Family Story
Little did our family of six know that Friday evening, September 24th, 2021, would be the last night our family would be complete. We laughed together, played games, sang, and enjoyed listening as our 16-year-old son, Ethan, played the piano for us. I packed a lunch for Ethan for a church mountain hike he was going on the following day.
My mother (who was visiting from out of state) and I woke early with Ethan on Saturday morning. He hugged me and smiled, never pulling away or rushing me. He got in the car, waved, said he'd see me later and he loved me. It was hard to watch my "new driver" heading out on his own that morning. As Ethan pulled out of the gate, I turned to my mother and said, "It's just so hard letting go." Little did I know how much "letting go" I was really doing. That was the last time I saw Ethan. He did not make it home that evening.
That afternoon, a friend tried to contact my husband, leaving an urgent message to call him back. He tried several times to return the call to no avail. As we were preparing supper, an overwhelming feeling of deep concern for Ethan filled my heart. I quietly blinked back tears. I glanced out the window, half expecting to see a police officer pull up to the house, but no one arrived. However, within a few minutes, a patrol car DID pull into the driveway. In my heart, I feared the worst. My husband and I went out to meet the officer, who confirmed our fears. Hesitantly, he told us our son had fallen off of
a bluff and had succumbed to his injuries. Our hearts were crushed; they still are.
Yet, in all of our brokenness, deep, continual grief and loneliness, our family has such a blessed Hope and assurance that we will see our dear son and brother again. You see, when Ethan was a young boy, he was saved; he put his faith in Jesus alone to forgive his sins and to take him to Heaven when he died. He realized some very important truths from the Bible that he would want to share with you.
His Story
Everyone is a sinner. Sin is any violation of God’s Law. God is holy, just and righteous, and He cannot allow sin in His presence. Ethan realized that he - like all of us - had sinned; and his sin separated Him from God.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; ” (Romans 3:23)
“Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned:” (Romans 5:12)
He understood that, because of his sin, he deserved to spend eternity in Hell.
“For the wages of sin is death;” (Romans 6:23a) [Wages: price]
“But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” (Revelation 21:8)
Ethan believed that Jesus, God’s Son, paid the price for all sin when He died on the cross - because His sinless sacrifice was the only thing that could satisfy the just demands of a righteous, holy God. Jesus was buried in a borrowed tomb, but He arose the third day, triumphant over sin, death, and Hell. Jesus is alive today!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Ethan was sorry for his sin, repented (turned), and received by faith the free gift that God offered to him.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“...but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23b)
Because of this great salvation, Ethan lived his life serving Jesus. He worked hard to spread this Good News to the world. He is alive in Heaven with Jesus today; and because of this great HOPE in Christ, we know we will see him again soon - not because he was a great kid, but because of his faith in the great Saviour!
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.” (John 10:28)
Your Story
What about you? What if you had fallen to your death that day - What if you were to die today? Where will you spend eternity - Heaven or the Lake of Fire? There will not be any parties in the Lake of Fire. It is a place of eternal torment for those who reject God's Son.
The Word of God is very clear that there is only One Way to Heaven.
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.” (John 14:6)
We did not know that Ethan would step into eternity that day; however, because he put his faith in Jesus alone for his salvation, Ethan was ready to go. Some day - perhaps today - you will take your last breath here on earth, and you will step into eternity. Where you spend eternity is determined by what you do with Jesus Christ. Will you accept Him or reject Him? You are not promised another day or another breath. Eternity begins soon - Are you ready?
“...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved…” (Acts 16:31b)
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
“(...behold, now is the day of salvation.)” (2 Corinthians 6:2c)
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very beautiful good job..
Taylor Jeny Thank you most kindly 😊
Watched my dog pass away this morning. I miss him so much. I hope I'll see you at the rainbow Bridge one day💗🌈
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dog, Rory... I offer you my most sincere condolences... What was his name?..