Brenda Carter Pratt
It has been almost a month now since I was told of my brother's death, and I am still in total denial. I constantly reflect on the last time we spent together, the 2017 All School Reunion. I think he enjoyed himself just seeing me enjoy myself. We talked about that time fondly.
My comfort comes from knowing that Melvin is in a deep sleep, he feels no pain, nor does he have anymore worries. (John 11:11, 13-14; Psalm 146:4; Ecclesiastes 9:5 & 10) I find solace in knowing that Jehovah guarantees two destinations for faithful servants resurrected from death-like sleep. (1) Heavenly Life for a little flock of "the holy ones" who will rule over the earth with Jesus. (Daniel 7:27; Revelation 14:1) (2) Earthly Life when God's will is done on earth. Because of the ransom, all faithful humans will be able to live forever in Paradise. (John 3:16; Revelation 22:1-3; Revelation 20:12-13; Revelation 21:3-4; Luke 23:43) Jehovah God decides the destination for each of us. I must remain faithful to the end so that both Melvin and I will be part of Jehovah's Universal Sovereignty. (Matthew 24:13) Must love and respect to all those he leaves behind!
Wednesday February 28, 2018 at 2:34 pm