Diversity in the Journey

Jul 19

Wes GeorgeUncategorized No Comments

Life is made up of many different experiences.  I am reminded of James’ word in James 1:2 where he writes “Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials,. . .”  That idea of various trials as many of you know means multi-colored or all different kinds.  Not only are trials multi-colored but all of life really is.

My experience the past couple of days is a great example of this.  On Friday, I preached the funeral message of a 17 year old young man who had been attending our church.  You can imagine the genuine heart break of his family and his many teenage friends.  This is never easy.  While death is a reality of life, it always seems that when someone young dies, it appears more painful, sudden, or uninvited than usual.  Many heard the gospel of hope, and I am so convinced that is the only hope that anyone has especially the many that gathered to honor and remember their friend, son, brother today.  I pray that His Word will not return void.  I have confidence that He always accomplishes His purposes.

Later in the day, I had the privilege of participating in a wedding rehearsal of a wedding ceremony that I will be performing on Saturday.  This is a great couple who so desire to honor Christ in their marriage.  The occasion was joyful and celebratory at the rehearsal and dinner.  Many of the wedding party and family are faithful believers.  It was a party atmosphere (the good kind of party).  

What a contrast from the morning to the evening!  Both occasions were grounded upon hope in Christ.  It is a clear reminder that on everyday that someone somewhere is burying a child and no doubt that someone somewhere is rejoicing over a godly marriage, a healthy birth, or even spiritual birth.  I am so glad that Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever and that He is the Lord Who does not change.

Life circumstances change, but He does not. Our emotions change, but our hope does not.  I look forward to a Saturday of reunion with my oldest son who returns after a week on a mission trip.  My wife spent a couple of days visiting some of our precious people who have children in the Children’s Hospital in LR (along with 3 other ladies that made that trip).  It was great getting her home Friday for multiple reasons.  I look forward to a great wedding ceremony tomorrow also.  Then Sunday is around the corner and this is my favorite day each week.  Until next time. . .Wes

Comments are closed.