July 25, 2009

I don’t know how to think

been bummed out since Thursday

trying to rationalize your death

with my ongoing life

and God’s eternal love

I’m not sure I’m thinking right

so immersed in the loss of a friend

I’m unable to think of other’s

even greater grief

and God’s eternal joy

I have no words, not a thought

just weeks ago we were laughing

enjoying each other’s friendship

yet now I mourn your death

in God’s unflinching grip

            “even when your companion dies you’re glad

            you know where your companion was headed”

My companion…

I know all will work for good

for you truly loved your God

longing that He be your children’s God

that they enjoy as you

our God of all comfort

Tears may endure for the moment

but shall pass

we’re glad you are with our God

yet grieve your absence here

God be with us all

As I was writing this, Andrew, who is

reading “Dangerous Journey,” made this

comment in response to learning that

Christian’s friend was killed by the town.

Just what I needed to hear

when I needed to hear it.