Matthew 24:36 "No one knows when that day or hour will come. Even the angels in heaven and the Son don't know. Only the Father knows.
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| Whitney Houston, 1963 - 2012 |
This picture of Whitney Houston was just taken 3 or 4 days ago. She looks radiant, gorgeous and full of life. Who would've have thought we would learn of her death some 24 to 48 hours later. Whitney was only 48 years old. This talented woman had a voice that remains unmatched to this day. She will truly be missed.
Death is part of life. The Bible teaches us that no man knows when our time on earth will expire. That's why we need to live each moment as if it is our last. I don't mean going around preparing for the worst either. We should begin our days with a grateful and thankful attitude. Thousands of people each day don't get a chance to do that because they didn't survive through the night. As we embark on our day's journey, it is a good idea to not to take anything too seriously. I know it's hard - we're human and can become very emotional - especially when you're dedicated or passionate about something. Just remember, you never really know what a person is going through, so treat them with kindness, even if they act is not reciprocated.
The book of Proverbs reminds us that "The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences." (Prov. 18:21 - new living translation) Remember to say "please", "thank you" and "sorry" - those simple words go a long way. Most importantly, don't forget to tell people you love them or how much you appreciate at them. You never know when you'll ever get the chance to do it again. And as you wrap up your day and head back off to bed, say thank you God for keeping me and my family safe through this day. And don't forget to pray for others too.
Life is short. It doesn't matter if you only get to breathe a few seconds or live 100+ years - it never seems like it's enough time. So cherish each moment. Be slow to take offense and always be ready for reconciliation, because one day, we'll all be gone too soon.
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