Joy In The Midst of Pain
On Thursday, July 6, 2017, my dear
son in law, Yantee Neufville, the husband of my daughter, Malika, transitioned
into eternity. He impacted his family,
friends, colleagues and anyone he met because he met no strangers. His love,
humor, intellect, deep rich laughter, compassion, and zeal were only a few of
his marvelous characteristics and he changed lives for the better wherever he
went. He has a great legacy and is
sorely missed.
As Yantee demonstrated through his short
life of savoring every day and his ability to laugh through joy and pain, we
should be encouraged to do the same.
Pastor's Ponderings: September 30,
2013
My family just returned from a
fantastic vacation in Hawaii. Although most of my family had enjoyed this
paradise before, it was my first time and I had the time of my life. I jumped
in the Pacific Ocean, saw jaw-dropping beaches, ate great food at a luau,
sampled delights at the macadamia nut factory, and gazed at indescribably
beautiful sunsets. Our merry crew had no worries as we visited exciting places,
met new people, laughed and enjoyed each other in God's amazing display of
beauty and wonder.
When we were eating our last meal
together, I noticed a brief sadness in the family since our heavenly experience
was coming to an end. I was reminded that we ought to have a vacation feeling
every day of our lives because that is how God wants us to feel. When we are in
Him, we have the joy, peace, comfort and gleeful anticipation of new things to
come. When we are in Him, we are constantly on vacation knowing that He is in
charge. Although challenges will come and there may not be a palm tree to lean
on, when we are in Him, His presence is our relief. Knowing this, every day can
be a day of delight and happiness.
Will you join me on a daily
vacation? This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad!
Psalm 118:24
King James Version (KJV)
24 This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad
in it.
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