Why Won’t You Explain To Me About Death And Other Mysteries, Dear God?
by Fran Larson(34)I stared in wonder this morning as I realized the Chinaberry Tree in the back yard had popped out all kind of green leaves just on cue. Like an orchestra being led by a conductor, the Chinaberry Tree knows it is spring and it is time to “pop out.”
My finite mind is always in the process of experiencing things that cannot be explained or will never be explained in the human language. How does one explain the sweetness and smell of a tiny baby? How does one explain an emotion, such as joy, peace, panic or sadness? How does one explain the concept of time? We can’t grasp it or control it.
Job 14:10 But man dieth, and wasteth away: yea, man giveth up the ghost, and where is he?
I do believe the Bible where it states that God has prepared for his children (believers) a mansion after death.
John 14:1-2
" Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
That are many Bible verses that give us hints as to what will take place after death, such as this one:
Revelation 21:4
And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away. "
When we lose a friend or a loved one through death, out human mind and emotions struggle with the reality that we will no longer see them in a physical in which we are accustomed. God has something to say about that, also:
1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus.
I think about the mysteries of life and death, as I am still staring at the Chinaberry Tree in the back yard. The tiny green leaves and buds boast that they know what to do and they do it on the cue from the conductor.
I continue to drink my coffee and bask in the mysteries of life and death. I watch my two dogs frolic and play and began my thoughts of what I will do today.
God has given me just enough information for my tiny human mind. It is almost a relief that I cannot possibly understand so much. I am limited to time and space, but God is limitless.
I take a deep breath and inhale the sweet aroma of orange blossoms that no man can capture and put in a bottle. The orange blossoms know when it is time to “show up.”
Should I keep questioning God about the things I cannot understand? I think it is OK from time to time, but the real peace comes when I just breathe and carry on with my life.
Whatever happens in my life will happen and it will be right on cue from the Great Conductor.
Article submitted Friday, April 09, 2010 & read 214 times.
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» left by Michelle Mackin (152 days 19 hours ago.)
Hi Fran,We just did a funeral Thursday and like you, in my finite self, cannot explain losing someone. I am so glad that Jesus has paid the ultimate sacrifice, yet being human doesn't prepare you for a physical death.Are you a pastor or moonlighting as one?Love, hugs and blessingsMichelleRespond to this comment
» left by Anonymous (152 days 17 hours ago.)
No, I am not a pastor..just a lay person. Thanks for your comment.
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» left by nothingprofound from New york (150 days 21 hours ago.)
Some wonderful insights. Especially appreciated: "The orange blossoms know when it is time to "show up." And: "...the real peace comes when I just breathe and carry on with my life."Respond to this comment
» left by Anonymous (150 days 15 hours ago.)
Thanks for noticing my "insights." I love to write. Thanks so much for reading my article.
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» left by Marijo Phelps (148 days 17 hours ago.)
Wrote a big comment and it didn't take it - I don't think there is anything wrong with asking - with my Mom I had prayed for years for various healings (we have not because we ask not)some he did heal, some he gave a "word" about mom and her father that I had m=no clue about but it was pertainent, some he gave her and me practical suggestions that helped but I had been praying for years with nothing until I prayed more specifically asking questions etc.Respond to this comment
» left by Anonymous (148 days 15 hours ago.)
Thanks, Marijo...what you said was very helpful. I will remember to be specific. Was your Birthday yesterday? If it was, a belated Happy Birthday to a wonderful person!!!
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