Death Screamed Yes, but God Said No

You see today the face of love, joy, and childlike trust in God you would envy if you knew our grandson, Timothy. His contagious smile lights up a room, and you will never hear him complain or speak poorly about anyone, no matter the circumstances. He loves the Lord and people; whether it’s raining, cloudy, or the sun shines brightly, Timothy says, “It’s a beautiful day today.” He is the essence of Christlikeness, and God’s favor shines on him.

Job’s wife wanted him to curse God and die because of the grief, pain, and destruction that came to their family (Job 2:9). Elijah, in a moment of fear and weariness, asked God to take his life (1 Kings 19:1–4). Death comes to some Christians because their unrepentant lives disparage the name of Christ (1 Cor 5:1–5). Sadly, some people in desperation take their own lives, as did Saul’s armorbearer when he saw that his king was dead (1 Sam 31:5). Death happens for many reasons; often, we don’t understand why. Still, The Almighty has power over not only life and death but everything regarding us and His creation: “To everything, there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1

Timothy is thirty-four years old. Twenty-nine years ago today, death unsuccessfully tried to take him from us, but praise God, He said, “NO!” God has a purpose for our grandson being here, one that blesses all who have the privilege of knowing him. And God has plans for your life until He calls you home.