Keep On!
Yesterday I attended the Friends and family received words of comfort and encouragementas we reflected on a man, not perfect, but committed humblyto honor God, though his lot in life was not what anyone would choose,he desired above all to;
The service opened with the reminder that Wayne has done what still awaits all of us! He has met his Maker, but His Maker was/is also his Savior. We were challenged that the same may be true of us;that when we meet God we will meet Him not only as our Maker but, as our Savior too!
The second speaker reminded family and friends that our God is a God of promises; and He promisesSweet words of comfort esp. for Wayne's wife, children, Dad, siblings, etc.
...so, reflecting on a funeral at Christmas is not morbidbut in reality, is what the joy of Christmas is; Jesus, the hope of mankindcome to earth to be our Saviournot for this brief life only, but to all who believe, forever and ever! Amen!This reality makes our Christmas reflections more precious than ever!!And rekindles faith's fervor to keep on till we too can say,
'I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing.2 Tim.4:7-8
Keep on, we, not yet victoriousUpon Jesus fix faith’s eyesFor the joy still set before usKeep on pressing to the prize
Keep on praying to keep seekingGod’s kingdom and righteousnessKeep on trusting, wholly leaningOf His steadfast promises
Keep on looking to the SaviourTo imbue our walk and talkTo correct rebel behaviourLest we leave a stumbling block
Keep on casting cares on JesusPraise Him with each thought and breathUntil His last mercy frees usFrom these bodies doomed to death
Keep on hoping, keep on lovingEvery sin, humbly confessUntil the day of faith’s provingWins a crown of righteousness
Keep on with fixed dedicationTo fight dark forces of sinUntil faith’s last invitationHears these blessed words ‘enter in’
© Janet Martin