Archive for January, 2008

amazing grace …so much hope

January 31, 2008 at 4:18 am · Filed under Personal

Chris Tomlin’s version of Amazing Grace (my chains are gone) has been going on and on in my mind. Just listening to it and pondering on the lyrics reminds me of what a wonderful Saviour we have. Such a comfort is the Lord in our moments of doubt and struggle. We’ve been attending the memorial services and all have been challenged that no matter what, their hope is always in the Jesus. I am grieved that such a young life felt that he had no hope. To all who read this, remember there is always hope, there is always a way out.

Ps 25: 3 “No One whose hope in in you will ever be put to shame.”

My chains are gone
I’ve been set free
My God, my Savior has ransomed me
And like a flood His mercy reigns
Unending love, Amazing grace

The Lord has promised good to me
His word my hope secures
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures

The earth shall soon dissolve like snow
The sun forbear to shine
But God, Who called me here below
Will be forever mine
Will be forever mine
You are forever mine

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suicide

January 29, 2008 at 5:11 pm · Filed under General

Monday was a difficult day. The day started with phone calls and smses flooding in. A student had taken his own life. In shock and sorrow we made our way to the college to lend support and be of help to the students and officials alike. After talking to countless students who were his friends, we were no closer to understanding why a 19 year old would take his own life.

Suicide is never approved or sanctioned. Scripture teaches that mankind is a special creation made in the image of God. Thus all human life is sacred, a gift from God to be treated with dignity and respect. Murder is condemned by Scripture, not only as the willful taking of human life, but as a sin against the divine image inborn in God’s highest creation. We must always remember that God is sovereign, appointing both the beginning and the end of our days.The question of eternal destiny should be left in the hands of the Lord. He alone knows the thoughts and intent of the heart as well as the mental condition of the victim at the time of the suicide. For us now, the time is now to reach out to friends who are confused and shocked. Meeting their needs is easier said than done.
Enough talking, let’s get walking …

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