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 …
