Life goes on...

Life goes on...
Tonight, we as a church, went to a retirement home and did some Christmas caroling. Caroling was something that Benji did well, and enjoyed. Singing songs like "Joy To the World" or "Silent Night" or "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" brought a lump into my throat. How hard they were to sing.

But then I thought about all the loss that these residents have faced. Most of them have lived their lives and have lost many close loved ones to death. And to see a smile on their faces brought a smile to me. It is nice to know that there still can be happiness and joy after such a loss.

Sitting in Starbucks with a friend tonight made me realize once again just what is important in life. I began to re-evaluate my life and what I place value one. Much of which no longer really matters. Life can end in just a moment and what am I doing that will have a lasting impact? What am I doing with my life?

Life is still hard, and the pain is still there, but there is a light... a small glimmer of hope down a long dark tunnel. God is still good.