I'm Rich! How did this happen?
When my 95-year-old Mom died in May, 2022, she left few possessions. Yet I can definitely say, "I'm rich!"
As I sorted through the boxes and bags of clothes, kitchen utensils, and old photographs, I realized the treasures Mom gave me consisted not of things, but of everlasting qualities:
A love of God and His Word
A commitment to hard work
A thoughtful spirit toward others
At Mom's celebration of life I said, "If I love giving to foreign missions, if I'm a hard worker, if you tell me you like chickens and I give you chicken-themed gifts, all of those qualities came from Mom."
I only hope I can follow in her steps, and leave behind a heritage of goodness and love for my own kids. The qualities Jesus is proud of are the ones that last.
When my 95-year-old Mom died in May, 2022, she left few possessions. Yet I can definitely say, "I'm rich!"
My mom didn't leave much after she died as she'd been in a nursing home for years. I did get some things from the apartment she lived in with my younger brother. One precious item is the cross she had that I wear at times. So thankful for the promise of heaven. Sorry the loss of your mom. My mom died 8 years ago in July at the age of 90. Hugs and prayers to you and Kevin.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Becky. I know that cross means the world to you!
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