Loss of a Loved One

Recently I lost a dear friend of mine to cancer. She left behind a loving husband and a six year old little boy. He was her only child and the love of her life. It just didn't seem fair. Why would God allow such a thing to happen? Her death rocked her closest friends and family to the core. She knew Jesus and looked forward to her home in Heaven although leaving those behind is what kept her fighting so long. She was an amazing lady and had such a zest for life that was contagious. You couldn't be around her without laughing until your sides hurt. We all looked forward to her parties which she looked for any excuse to have one. Many late nights were spent at her house just celebrating life. Our boys were great friends and played together often. It is always hard to lose a loved one and her death seemed so unfair. Many of us questioned God's decision in taking her away from us. At her funeral something was said that really hit a cord with me. "God never picks His fruit out of season." Though we can't see the plans He has for our lives we must remember to live life to the fullest and love while there is still time. Psalm 116:15 says "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Allow this truth to bring you comfort during the death of a loved one.