Absent – and Accounted For

Posted 5-6-15Edited and reposted 5-7-18 2 Corinthians 5:8 (NKJV) – “We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord.”
 This past Saturday (Cinco de Mayo) marked the third anniversary of the passing of my favorite uncle, Arthur Houser, Sr. As he transitioned from entrapment in a semi-paralyzed physical body to total spiritual freedom with God, we still remember and miss his laughter, teasing and merriment; for he truly was a gregarious soul who loved making sure that all in his presence knew they were special. He is now truly free.
To everyone who knew my “Uncle Nee” rest assured he is in no more pain. While he was wheelchair bound trapped in a physical body that suffered from the ills of mortal life, he is now standing proudly on two strong spiritual legs; waving and clapping uplifted arms and hearing the Father say…”well done; good and faithful servant.” Thank you Lord for the many years he impacted my life; and for the words, wisdom, discipline and love he shared so freely. I am so glad that I spent quality time with him and my aunt just days before his untimely transition. He is now in a better place.
Make sure you tell someone today how much you love them; or ask for forgiveness; or reconcile a misunderstanding or tell a lost soul about Jesus and the hope of salvation. Tomorrow isn’t promised and you may never get another opportunity beyond today. To God be the Glory!

Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a GREAT day! Be blessed! Rev. Dr. JoAnn