Preparing for death

This has been a week of preparing for death. I say this because Monday was Annie's funeral. Annie was tragically killed in a road traffic accident 2 weeks ago aged just 20. Tuesday was Edward Goody's funeral. Edward was Ross's father who died aged 84. Tuesday also saw Steve Foley's mother die. On Sunday morning Steve spoke movingly of how his mother had recently committed her life to Christ. She had prepared well for death.
This week I have also watched again the powerful blip.tv of PJ Smyth from God First Church Johannesburg SA. Pete leads God First and has been diagnosed with cancer. The manner in which he communicates his trust in God at this very challenging time if magnificent. I whole-heartedly recommend you watch the clip blip.tv parable 4 virgin. It will bless you today and put strength in you for the trials of tomorrow.
Preparing for death is not something we like to think about. You may have written a will. You may have made financial provision in the event of your death. But what of preparing your life before God? Have you made your peace with Him through His Son Jesus? Live joyously with Him today but be prepared for tomorrow.