I must say I have gained a new understanding of Psalm 23:4, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil;
For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
I will fear no evil;
For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
Walking through the valley of the shadow of death causes you to see things as they truly are. Secrets of the heart once hidden are made known. Love ones morph into something unrecognizable as they battle over material things. Coping with the loss of a loved one can affect your actions, emotions, and sense of right and wrong. I understand we each grieve differently and there is no right or wrong to how one grieves, but decorum should not be dismissed. At times, I felt as if I was being squeezed. Everything I believe and stand for was being squeezed even tested. People around me arguing and getting angry over things you can’t take with you when death comes to you. When you stand before God it will be you alone. It’s not you and your BMW, or you draped in your finest jewelry. All of it remains here.
I believe as Christians, as we are “squeezed” or pressed, as some would say, something other than chaos should flow out of you. The Bible refers to it as the fruits of the spirit, which is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and gentleness, which are the attributes of a Christian life. (Galatians 5:22-23). Let’s be real friends in life there will be disagreements and contentions, but you can’t live there. We must be mindful of our words and be willing to forgive. When you walk through the valley of the shadow of death the only REAL is Jesus and your relationship with Him.
Be blessed my friends
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