| Daily Devotional for January 31, 2024 Yesterday I did Ray’s memorial service at the church and then had his internment at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen. The church, his family and friends, and the military honored his life of service with their presence. Ray was someone I dearly love. He was easy to talk about. In fact, when I die, I can only hope the pastor that stands over me and says, “Earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust,” will feel about me the way I do about Ray. If that is the case, it will be an easy funeral. One day, each of us will die. Some will die peacefully in their beds. Some will not. Either way, unless Jesus comes first, all of us will die. Have you ever wondered what the pastor will say at your funeral? The point to this meandering devotional is that how we live out the limited time we have on this earth matters. The choice is simple. Either we live to make this world a better place and lighten the heavy loads of others, or we live for ourselves. One way leads to a life of legitimate holy purpose and one way leads to an empty, shallow, meaningless existence. God gave each of us the precious gift of life. He does not want us to waste it. Today you will have an opportunity to make a difference. It may be a grand gesture or something small. When it happens, grasp the opportunity with both hands and make a difference. That’s what God wants. This is what Jesus meant by saying, “Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did it to me.” (Matthew 25:40) Today, choose to make a difference. You will make God smile. I promise. Prayer: Dear Gracious Heavenly God, please help me see the needs of others. Use me to help carry their heavy burdens. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. The short answer is simple. Live your life in such a way that it is easy for the pastor to do your funeral. Speaking for pastors everywhere, we would very much appreciate it. I pray your day is filled with joy and laughter. Tom Robbins |
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Daily Devotionals by Dr. Tom Robbins 