Romans 8:18-19
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. For the creation waits in eager expectation for the children of God to be revealed.
Last week I called a classmate from our high school days. We had not talked for quite a long time, so it was enjoyable catching up on the things that had happened in our lives in the years since we graduated over 60 years ago. I still have a hard time believing it has been that long. In our conversation he asked if I heard that Jerry Williamson had died.
I was shocked by the news. You see, Jerry and I had been friends since we were both babies. Our families lived side by side in Camas, Washington, and then close together when we moved to Nampa, Idaho. We have had limited contact over the years and I had no idea that he had a medical problem.
Jerry had drifted away from the Lord in his adult years and this was always a concern for those of us who knew him. Each time we visited I tried to inspire him to turn back to the Lord, but he was not receptive. I think it was only about a year ago that Jerry indicated that he had made a new commitment to the Lord.
I just spoke with his wife, Joyce, this morning. She brought joy to my heart when she said that Jerry had a close relationship with the Lord in his last days. He knew where he was going to spend eternity and was praying for others to be ready to meet the Lord. I can hardly wait to see Jerry once again. This time it will be for eternity! Until then, Jerry!
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
—Pastor Cecil