Remembering Christa Ann

One year ago today my long time friend went home to be with the Lord.

At times we don't understand why but all we can do is trust in the Lord rather than question him.

Please pray for her family during this time.

As I woke up today this was the first thing that came to my mind. A year ago this Sunday morning I answered a phone call telling us of this sad news. At first shock took over and I had no emotion as I was processing it all. Then it all came tears started flowing for the sadness of the loss and for her dear family. I will always treasure the impact that Christa had on my life and the impact that her family still has on my life.

As I was in our church service, a year ago, one of the songs that we sang was "When We See Christ". As I played this hymn for church, the tears started rolling down my face because of the memories this song holds with Christa. The song director had no clue when he chose this song the night before. BUT GOD knew...and God still knows. I could go on and on but I will leave you with a few pictures and the word to this song:

Oft times the day seems long, our trials hard to bear,

We're tempted to complain, to murmur and despair;

But Christ will soon appear to catch His Bride away,

All tears forever over in God's eternal day.

It will be worth it all when we see Jesus,

Life's trials will seem so small when we see Christ;

One gliimpse of His dear face all sorrow will erase,

So bravely run the race till we see Christ.

Sometimes the sky looks dark with not a ray of light,

We're tossed and driven on , no human help in sight;

But there is one in heav'n who knows our deepest care,

Let Jesus solve your problem - just go to Him in pray'r.

It will be worth it all when we see Jesus,

Life's trials will seem so small when we see Christ;

One gliimpse of His dear face all sorrow will erase,

So bravely run the race till we see Christ.

Life's day will soon be o'er, all storms forever past,

We'll cross the great divide, to glory, safe at last;

We'll share the joys of heav'n - a harp, a home, a crown,

The tempter will be banished, we'll lay our burden down.

It will be worth it all when we see Jesus,

Life's trials will seem so small when we see Christ;

One gliimpse of His dear face all sorrow will erase,

So bravely run the race till we see Christ.

We love you Christa!!