The angels came and ushered me into God's presence, dear mama.
They
carried me like you did when I would fall asleep.
I
awoke into the arms of Jesus,
the
One who gave His life for me!
It's so beautiful up here, mama;
so
beautiful like you've always said!
A pure
river of life, clear as crystal forever flowing,
proceeding
out of the throne of God.
So
overwhelmed with His love was I, dear mama!
Imagine
my joy seeing Jesus face to face!
His
smile so warm...
His face so radiant...
"Welcome
home My child!" He tenderly said.
Oh, don't be sad for me, mama.
I
can run and jump
dance
and sing!
I
feel so light on my feet like I'm dreaming, mama!
Sometimes
I laugh as I dance in the presence of the angels.
The
curse of death has lost its sting.
Oh, don't cry for me so, mama.
Your teardrops
fall like the summer rain.
Death
is sorrowful with its seperation.
Cry
for a while, but not as those in vain.
Although God called me home so early,
with
so many dreams we had, so many songs unsung.
I'll
be in your heart, in your cherished memories.
The
moments we had will carry you through.
Remember
when at bedtime I'd crawl up in your bed?
You
would tell me stories of Jesus and the love for us He had.
I looked into your face as you read to me in the candlelight.
"Will
the angels come to carry me home too, mama?"
You
chuckled teasingly, ruffling my hair.
"Yes,
my little angel, but you have to wait!
Trust
Him as your Savior,
in
His blood that was shed for you."
On bended knees you prayed for me,
a
tear splashed down your cheek.
"Was
that a tear mama?" I asked you softly.
You
looked away from me.
A
tender sigh escaped your lips
gathering your
thoughts together...
"
Yes, my little angel, tears in my heart water my prayers."
you
said softly, kissing me goodnight.
I remember those nights mama.
Your
treasured stories.
Mama's
lullabies that I tucked in my heart.
In
the darkness, the slamming of daddy's door
echoed his
drunkenness in the night.
Through
the thin walls, I could hear you cry.
An
angel weeps, my mama.
"Take
care of mama..." I asked God softly,
watering
my prayers with tears.
That
night when you prayed for me
I
got down on my knees.
The
moonlight danced on the wooden floors
when
I asked God to save me.
Although
I didn't know what to say at first,
I
remember what you said.
"Pray
from your heart, dear child."
you
said tenderly, turning to the door to leave.
"Dear Jesus, I am a sinner.
I'm
sorry for my sins!
I'm
sorry they were so mean to you
when
they nailed you to the tree.
Come
into my heart Lord Jesus
and
should the angels come,
take
me to heaven with You.
And
Jesus...I hear mama crying,
watch
her while she sleeps.
Forgive
daddy for being so mean,
like
You have forgiven me.
In
Jesus' name. Amen."
Jesus came into my life that night, dear mama!
In
the darkness, I could feel you smile.
Bells
rang for me in heaven!
My
name written in the book of life.
So don't cry for me, dear mama,
I'm
here in heaven because of you.
Jesus
needs you now, for there are my brothers.
There's
more work on earth for you to do.
One day when your work is over
the
angels will come to carry you safely into the arms of Jesus,
the
One who loved and died for you.
***
Dear soul,
Do
you have the assurance of this young girl,
that
should the angels come, they will carry you home to glory?
Death
for a believer is but a doorway that opens into eternal life.
Those
who fall asleep in Jesus
will
be reunited with their loved ones in heaven.
Those
you've laid in the grave in tears,
you
shall meet them again with joy!
Oh,
to see their smile and feel their touch...
never
to part again!
Yet,
if you do not believe in the Lord, you are going to hell.
There
is no pleasant way to say it.
The
Scripture says,
"There
is therefore now no condemnation
to
them which are in Christ Jesus..."
~ Romans 8:1
There
is no death, no judgement for those who turn from their sins
and
accept Him as their Savior.
Only when we realize the awfulness of
our sin against God,
and feel its deep sorrow in our
hearts,
can we turn from the sin we once
loved
and have a relationship with Him in
heaven.
The Scripture says,
"For God so loved the world,
that He gave His only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in Him
should not perish,
but have everlasting life."
~ John 3:16
"That
if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus
and
shalt believe in thine heart that God has raised Him from the dead,
thou
shalt be saved."
~ Romans 10:9
Don't
fall asleep without Jesus
until
you are assured of a place in heaven.
Tonight,
if you would like to receive the gift of eternal life
you
must first believe in the Lord.
Ask
to have your sins forgiven,
and
place your trust in Him.
There's
only one way to heaven and that's through the Lord Jesus.
That's
God's wonderful plan of salvation!
You
can begin a personal relationship with Him
by
praying a prayer such as the following:
"O
God, I am a sinner.
I
am sorry for my sins.
I
want to turn from my sin.
I
receive Jesus Christ as my Savior,
I
confess Him as my Lord.
From
now on I want to follow Him.
In
Jesus' name. Amen."
If you have received the Lord Jesus Christ as your personal Savior
after
reading this invitation, please let us know.
We
would love to hear from you. Your first name is sufficient.
We'll
leave the light on for you...
Steps To Peace With God Video - Billy
Graham
Welcome
to the family of God!
We
are excited about your decision to accept the Lord Jesus Christ as your Savior,
and
would like to encourage you to find a local church that you could be a part of
to
help you grow in your new walk with Him.
Also,
we encourage you to develop a personal relationship with the Lord
by
reading the Scriptures and to pray to Him often.
Talk
to Him as you would talk to a dearest friend.
He
desires that closeness and intimacy with you!
"He
tends His flock like a shepherd:
He
gathers the lambs in His arms
and
carries them close to His heart..."
~ Isaiah 40:11
Scriptural
References for your personal study on this topic:
Luke
16:22, Luke 16:28, Luke 23:43, John 3:16, John 11:35,
Romans
3:23, Romans 10:9, 1 Corinthians 15:55, 2 Corinthians 5:8,
1
Thessalonians 4:13, Philippians 1:21, Revelations 21:27
We
invite you to listen to this encouraging song about heaven.
May
it be a source of strength and comfort to you.
No More Nights
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are some resources for your spiritual growth and discipleship.
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