I was talking to him about biblical matters the very last day he was conscious. That night he had an unexpected bout with pneumonia from which he never recovered. Today, one week and two days later, I read his obituary. One week—and he was gone!
Death is certain, but its time, place and circumstance are not. How important, then, that we take opportunities to remind others of the need and the way of salvation. I am grateful that the Lord gave me such an opportunity with Ernie.
Is there someone about whose eternal future you are not sure to whom you could speak? Why not take advantage of that opportunity? God may use it to bring someone to Christ.
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