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My last remaining grandparent went peacefully home to the Saviour he loved, leaving a lasting legacy of faith with his children, his children's children, and now impacting our children too.
What a heritage we have.
My abiding memories are of much-anticipated trips to his sweet shop in my little years, the way he skinned his potatoes, and singing with him children's songs about Jesus... one song stands out...
"Ten and nine, eight and seven, six and five and four
Call upon the Saviour while you may,
Three and two, coming through, the clouds in bright array...
The countdown's getting lower every day"
Life is a countdown. There's no escaping that fact... and times like this remind you of the brevity of it. But Grandad was ready for his final day this morning... he was ready to be with his Saviour. We feel sad and grieve, but he does not.
He is home.
Thank you Jesus for hope in death, joy in sadness, smiles through tears.
He is home.
I am sorry for your families' loss but wonderful that he was ready. What a great gift he helped to give you - the knowledge of Jesus ♡ This evening I went and gave my dear old nan a manicure and pedicure. Grandparents are such a treasure. X
ReplyDeleteThinking of you all at this difficult time x
ReplyDeleteYes they are Kirsty... Treasure every moment xxx
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear Claire, apologies I haven't been in touch sooner, I didn't know until now.
ReplyDeleteNo apologies needed Aaron... Sorry I didn't let you know myself. Will hopefully see you at the weekend.x
DeleteSorry for your loss. May you know God's peace and comfort. A great legacy left. Love and prayers to you all. Xx
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear your sad news Claire. Sending you my love and prayers. Xx
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear your sad news Claire. Sending you lots of love and prayers. X
ReplyDeleteOch Claire so sad to read this. give our love to your Dad. Your words in tribute to him are wonderful - I remember that little chorus from my childhood, long before I ever gave my life to Christ. Heaven is our home and your Grandad will see you all again. ❤️ xx
ReplyDeleteThinking of you xx
ReplyDeletePraying for you all in your loss....what a legacy he has left to trust the Saviour x
ReplyDeleteSorry for your loss Claire xx
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear that your granda had passed & that you and the family will miss him very much. But so wonderful that he knew where he was going which is to our loving saviours arms. What hope to hold onto & may our great Lord comfort & keep you at this sad time. It is also wonderful that you have so many treasured memories xx
ReplyDeleteHow lovely to read about all the good memories you have of your grandad!
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ReplyDeleteGreat tribute to a lovely man. Godly Granddads! What a blessing.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry for your loss Claire. He sounds like such an amazing man. I'm thinking of you, and saying little prayers pet. I was so moved by this post. What power in those words - He is home! Xx
ReplyDeleteAhh so sorry to hear your sad new Claire but my heart leaps that another good man is with our heavenly father now. Mich x
ReplyDeleteSorry about your loss. I remember that song.
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