I would contact all my loved ones and express my gratitude and love to them, gather my immediate family and advise them to stay steadfast on the truth, ask forgiveness from those whom I may have hurt, and settle any short-term debts. If I knew that I would die tomorrow, I would try to tie any loose ends in this world and prepare myself for the journey to the hereafter. While this is difficult to do, I find this question an eye opener. It is also because of this fact that we should be prepared to depart this world at any time. It is out of God’s mercy that we do not know when we are going to die. Elfass, Northern Nevada Muslim Community president Since most people don’t have this sort of precise advanced warning of their demise, prudent people make these arrangements well in advance.įinally, like Socrates in The Phaedo, I would enjoy an extended final discussion of the arguments and evidence for whether death is our final act, or simply the beginning of a new period of existence. Secondly, I would want to confirm that appropriate arrangements have been made regarding my estate, cremation plans, memorial service, etc. I would first want to say my goodbyes and reaffirm my love for those closest to me. But the question posed is about me, not some hypothetical felon. A convicted murderer, scheduled for execution in the morning, has few options, consisting primarily of a final meal and consultation with a cleric. What one does with the remainder of life will depend upon circumstances. Lucey, UNR philosophy/religion professorĪ variety of circumstances might produce awareness of imminent death. I would read slowly John 14:1-7 and thank Jesus for preparing place for me in heaven. I would make sure my financial and legal affairs are in order and I would make certain my wife and family knows everything necessary to settle my affairs.Ĥ. I would encourage them to passionately pursue God's direction and blessing for Summit's ministry.ģ. I would gather leaders of my church and commission them to continue reaching new people for Christ and to continue growing Christ followers into spiritual maturity. I would also personally pray for each one.Ģ. I would tell each one how proud I am of them and encourage them to follow Jesus faithfully. I would gather my wife and family, hug them closely, kiss them, and tell them with many tears how much I love them. If I knew I would die tomorrow I would do four things today.ġ. Steve Bond, co-lead pastor, Summit Christian Church, Sparks
Deep inside I would find that still point and pass into a new adventure. Later, when Gen was asleep, I would go into my meditation room just before midnight.
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I would light up the gas fireplace and find a romantic movie to share. Sharing food and conversation until everyone drifted home leaving Gen and I alone. Invite my daughters and a few close friends to come over for an afternoon-evening barbecue, most would come a few would not. With crisp spring air blowing by, the slow ride smelling budding trees and shrubs, by fields of new grass being eaten by cows and horses, with hawks flying overhead - returning home by the same route to savor the warming air and the experience from a reverse view. I would ride my Harley with Gen early in the morning down old 395 to Franktown Lane and into Carson City for breakfast. Now I can wait patiently, giving over my last moments of consciousness to remembering how good the Lord is, and hopefully, in this way, leaving the world with the Jesus prayer on my lips, in my heart and mind. But it’s most important to compose my own self, so I’d examine my conscience and make a clean confession and receive Holy Communion. If there’s time, I’d walk the dogs one last time, then try to write down some thoughts, maybe compose some brief letters. I would want to give away anything I could, then make a few phone calls to brothers, family, friends, expressing my love and gratitude, and sending blessings. I would make sure they understand that I love them more than anything. Thankful for being given the gift of knowing the end of my life, I would immediately embrace and kiss my wife and kids, asking their forgiveness.
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