DISCLAIMER: This thread is merely a reflection on some Bible verses with respect to our lives. If you suffer from depression/suicidal thoughts, it may not be advisable to read this thread.
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Over the last couple of weeks, I have heard news about many people passing away. Three people who were very close to my family passed away in the last 10 days. Some others who we knew in church as acquaintances also passed away. After attending the funeral of a pastor who was very close to my family, I was driving back with dad. Though I rarely have a rational conversation with dad, this time we were talking about the life of this pastor and how he was a blessing to so many people who knew him. It was then that dad said a sentence which triggered my thoughts. He said "I prefer to attend a funeral because there are so many valuable lessons that I can learn for myself, to make me a better person and to get closer to God."
I reflected on the same question for myself and I realised that I had learnt the importance of prayer/praising God through the testimonies of many people at that pastor's funeral. For once, I agreed with dad's opinion. To be honest, I think I would prefer the same thing too. It does not mean that I would never enjoy a social gathering, but I think there is a greater blessing when I attend a good man's funeral because I can learn a lot.
What do you guys think about this?
- Why did King Solomon write what he wrote in Ecclesiastes 7:1-4?
- Do you agree with what King Solomon wrote? Do you think it is better to attend the funeral of a true Christian than in attending a feast?
- Are there any exceptions to this thumb-rule? (Please specify a few instances, if you could..)
I think this is a wonderful Scripture passage and it resonates with me a lot. Feel free to share your thoughts.
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Over the last couple of weeks, I have heard news about many people passing away. Three people who were very close to my family passed away in the last 10 days. Some others who we knew in church as acquaintances also passed away. After attending the funeral of a pastor who was very close to my family, I was driving back with dad. Though I rarely have a rational conversation with dad, this time we were talking about the life of this pastor and how he was a blessing to so many people who knew him. It was then that dad said a sentence which triggered my thoughts. He said "I prefer to attend a funeral because there are so many valuable lessons that I can learn for myself, to make me a better person and to get closer to God."
I reflected on the same question for myself and I realised that I had learnt the importance of prayer/praising God through the testimonies of many people at that pastor's funeral. For once, I agreed with dad's opinion. To be honest, I think I would prefer the same thing too. It does not mean that I would never enjoy a social gathering, but I think there is a greater blessing when I attend a good man's funeral because I can learn a lot.
What do you guys think about this?
- Why did King Solomon write what he wrote in Ecclesiastes 7:1-4?
- Do you agree with what King Solomon wrote? Do you think it is better to attend the funeral of a true Christian than in attending a feast?
- Are there any exceptions to this thumb-rule? (Please specify a few instances, if you could..)
I think this is a wonderful Scripture passage and it resonates with me a lot. Feel free to share your thoughts.