Actually, I don't feel like blogging about it at all ... But the other day I thought of something that I would like to share with you. Hopefully, it might be food for thought or at least a good conversation starter.
I was wondering what is behind the massive fear of the #Coronavirus. I believe, in essence, it is the fear of dying. I can't think of anything else. Can you?
I was wondering what is behind the massive fear of the #Coronavirus. I believe, in essence, it is the fear of dying. I can't think of anything else. Can you?
Let's be frank. What is the worst thing that can happen to you if you have this virus? That you die from it. So, the fear we see rising all around us is actually the fear of dying.
That reminded me of a song by blues guitarist Albert King: "Everybody wants to go to heaven but nobody wants to die." A song, written by Loretta Lynn, if I remember correctly.
Everyone wants to go to heaven, but no one wants to die. How true is that. I can't speak for everyone, of course, but as Christians we should not fear death. Romans 14: 8 says: If we live, it is for the Lord that we live, and if we die, it is for the Lord that we die. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
The crucial question here is: do you belong to Him or not?
The apostle Paul went even further: For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. (Philippians 1:21). Ouch, I am not there yet. I want to stay on this earth for a while longer. But I also want to be able to speak as Paul did, simply because I have given my life to Jesus as well.
Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”
[John 11: 25-26]
And, oh yes, here's the Albert King song.
Such a heartfelt and honest reflection, Marja. When I sit myself down and ask if I'm afraid of dying, no, I really am not. But there is so much to live for - my husband, my children, my grandchildren - that I pray to God that this isn't my time yet. And Jesus wants us to live fully and freely during our earthly days, and that's what I'm hoping the Lord will allow me to do.
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
That is so true, we have a lot to live for and I truly believe God wants us to live a full life and that is what I am thankful for. I believe we can be at peace whatever the cirumstance.
DeleteExcellent thoughts, Marja! I'd like to share this on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jen, I appreciate it!
DeleteMarja: when I saw your title, I thought of Paul`S thought to the Philippians. I have few fears in my life. Dying is not one of them. God has been good to me and to my family. God is in control of my life.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you are doing fine Cecelia, God is good and we lack no good thing!
DeleteBless you, my sister.
Thank you for this refreshing perspective, Marja. It's easy to focus on the wrong things during normal times, let alone in challenging times such as these. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you and your family. Sending much love your way. :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear from you Karen, hope you and your loved ones are doing well! Keeping our eyes on the Lord and the Word, that helps to stay balanced and hopeful.
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