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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

The end

 

What do you think about Death? Are there really living dead? What comes after death? Do you believe in life after death? Do you fear death? This year was somewhat traumatic for me. It was realized that those that I was really close to in the past are now all gone to be with Jesus. There are a few that were friends and acquaintances still here with us but close friends there are none. Two of my three siblings are still alive but we are not very close. I have a few surviving cousins but we were never really close. Over the years those we love or were once close to drift apart, lose contact with, have changes in interests or move away to new adventures in life. In this world it is hard if not impossible to make a friend that is willing to spend the time to be with you and get to know you as someone who matters and cares. It is sad that people form immediate "impressions" as to who we/they are or are not. I make no excuses that I am guilty of this. It makes me guilty of putting myself above someone, assuming I am better than they are. This also places me/us at an endpoint where we are now isolated not just from others but Christ as well. It makes us feel that this is the end. It makes us ask "is this all there is?" My scripture for today is Philippians 2:1-4. This is the essence of who Christ was and who we are to become. It is not an easy lesson to learn but it is one we must learn. Christ felt alone and isolated just as we do. He knew who he was while we struggle to know who we are. He loved us completely and utterly as He gave His all for us. How is it we feel alone and isolated when that kind of love is still with us. It is not the end but the beginning. 

Today's image is of the Chinese Sacred Lily. The lily is not really a lily but a narcissus. This was a fun image to color. I am not sure which  Vintage site this was pulled from but was a fun image to color.
The Copic colors used are:


The diamond shaped marker in the lower right corner is a Wink of Stella silver pen. 

That is it for this week. May the good Lord Bless and keep you safe this week and always. Remember to always "Love The Details."

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5 comments:

  1. kiwimeskreationsNovember 1, 2022 at 4:14 AM

    A thought provoking post Jim - my generation of the extended family is certainly getting thinner in the ranks as I age, and unconditional friendships are becoming more precious.
    Love your coloured image- that is so gorgeous
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  2. Em Louise FairleyNovember 1, 2022 at 7:07 AM

    It really is tough and I feel your pain. The image, as always, is colored beautifully.
    Love you xoxo

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  3. jimlynnNovember 1, 2022 at 9:46 AM

    Your post really hit home for me today. I won't go into all the reasons but it did. Thanks.
    Your coloring is outstanding on this pretty image. Love!
    Lynn

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  4. BrendaNovember 5, 2022 at 4:11 PM

    Yes, it is easy to feel isolated in today's world. It seems like so many are passing away, just got news about two last night. And although I'm not young, I'm not super old either....but deaths keeps coming left and right. Makes one wonder. I do believe in life after death and that one day we will be back on earth living everlasting life with our Lord. I tend to stick to myself...especially more so since hubby's passing. I do try and go out once in a while with friends, but to tell you the truth, home is my happy place and always has been. But it can get lonely with hubby gone. I think that there isn't anyone to love me anymore. Families aren't close anymore, mine included so it is easy to think no one cares. But then the Lord whisper to me that He loves me and I think, silly girl...you always have love! What greater love is there?!! Great post Jim. Now on to your gorgeous coloring! Wow, this is just beautiful! I love this image of the paper whites and you have colored it up beautifully. I'm always in awe of your coloring Jim, just gorgeous! Hope you are enjoying this warm up PA is having! Hugs and blessings, Brenda

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  5. JD/ JillNovember 20, 2022 at 2:46 PM

    This is another tho9ught provoking post! So true. I think having to be careful around people is one of the reasons people feel so isolated right now. As we get older our losses are greater...but I think it also makes us appreciate more the friends and family that we still do have. I'm so glad that we will again be reunited in heaven with the loved ones that have left us.

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