My mother-in-law is preparing to cross that glorious threshold. . .getting ready to go home.
As her body is getting weaker and weaker, I believe Heaven is waiting with open arms to receive Ms. Anna Leota into their presence. Yes, she is a believer, so soon, she will walk strongly into the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ.
Thank you Mom Bridgman for giving me your son, Keith, who has been my wonderful helpmate, my loyal husband, my partner for life, my love. You gave me the gift that was meant just for me, one that no other could have given. And I am so thankful that you have received the gift from One that no other could give, the gift of salvation. This helps us to release our loved ones to Him, knowing you are going to a better place, a place we will be one day ourselves.
I don't know what Heaven will be like but I smile as I think of you seeing for the first time, what all I cannot comprehend. I imagine the colors will be out of this world, the sounds will be glorious, jewels around every corner and gold down the streets. More than I can fathom, but you will see soon. It might be completely different. But I do know this for certain. You will leave the tired body behind, the cancer you will say good-bye to, and you will stand straight, running right into that glorious home waiting for you. And the best of all, standing face to face with Him, the One who Saves, the One who grants mercy and grace and has loved unconditonally like no other, the One who hung the moon and the stars, and the One who has been by your side and is now at this very moment. You will smile like never before, you may bow at the feet of Jesus, and then raise to praise like never before. However it looks, it will be glorious because He will be there!
I won't say good-bye, just so long for now. Because some day I will be where you are heading.
O death where is your sting? Oh hell, where is your victory. Christ has had the final word here. Hallelujah!
Dear readers,
Please pray for my father-in-law Kenneth who is preparing to let his sweetheart of 63 years go.
Please also pray for the two sons, Kenny and Keith.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Bridgman
12 comments:
Oh, Kristin, I'm so sorry. Praying for everyone. The photo is heavenly! Blessings to you, dear one!
Praying for you and your family, Kristin, as you prepare to say goodbye and begin grieving, this side of heaven.
I'm so sorry you and your family are having to say goodbye but so thankful, at the same time, that it IS only for a short time. As the song says, "heaven's sounding sweeter every day".
Praying for all of you.
Jennie
Kristin, you are in my prayers, as are the others you have mentioned here. It is so hard to bid farewell to those we love so dearly, but we do not sorrow as those who have no hope. I pray that you will be so much aware of His dear presence during this time.
Kris, I will be praying for you all. It's hard to say good bye to those we love so much but oh what a reunion you will all have some day! And just to know she will be sick no longer and with the LORD! Heaven is sweeter everyday!!
May the Lord give all of you HIS strength at this time.
Praying...Chelle
Letting go is so hard. We are selfish in a way we'd like them to stay here, with us, even though we know they really do go to a better place. My heart goes out to your father-in-law. I've lost a beloved spouse, yet we were not married 63 years. I do know the longer you are with someone, the more difficult to let go. I am praying for all of you, especially your father-in-law.
What a beautiful tribute to your mother-in-law! I am so thankful that your family has the comfort of your faith. You and Keith are in our thoughts and prayers.
In CHrist's love,
Sheila and Alan Reeves
John 14:1-4
Jesus said, " Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust in me. There are many rooms in my Father's house; I would not tell you this if it were not true. I am going there to prepare a place for you. After I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me so that you may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going."
Praise be to God!
Oh...when two have been one for so long...praying grace for you FIL...and comfort to all...blessings to you.
It is so hard to watch one so close to leaving this world into another, when my mom in law was in the last 'few weeks' of passing it was an incredibly hard time for all of us. The most impressive part was when she would lay in her hospice bed and reach up above her head, and the two dogs would growl and make small woofing sounds. We said "mom what do you see?" She said "they are coming for me but it isn't time yet, I can't reach them"... the ANGELS were in the room and the dogs KNEW it. They were hovering until they got the go ahead to bring her home. Honestly it was the most 'incredible' thing to be a part of and so powerful for us.
I pray for you and your family. IT is hard to let them go.
So very sorry, will be praying for all of you.
What a wonderful tribute to your mother in law! It sounds like she was a great saint who will be welcomed into heaven with love!
Blessing,
~Erin
Kristin,
What a lovely and touching farewell message you leave for your dear mother-in-law. How blessed you all are to share such a wonderful relationship. You honor her with your sweet words of affirmation and love for her and your husband. God bless you as you travel this road of personal loss. May He give you comfort and peace when He calls her home.
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