A friend of mine died this weekend. I was thinking about him all weekend and had planned to text. He had sent a text to me about a week ago on my birthday.

Today I found out he died this weekend. I can’t hardly stop the tears.

I wish I would have contacted him when he was on my mind. I wish for one last conversation. I wish I would have encouraged him more and let him know how much I appreciated his friendship.

That’s what I miss and will miss most. His friendship.

He had a real love for Israel and was an OT professor. I would have liked to talk Israel with him especially after this week. Also he would often ask for thoughts on his next message he was preaching. It was great to discuss Scripture.

Now he is gone.

I am convinced he is with the LORD. But that doesn’t take away the loss now.

I still can’t believe it. I still am in tears when I think about it. So many thoughts. And questions.

We never truly know much someone brings light to our life until they are not there. I know my friend oftentimes felt invisible, yet from the outpouring of love and memories on the Facebook page you would never know it. We are so much more than we think.

May your soul find rest and joy my friend. I needed your friendship here. I will miss it. I will miss you.

Hope you are part of the welcome committee when I arrive there someday. Until then…enjoy the heavenly rest he gives.