Rooted

First of all, thank you all for your kind words over the death of my cousin, Sean. I debated about mentioning the circumstances surrounding his death, but realize that his death can bring someone closer to God.

On Tuesday, my cousin took his own life. As you can imagine, this news shook our family to the core. It was a senseless death. A death that could have been prevented. The reality is, that Sean was having a very hard time. His life circumstance were difficult and he could no longer endure the pain. He was trying to turn his life around... trying to make a difference in his life, but couldn't see the light for the clouds.

Sean had recently recommitted his life to God. He was going to church, getting involved and trying to turn his life around. The sad fact is that we fight an earthy enemy - Satan - whose sole desire is to steal, kill and destroy. And let's face it... if we aren't rooted in God's word and grounded in our spiritual walk and prayer life, then we could be overtaken by the enemy of this world too.

You know, I have to believe that Sean is resting in His Heavenly Father's arms right now, because we serve a God full of grace, mercy and love. I have to believe that Sean's death is not a victory for Satan, but victory for God. Sean is at peace now. I truly believe it.

The enemy is real. He is brutal. And he will not stop.

But, we can stop the enemy... by asking God into our lives and becoming rooted in His word, His ways and His love.