Thursday, February 07, 2008
This is a pretty long over due post. My father recently passed away on the 29th of January, 2008. Sadly, a mere two days after his birthday. Its been a tough period of transition. One that was assisted thoroughly with the spirit. I got a call on Tuesday evening, while I was having my dinner from my dad's cellphone number from one of my aunty's, saying my dad was very ill. And it would be best to come as soon as possible. Knowing the kind of person my dad is, I know he wouldn't lend his phone to others, especially to call me. Expecting the worst, the entire journey towards my dads house was teary eyed and filled with prayer. Seeing a small crowd around the porch of the house I more less knew what happened , and went to my dads room. I found him lying down on his bed, eyes partially open and teeth showing. It was a horrible sight. And for nights I couldn't sleep.
I remember just standing there over him, the despair, the sadness, the anguish, just consuming me. I remember asking everyone to leave the room except for Daniel and Jason. And I got down on my knee's in prayer, in tears crying out for my dad. The Lord is amazing. Even as I was sobbing and praying scripture and promises over my father. Personal promises, promises for my family, I could feel my faith rise up. The peace and calmness of God taking over me. The entire period, The spirit of the Lord was upon me, constantly guiding me, safeguarding my heart and emotions with his peace and joy. My dad may not have passed explicatively as a christian . But I know that I know that I know, That I do not have to worry about it, Or where his soul is. I had that overwhelming comfort an joy withing me.
I wish I could have said the funeral went on without a hitch, But that would be wishful thinking merely but gazing at the mere volume of relatives I have. My mum came down immediately from the U.A.E. when I called her and informed of dad's passing. I'm really thankful she came down. For those that do not know, My parents are divorced. So wasn't really expecting her to come down. But she said she came down to support me during this time. Which I'm really grateful for.
Anyways, back to the funeral. My entire family now knows I'm christian which is more less great. Both my mum's side and my dad's side. Couldnt be happier for that. The Holy Spirit was with me the entire time. I didnt even shed a tear during the entire funeral except when I had to light the casket containing my dad's body on fire. One reason being it was cruel that I had to light the casket but wasn't able to look at it directly.
I would especially like to thank all my friends for the kind words of support and encouragement, and all the prayers that went out towards my family. You have no idea how much you all mean to me. To my friends that went the extra mile for me during this period, Words cannot convey the depth of gratitude I feel. From just being there with me, The constant messages and phone calls at all hours of the day, The messaging of scripture, the amount of advice given on how to legally proceed with my dads estate. I love you guys.
To all of you that came for the funeral, I would like to sincerely thank you from the bottom of my heart. The magnitude of the people that came, made me speechless. And the flowers that you guys sent was beautiful :)
I'm overjoyed that I'm routed into so deeply within this spiritual family. And all the effort to go out of your way to cheer me up. I'm grateful for, and thankful for. I Love You Guys! And all glory to God, for without him I wouldn't have even been able to lift up my cheek off the ground. Love him loads.
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