This afternoon my beloved Millie died at the age of 18. She will be missed.
The longer we live on this planet, the more sorrow we face. Some is small, and some is great, but it all hurts. Death is one of life’s saddest and most certain realities. Whether it be a pet or a loved one, few things are as sobering as death. That cold, stiff body that is devoid of life is a heavy reminder that something is wrong with our world.
The Bible tells us that when Adam and Eve revolted against God, a curse was put not just on humanity, but on all creation and death comes for all of us, humans and animals alike.
When we love someone, it seems our time with them was too short. Psalm 34:18 says, “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” When pets die, asking God's comfort may seem seem petty, but it is not.
Anyone who has lost a loving pet has, I am sure, wondered if they will see them again. God doesn’t say.
Animals don’t have the same hope humans do because humans are distinct among all God’s creation. We’re made in His image and animals are not.
Yet in Isaiah the prophet lists animals when describing God's Eternal Kingdom and it is my belief that it will be filled with with redeemed people and all sorts of animals. The Apostle Paul wrote, "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him
Sorry for your loss. Given our longer lifespan, it's inevitable that we will experience the loss of our pets, but that doesn't make it any easier
ReplyDeleteMy heart grieves for you. Our pets give us love unconditionally. They do not lie or begrudge us, and our presence is a warmth to them. I am not a religious person, but I know that feelings like these show us what is beyond our physical life, our day-to-day life. Your Millie's love for you was a turning of a wheel without end.
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