Word came on Saturday that Ramon, an elderly man in our church, had died. It was a sad, yet joyous thought. Ramon had lived most of his life as an alcoholic. About 5 years ago, he had a stroke. In the hospital, Doug arrived encouraging him to pray to be saved and prayed with him. Later his wife asked him if he prayed from his heart and, though he had lost the ability to speak, he squeezed her hand as an affirmation.
Ramon's life truly had changed. His stroke left him paralyzed and speechless, yet his face beamed brightly and he no longer asked for alcohol. He would come to the services and smile as if he were enjoying it immensely.
Although we will miss Ramon and his smiling face in our services, we rejoice to think that he is now walking, talking and running. This is what we labor and live for. This is what the sacrifice is all about.
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