A great day

We thank God for a precious family day at Elaine's father's funeral. God's name was honoured, also the life and memory of one who followed him through 88 years. A story that was repeated at both the crematorium and later in the service of remembrance bears repeating here. Some 5 years ago, shortly after a new minister arrived at Fleet Baptist, Dad (for 30+ years a brethren elder, and also fairly new to Fleet Baptist) remarked on the practice of some to raise their hands in worship - "I'm glad to see it, but you won't be seeing me do it". To which the minister replied, "Well I think I will, most certainly in heaven, but maybe down here." Two years later, Dad was to be seen singing Amazing Grace, one hand raised, tears streaming down his face. The minister greeted him this time at the end, and Dad said - "it looks like you were right". Another friend, two years his junior would chide him from time to time - how come you only raise one hand? - the answer, he needed the other to support himself on the back of the seat in front. Guys, we are invited to spend eternity in the throne room of God - its never too late to get closer acquainted.