Faith Christian Assembly
by Pastor Sheri Leming
Special to the LW Weekly
Most of people know by now that a few days ago my precious mother, Ginny Vaughn, passed away. We have received so much love as we walk through this difficult time, and we are grateful to feel the comfort of our Lord through his people. But there is a part of me that understands what others have said about grief. When your loved one passes, the first time you walk outside, or into a business, you see strangers going about their normal lives, and it feels remarkable that the whole world hasn’t come to a grinding halt, because that is what you are experiencing in your own heart. Once again, we must go to our heavenly Father, “the God of all comfort” and allow his word to sooth us.
Isaiah 41:10 says, “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”
What truly stood out about my mother was her relationship with her savior, and the way that impacted the way she walked around this world. She faithfully served the Lord lavishly all her life in humility, in excellence and with great love.
Proverbs 31:25 says, “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
This scripture beautifully describes her life. She was serious about many things in life—the important things that she imparted to my brother and me. She had a really fun sense of humor, which we all loved so much. We loved her jokes, even when they made us groan.
While we know that hard things happen to all of us, we can also know that we are not alone.
Isaiah 66:13 says “As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you…” Comfort from God comes into greater clarity as we choose to embrace gratitude for his blessing us with her all these years.
Join Faith Christian Assembly this Sunday for a biblical message. Service times are 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with the preservice prayer meeting at 5 p.m. The GriefShare meets each week at 6 p.m. in the Garden Room.
The church is located on the corner of St. Andrews Drive and Seal Beach Boulevard. `To receive a free newsletter or more information on the church, call 562-598-9010 or visit www. FCAchurch.net
Pastors Gwyn and Ginny Vaughn
