Dear Lord; Happy Wednesday Father!
Last night Father, as I was preparing to shut down and head to bed for the night, a message appeared on my Facebook wall that made me pause, and then to pray.
On August 15, I wrote to you regarding an inspiring story of faith I’d heard on 88.7 The Bridge on my way to work that morning. It described the Baptism of Kim Miller; a young lady dealing with terminal cancer, who instead of dwelling on the terrifying and painful nature of her situation, chose to give thanks and praise for Your Blessings in her life. The church she attends made a video of her powerful testimony, which was then shared on the radio that morning.
Following that conversation Father, I emailed Kim on Facebook to let her know that her story had touched me, and that I was praying for her. We ended up “friending”, and I’ve been following her journey since.
Last night, the message came across my screen that Kim had gone home… Into Your waiting arms Lord. And while my spirit aches knowing the hole this undoubtedly leaves in her family’s hearts, I’m rejoicing in the knowledge that she’s arrived in the one place where her pain and troubles are surely at an end.
“When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: “Death has been swallowed up in victory.”
“Where, O death, is your victory?
Where, O death, is your sting?”The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”” – 1 Corinthians 15:54-57 (NIV)
Kim’s powerful and courageous testimony of faith touched so many lives Father, including mine. Yet while we nurse the sorrow of her passing, Kim has achieved that victory the Apostle Paul spoke of, continuing on alive and well in her eternal home.
Death has no sting for those who dwell in Christ. You’ll be missed here Kim, but we’ll see you again soon enough.
Heavenly Father,
We thank You Father, for the victory over death You delivered us through Your Son, Jesus Christ. We pray that You keep the family of Kim Miller wrapped in Your holy presence, and comforted in the knowledge that she rests in Your loving embrace.
In Jesus’ Name we pray,
Amen.
~Phather Phil
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Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
As Christians, we don’t have to fear death because it is not the end; it has no hold over us. Praise God!
This is the second person I have heard of recently that passed on into their Heavenly home by praising and rejoicing. Both of these women had serious health issues that cause many people to be angry, bitter or sad. But they rejoiced in the Father. As Christians, that is how it should be. We do not have to fear death or the unknown. God is waiting for us.
Amen! Death-where is your sting?
There truly is none when we’re one with Christ!
Have a Blessed Day!
We sometimes forget that when a loved one goes to be with Jesus it IS a victory, a complete and irreversible healing! Sounds like Kim was very sure of that. I pray that her joy in Jesus is a comfort to her family and friends. Thoughtful post, Phil. Thank you.
Pam
Absolutely Pam! Her story was amazingly inspiring, and I feel Blessed to have connected with her.
Have a Blessed Day!
You honored her so well with your words and prayer, Phil. Thank you for bringing her into my life too.
Thank you so much Jean… She brought the power of Christ’s love to so many, and I feel Blessed to have connected with her.
Have a Blessed Day!
It’s always so sad when we lose someone, but so comforting when we know where they’re going. I am sure the way she lived her life in this disease ministered to many. And He will continue to use it even after her passing to draw His children in. Blessings!
Thank you Heidi… I believe it did as well. 🙂
Have a Blessed Day!
Death is never a fear for a Christian and if they do fear it then the only thing I can say is have a talk with Jesus, because to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. And I for one can’t wait to see my Lord but until He calls me home I must continue the work
Amen Desiray! Til’ He calls us home…
Have a Blessed Day!
I read your post from my phone earlier and I couldn’t get the video. Had to come back and watch it… what a beautiful girl, with a beautiful story of God’s grace and love. Thanks for sharing this Phil.
It truly touched my heart in a profound way Heidi, along with many others. I’m happy to know her legacy will continue on inspiring others through her testimony.
Have a Blessed Day!