Dean P. Demos

Yesterday I attended the funeral of Stanton Johnston who just passed last week from an inoperable brain tumor.  His daughter is a Trinity High School student.  Just hours ago, the father of one of Trinity’s new incoming students passed from drowning in a rip tide at the beach in Destin, Florida.  Two dads are in gone from this life and in the Lord’s presence.  My heart goes out to their mothers, wives, and children.  It’s tough to lose someone you love and depend upon.  This coming Father’s Day will be challenging to these families.

Two thoughts:

1.  At the funeral, Pastor Ken Adams quoted Paul in saying, “To live is Christ, to die is gain.”  Stanton’s life did just that.  Those of us who remain have more time to show Christ’s Kingdom through our lives.

2.  Father’s Day is coming.  If you still have your father, show your love and appreciation to him through a meaningful gesture.  If he’s gone, consider giving appreciation to somebody else’s father.

I’m glad to still be here for my loved ones.