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I don't think this post communicates clearly everything

I wanted to say, but it was something that was on my mind

and just had to come out in a blog.

This evening I went to the restaurant Chili's with a bunch of friends. We had lots of fun and great fellowship. This post is not about what happened at Chili's, but rather about our waitress.

Our waitress was probably in her early forties with dark hair and black-rimmed glasses. Nothing unusual. She was very good at her job and was one of the better waitresses I have had, but you could tell something was just not right. At the end of the meal, I walked over to her to give her a tip and thank her for her service (I most always give tips in person because it is far more personal and effective at connecting with the person). I asked the lady if she went to church anywhere and come to find out she was a Jehovah's Witness. I was able to tell her about my church and invite her to the grand opening of our new building in September. Again, nothing unusual here just a friendly invitation. I found out later that this woman's husband of 25 years had just recently passed away. I cannot even imagine the pain she must be going through. She was obviously still recovering from the initial shock of it all as well she should be.

This post is not about the waitress at Chili's. I bring her up to point out a thought I had as I was leaving the restaurant. --Can you imagine going through the death of your spouse without knowing Christ?-- Many of you reading this are friends or family and know Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour. Some of you do not. For those of you who do, you know what I mean. having known Christ for many years now, I just can't imagine going through any hard time without Him. I am absolutely nothing without my Saviour. In fact, Scripture tells me that even my righteous works are as filthy rags without Christ. If I was not a Christian, and did not know Christ as my Saviour I would be completely hopeless in time of trouble.

Suicides are common every day all across this country. I used to not understand why anyone would want to kill themselves. But you know what? Those people have grasped a truth that many Americans have not. Without Christ, WE HAVE NO REASON TO LIVE! **(now do not get worried, I am not nor have been contemplating suicide)** I simply want to point out, that wealth, careers, friends, fame, and even family are nothing to live for. They are all temporal and can be taken away suddenly. Christ is the only reason we have to live. He shed His blood on the cross not just to save us from eternal death, but to give us a purpose and identity in life.

So what is the conclusion? The conclusion is that if you do not have a relationship with Christ, you need to get one. If you do know Jesus then maybe you needed this reminder of what He is to you. Are you living for Him? Are you telling others about Him? I think I am like a lot of people and need to grow a lot in this area. Praise the Lord though that I have a Savior who can take me every step of the way.