Emphasis Preaching Journal

What is it that a person most wants to see before he dies? Being with a person for whom death draws near is a trembling experience. At such a time, things which had seemed to be important for the individual simply do not matter anymore. Wealth, an honored name, an outstanding reputation are not important. The person for whom death draws near wants to see the face of God. And so often, the person at death's door sees the face of God in our face as we read God's Word to him, pray with him, and assure him of the Presence with him as he walks through the valley of the shadow of death.