In the Bible, Christ Jesus tells a man who is seeking eternal life to “go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven” (Mark 10:21). I had always thought of this verse as a requirement of sacrifice, but in the wake of losing several loved ones, I found these words become a gift that helped me understand eternal life.
It can be scary or disheartening to think about losing someone close to us and all the joy, wisdom, and comfort they provide. But if we are seeking comfort in those people’s lives or even in our physical homes, belongings, or bodies, it is never secure.
Jesus’ words came to me anew as encouragement to fill my life with the spiritual and unwavering qualities of family, friends, home, and comfort, for those are the things that remain with us on our eternal journey.
