tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227273988801096745.post8714567887398175992..comments2024-01-01T16:11:27.923-06:00Comments on Learning to Trust: Tribute to Tony Groves Sr.Rochellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14484648492290966112noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2227273988801096745.post-51445007358796891892008-01-14T09:21:00.000-06:002008-01-14T09:21:00.000-06:00When they announced Tony's death on Sunday I felt ...When they announced Tony's death on Sunday I felt like I lost a friend. I only met Tony once but saw his faithful service week after week. He gave my family and myself the feeling every Sunday that we truly were loved. I spoke to my wife yesterday and said how every individual is unique and some, moreso than others. At some point we each face our mortality and that uniqueness vanishes along with us. I think it is a blessing that we are so gifted individually that nobody else can replace us. Tony was the shining example of that. We miss him because we know he was very unique and can not be replaced. I pray that myself and others will see what Tony had and reach toward that mark he set. I don't understand his passing either but I have seen quite a bit of not understanding in my life. All we can do is realize God has our best interest in mind and for times like this we will just have to wait and see. It just amazes me how God used Tony in such a short amount of time. I know he impacted hundreds of lives and who could ask for anymore than that. I was also thinking last night that there should be some type of hall of fame picture gallery at the campuses of ordinary church members who made a difference. Tony would be my first selection. I hope I will never forget him and seeing his picture would be a constant reminder to me of what a difference God can make when we serve Him with our whole heart. I will miss Tony but know I will get to see him again to thank him. I wrote a poem a few days ago and I think it is perfect for this situation. <BR/><BR/>Why?<BR/><BR/>The sky...I stop and wonder<BR/>Why does it look so blue?<BR/><BR/>At night why does the moon glow bright<BR/>With stars that twinkle too?<BR/><BR/>Why should I get the blessings<BR/>That God has granted me?<BR/><BR/>While in those times of suffering<BR/>I ask why must this be?<BR/><BR/>Why do I lose my loved ones?<BR/>I see others grieving too<BR/><BR/>Today my heart cries, Why?<BR/>As I say this prayer to You<BR/><BR/>I know You always hear me<BR/>God please listen to my cry<BR/><BR/>His voice then softly spoke to me<BR/>Sometimes...you won’t know why<BR/><BR/>rlv 1/09/2008<BR/><BR/>I was on my way to church and God spoke to me about just trusting in Him no matter what situation I may face in this life. He made me realize that for the many things I may experience, He does not have to show me why. All I have to do, as a Christian, is trust in Him and all the (Why’s) will be answered when I see Him in Heaven.<BR/><BR/>Blessings, RobertAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com