My ten year-old nephew died today

myself | March 23, 2013 | myself

[proud American in Canada]

Hi, everyone.

I hesitated to do this, because I know it's not right to post and run. However, I will check this thread first thing in the morning and reply. because I'm going to try to get some sleep. I just was hoping for some prayers sent out for my ten year-old nephew who died today.

He had cancer, which spread to from his adrenal gland to his lungs, then to his brain. My sister, who lives in Wisconsin, called the ambulance yesterday; James slipped into a coma, which I learned early this a.m. At around 3, our family spoke to him (my husband, my daughter and son, and myself) to wish him goodbye. He died about 30 minutes later.

She called me at around 6 to tell me; I had some work to do at 6:30, which is unimportant.

At this point, I feel that my faith is a little shaken. I wear a Cross every day, and I was praying for him. Now I wonder, where is he? I felt so sure before, that the soul lives on, but now I don't know. And what can I do for my sister? She lives so far away.

Anyway, I felt I had to reach out, even though I am exhausted. I will try to sleep, and will reply tomorrow. I guess I'm asking now if for prayers for a ten year-old boy who will never know what's it's like to fall in love and have a family.

I don't understand why God takes the innocent.

Julie

[DouglasKC]

At this point, I feel that my faith is a little shaken. I wear a Cross every day, and I was praying for him. Now I wonder, where is he? I felt so sure before, that the soul lives on, but now I don't know. And what can I do for my sister? She lives so far away.

I can't even imagine the pain that must come with the death of a young child. Yet I do have faith that the Lord God does have a purpose for everything. Our lives are just as short as your nephews in a relative sense. Family and children are a blessing from God but they're certainly not the be all and end all of our existence. God promises, promises, that because of the death of his son that all will have a chance to come to redemption and glory. God has that promise for you and for your nephew. Just because he's dead doesn't mean that God will not give him that chance.

Prayers and blessings to you and your family...

[proud American in Canada]

Thank you for your prayers. Yes, peace and comfort—and this is a reminder that there are no guarantees in life.

All the best to you and yours, CA Conservative. :)
Julie

[Jemian]

I am so very, very sorry. I will be praying for you and your entire family during this time. Go ahead. Talk to God and ask Him where He was during this time. Ask Him directly and tell Him you’re mad.

He is big enough to listen. I pray you can hear His answer in your pain.

[proud American in Canada]

Thank you, Brad’s Gramma; I always enjoy your posts. That is a sweet thing you just did. :)

Julie

Okay, I need some sleep, Thanks to everyone. I always feel like I must respond to everyone, to be polite. Yet at some point, fatigue takes over.

>Take care and thank you for your prayers. There is no better online family than Freepers. :)

Happy Easter, all.

Julie

[Redcloak]

Julie, first you have to understand that God didn’t do this to your nephew. We live in a world filled with sin and death and bad things happen to the innocent. God did allow it, however. And He allowed it for a purpose. We may never know what that purpose is, but I know that it exists.

We lost our son about a week before he would have been born. If the Lord had allowed him to stay with us, he’d be 10-years old now. That was both the worst day of my life and the most joyous. The worst part of it was looking into my wife’s eyes. She had this horrible, pleading look on her face, like she was begging me to make it stop; to make everything better. But, of course, I couldn’t. But that day I also heard God’s voice in my heart telling me “He’s with Me.” I was overjoyed to know that my son with with Jesus. You cannot hope for more for your child than to know that they will live forever and ever with God.

I don’t know what God’s plan for my son Forrest was or is, but I know there is a plan and my son is playing his part in that plan. You should know that God has a plan for James, for his parents, and for you; even if we cannot comprehend it.

[SERE_DOC]

Prayers for the living.

Rejoice that he is without pain and in the presence of God, Who's will is perfect.

We, being mere humans can not know the mind of the author and finisher of our faith, but have the assurance of things not seen, His grace is sufficient for us who remain until that day.

Rejoice again that Christ has paid the price for everyone's sin.....

Your nephew, not to the age of accountability, rests in Christ.

[proud American in Canada]

“Julie, he is heaven. God is not an intellectual discussion. He is your faith and your soul and in your heart.

Bless this little boy, his family and yours. Prayers are being said.”

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Thank you.... (tears starting to fall). I hope that is true.

Again, thank you all.

Julie

[wiggen]

Prayers for James who i’m sure was a brave young man.
God bless you and your family Julie.

[proud American in Canada]

“We lost our son about a week before he would have been born. If the Lord had allowed him to stay with us, he’d be 10-years old now. “

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When I read your post, I started sobbing; I am so sorry for your loss, and this will sound weird, but if I could give your wife a hug, I would. I’ll hope you’ll do it for me and tell her people around the world care.

You’re right, the Almighty has a purpose for all of us, but we, as humans, cannot know it. I agree with you. Perhaps Forrest and James are playing baseball or basketball or whatever in Heaven now, both of them being (or would have been ten) ten at the time they were taken away.

[Sacajaweau]

Oh dear....So sad for all. Many prayers.

[MomwithHope]

Prayers for you all. Hang onto that cross and if you can reflect on how special your nephew was and is now in paradise. Love never dies and this life means very little, it’s eternal life that matters and he is well and happy and waiting for the rest of his family. Your faith will see you through this.

[dsutah]

I’m real sorry to read that! I have a grandson that’s that age and his sister is just 11. I don’t know what I’d do if one of them was taken! I can’t help but think that as hard as it is to understand, that God has a plan for your nephew that is wonderful; and he’ll make him well! But I know you and your family will miss him until you join him someday! That’s what comforted me when at 14, I lost my Dad to a progressive illness (Emphysema). Anyway, may God bless you, your sister, and all your family, take care!

[fr_freak]

I don't understand why God takes the innocent.

In my opinion, this is only a question that could ever be asked by someone who did not grow up with great suffering. For those of us who did, the answer is not only clear, it is obvious: He takes the innocent because they are the ones most worthy of going. He spares them the pains of this world.

You grieve for your nephew, but at this moment, it is not he who is enduring the ailments of this world - it is us. He is free. He is in the arms of God. You grieve because you miss him, but he is in a better place than we are. If you believe in God, then you must believe that it is better to be with God than to be on Earth. We are the ones who are tasked with dealing with the pains of this increasingly corrupt world, until we are allowed to leave.

[bd476]

Even so it is not the will of your Father which is in heaven,
that one of these little ones should perish. Matthew 18:14

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4

For we walk by faith, not by sight 2 Corinthians 5:7

Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are extended for
your dearest nephew James, and for you and your family.

May God Bless and Comfort you and your family during this time
as Jesus Christ the Great Healer welcomes James into His Kingdom.

[mrsadams]

I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Life really isn’t fair. :-(

[Carriage Hill]

God Bless James and keep him safe in His arms. RIP, young man. My prayers for you and your Family.

[Berlin_Freeper]

So very sorry for the loss of James, saying prayers him.

[E.G.C.]

BTTT

[Bobalu]

There is no better online family than Freepers

So very true!

Many times I have said this very thing to myself.
Thank you Jim and John for making this online family possible!

[Kathy in Alaska]

Prayers of peace for James and his family and yours.

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“Shield Of Faith”
(Ron Block)

Sometimes I’m battle weary
I forget to use my shield
The arrows pierce my armor
And I stumble in the field

A shield won’t do much good if it’s hangin’ by your side
Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive

I’ll think my life is over
But the Lord He comes to me
He heals my wounded spirit
And He sets me on my feet

A shield won’t do much good if it’s hangin’ by your side
Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive

Sometimes you’re battle weary
But the war’s already won
Keep your head and hold your shield high
‘Til your days of life are done

A shield won’t do much good if it’s hangin’ by your side
Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive

Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive