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

[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.

[Viennacon]

My prayers to you and your family in this difficult time. Understand that God does not truly take anybody, because that would imply He wasn’t with them in the first place. When their time comes, He calls them home to Him.
Rest assured that your nephew is in His presence now. He has become one with the universe and all that is great. It is tragic that he died so young. We should not pretend to understand why these things happen, but know that while the physical body dies, the soul is eternal. Everything you loved about your nephew hasn’t died, and will never die. Only the vessel that carried it has. You will see him again, in the next life that awaits.

My advice to you is to talk to your pastor or priest. They can be very comforting in times of grief. I’m not sure what your financial situation is, but doing some good for others can help to cleanse some of the blue emotions you’re feeling. Donate to cancer charities, or perhaps do a little volunteer work. Your nephew is in God’s hands now, but your hands can still do good in this life. Do not let the grim realities of our earthly nature hang heavy on you. Live life as you would have wanted your nephew to. To the fullest.

Again, my prayers are with you. All the best.

[jmacusa]

Saying Hail Marys for you and your loved ones. It’s terrible to see a child pass on.

[cva66snipe]

Prayers for you and your family. At 10 years of age he was not at the age of responsibility {knowledge} but rather he was a child. His suffering is over, he is healed, and he is with The Lord.

[cva66snipe]

BTW your body and mind need rest. The mind plays bad tricks when you are tired and things will look the worst.

[BikerTrash]

Hold on to your faith, be strong. Your nephew is with our heavenly Father, he is now way beyond perfectly healthy and his situation is wonderful!

For those left behind, he is not gone, he has just gone on ahead. When it’s our turn to go, the loved ones who have went ahead of us give us someone to go to, making it easier for us to leave.

I’ll be praying for you and yours.

[Ann Archy]

PRAYERS!!

[Tax-chick]

I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. I have a son James about that age! May God bless you all.

[no-to-illegals]

Prayers up for you, proud American in Canada, and each family member. God has welcomed your nephew home. No doubt here.

[Venturer]

May God help your family in their bereavement.

[jazzlite]

...”I don’t understand why God takes the innocent”...

I don’t know, either, Julie..That question is the only thing which caused me to question my faith in my 20s. If we could see God’s tapestry, we would understand. Try to imagine your nephew in heaven in such peace and joy that he would never return to earth, even if he could. We will pray for you and your family.

[TalBlack]

May God have Mercy on his soul and give Peace to those he leaves.