Before I Leave Here: Preparing for Death

Many of us do not like to talk about death or here others speak of it. I'm sure there may be times when we hear our love ones talk about dying we may say "don't talk like that." I know that I am guilty of making that statement. Why? Why do we not want or like to hear others talk about death. Many of us make the statement "we gone leave this earth one day." So why not prepare yourselves or others for that day? I admit I don't like to talk about dying. I don't like to hear my parents or grandparents talk about it. Am I afraid of dying? I'm not going to lie, yes I am afraid. I am not afraid of my destination because I am saved, but I am afraid because I do not want to leave my loved ones behind. There are things i want to experience and see before I leave this earth. But I do know that is not my call.
The topic of death may not be an amusing conversation but it is important. Even Jesus spoke of his death with his disciples. They (disciples) didn't like to hear Him speak of it, but yet Jesus prepared them. (Matt. 17verse 22-23) We have to do better at being prepared as well as preparing our loved one. I believe the first preparation is salvation. I pray that souls will be saved. But even for those who are saved, it doesn't just end there. How many of us have a will? I know I don't. How many of us have already made our funeral arrangement? Most importantly, how many of us have life insurance? Wow! I better get busy. Thank God that I am still here, me and my daughter.
So, if I am not prepared for death then why am I speaking of it? One reason is my lack of knowledge on death preparation. Also, my grandmother has been talking a lot about her death. Her burial plots and making sure that everything is in order. It bothered me at first to hear her talk like this, but I come to understand that she is doing what she's suppose to do. She is prepared and she's preparing her family. I understood even more once i read the scripture mentioned above. I've witnessed family members struggle to give their loved ones a proper burial. And, I know we have seen families fuss and fight over "unfinished business" their loved ones might have left behind or did not specify before leaving here. Jesus prepared His disciples for His death. The difference is Jesus knew when His time was approaching. We don't know.

Below are different links that can provide us with helpful information on preparing for death.


http://www.ehow.com/how_8711519_prepare-death.html
http://wills-probate.lawyers.com/wills-probate/Preparing-a-Will.htmlhttp://www.funeralresources.com/funeral-guides/choosing-a-funeral-home-guide/
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=romans%2010:9&version=NKJV