The reason I share this is because it is so important to treat each other with God's love. Death is so final, and there are no chances to say things that we wished we had said after the person passes away. I believe that to the best of our ability and with the help of God, we should try to repair any broken relationships we have with loved ones.
Broken relationships and conflict with others is something we all have to deal with. It is difficult with friends but it seems to run so much deeper with family. There may be family members that we have disagreements with, but to separate ourselves from them is a mistake, unless there are some very deep and hurtful issues.
I will never understand how a parent or parents can completely disown their children. No matter what our kids do, no matter if they disappoint us with their choices, they are still our children and we need to treat them with love, not rejection. Maybe they are the problem, but maybe we are the problem.
I am reminded of a family with eight children who have already "disowned" their two oldest children. It seems like they are systematically forsaking their children. The two oldest are not even welcomed into their home even for a visit. Both are teens, and they are not problem kids.
If you are a parent, step up and be the parent. Love unconditionally, don't put barriers between your kids and you. Take the high road and reach out to your kids.
If your the child that has been hurt, never give up. Pray for your parents. If you have done something to offend them maybe it is time to ask for forgiveness or to offer forgiveness. Don't wait and do it next year, because there may not be a next year.
Death is final here on earth. To the best of your ability, make amends with those you need to. It will save you lots of pain in the future.
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