Wednesday, April 22, 2009
articulating Austin...
This week I have lost one of my dearest friends. I am sure someday I will write about him, but this week I can’t. He is more than a blog and more than a story and every attempt I have made to "articulate" him ends with the pressing of the delete button and me murmuring, "That doesn't even come close. You can't do it." So in some small way, I honor him this week by acknowledging that my words would sell him short and I don't want to do that...
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
4 comments:
michael...you are in my prayers, and so is Austin's family during this time. may God shower the friends and family of Austin with His peace and comfort.
I believe you described Austin's magnetic personality when you were commenting on God;y people who foster Christians, and not just church-goers.
"Status vs. Journey – maybe we have worked harder at trying to get people saved and then keeping them saved through worship service attendance and bible classes, than we have at maturing them into deep wells of love, sacrifice and mercy. Maybe that is why someone with a deep soul stands out so much in our churches."
you know lindsay, he was exactly who I was thinking about when I wrote that "deep soul" line...thanks for the comment.
Hey Michael I have been thinking about you a lot lately. I also have thought about writing things done that would describe Austin but just like you it always seems not to be enough. I wish we were closer to give each other a hug. Austin was an amazing man of God and an amazing friend. His life impacted so many of us. It saddens me to know he is gone but I rejoice in the Lord that we get to see him again in heaven! I pray that you are getting through this tought time. Give hugs to Stacia for me. Talk too you soon.
Jill Magnuson
Post a Comment