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THOUGHTS ON DYING

Romans 5:12

  1. The Process

    1. Physical – James 2:26

    2. Mental – 5 steps

      1. Denial

      2. Anger

      3. Bargining

      4. Depression

      5. Acceptance

    3. Spiritual – 2 Corinthians 5:1-5

  2. The Crisis – Those left behind

    1. Express emotion – John 11:35

    2. Seek help from friends

    3. Don't hide, be with people

    4. Say what you feel

    5. Look to spiritual sources

    6. Don't brood over what might have been

    7. Do something worthwhile – for others

    8. Make careful decisions

      1. Get information

      2. Pray

      3. Don't hurry

      4. Seek guidance

    9. Trust in God

  3. The Funeral

    1. Reasons for a funeral

      1. Accept

      2. Memory

    2. Questions

      1. Cremation?

      2. Grieve for how long?



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