I HOPE THE WICKED WITCH IS IN HEAVEN

I've seen at least parts of it probably 50 times. But I can't remember which Wicked Witch's death Dorothy caused when her tornadically blown house dropped from the Ozian skies. North, I think.

But I hope she was ready to die. I hope she knew the Lord. Now, you're just being silly. Perhaps. But people change. There are death bed salvations. And I just hate to think of anyone in hell.

When we're told that this life is only a vapor, a mist, that really affects me. We know from experience how quickly our lives pass. How many cannot remember several childhood incidents that seem only yesterday? All of us can, no matter how old we are. And when scripture reinforces that notion, then we know it's true. We know that eternity is just that--forever.

Faith is the cornerstone. It's what separates the Godly from the Godless. It can be illustrated by the wonderful people from scripture. Faith comes from the reading of God's Word and is strengthened by our obedience to Him. Even people who don't feel they are spiritual can receive the Holy Spirit by asking God humbly for it. (Luke 13:11)

It's necessary. It's vital. It's the most important decision you'll ever make. And if you never make a decision for God, then you have made a decision. And it's one you will regret for eternity.

To be separated from the Creator, the Maker, the Savior, Mighty Counselor, well, it's just unfathomable to me. Why wouldn't you want to do everything in your power to insure that you would see God's glory?