Death is not the end—it’s the beginning of eternity.
My mother always spoke candidly about death and dying—not because she wanted her life to end, but because she had a clear vision of how she wanted to transition. She didn’t view death as defeat but as victory, knowing that true triumph lies in being called home to glory, to live in heaven for eternity.
When my mother was diagnosed with a heart condition that spiraled into other complications, she had every reason to feel defeated. But she didn’t bow to illness. Instead, she stood firm in her faith, unwavering in her worship and praise of God. Even as her health declined, she reminded us of her eternal perspective, saying she was “going home to heaven” and urging us not to cry. Her only request was that we make sure our lives were aligned with God so we could see her again.
Choosing Victory in Life’s Hardest Moments
My mother’s response to her illness was a masterclass in walking in victory. She researched supplements, attended doctor’s appointments, and took steps to improve her health. But she never lost sight of the truth that ultimate healing and salvation come through Christ alone.
Even during her final year, as hospice care became part of her reality, she carried herself with the characteristics of a champion: unshakable, unmovable, and anchored in her faith. She refused to let her circumstances define her. Instead, she chose to walk in the victory of eternal life through Christ, demonstrating to us what it means to live fully, even in the face of death.
Walking in Your Own Victory
Victory doesn’t always look the way we imagine it. It may not come in the form of physical healing or financial success. True victory is found in the assurance of eternal life. It’s the ability to transition from this life into eternity with the confidence that heaven is your home because you’ve accepted Christ as your Lord and Savior.
My mother’s journey reminds me—and should remind all of us—not to wallow in defeat, no matter the challenges we face. Instead, we can choose to walk in victory, grounded in faith and an eternal perspective.
Take Action
• Reflect on your faith: Are you walking in the confidence of eternal victory?
• Don’t let your circumstances define you: Like my mother, anchor yourself in God’s promises.
• Encourage others: Share the hope of Christ with those around you.
Let her life be an inspiration to not only live fully but to live faithfully, knowing that our ultimate victory is secured through Christ.