MUSIC AND FACING DEATH
An elderly missionary lay motionless on her deathbed as her nine children gathered solemnly around her. Her life had been a long and beautiful example of dedication and sacrifice. All of her children followed in her footsteps and served in some aspect of missionary service. Suddenly, one of the children thought she heard her mother speak. It was unusual. It seemed like days since she spoke. Motioning to the eldest son, the younger sister said, “I think mother is trying to say something.” Her brother was certain it was a groan, perhaps an indication that death had finally arrived. But a few seconds passed and it seemed that she again wanted to speak. This time what appeared to be a forced groan was clearly loud enough to be heard. Still, none could recognize what she wanted to say. The eldest son put his ear close to his mother’s lips and said, “Mother, please tell us what it is that you…
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