At the moment of this writing, the television news is reporting the sorrowful death of 28-year-old Oscar nominated actor, Heath Ledger. The speculation is that it may have been suicide or possibly an accidental drug overdose. While the circumstances are unclear at this point, what is clear is that he is dead. Many would say that Ledger had a charmed life. Glamorous good looks, youth, growing success, fortune, sex appeal and the adoration of many. All people are living on a time limit and the most envied status and possessions cannot stave off the final enemy which is death. I have no knowledge of Heath Ledger’s spiritual wellbeing. But the Christian Church confesses that all men, women and children are lost and helpless, alienated from our Creator by our rebellious hearts. We likewise confess that there is One man, Jesus Christ, eternally begotten of the Father, God-in-the-flesh, who has made right again all that was wrong. He has become the scapegoat for all people so that those who are baptized into His name, believing His promises, will inherit abundant everlasting life.
I am sorry to hear about Ledger’s death. I suppose I was a fan. I am certainly sympathetic for those he leaves behind. Yet this is a motivation and reminder for all who know the truth to be vessels of salvation for the world. Jesus said, As long as it is day, we must do the work of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work. (John 9:4)
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I can’t believe it. He was my age. Not to mention an actor every woman unashamedly swooned over. It is tragic, and seemingly untimely given the alleged circumstances.
Thank you for the post. It is the Truth you speak in the midst of such shocking news, because we do not think these events initially make sense. What makes even less sense is that we have a God who gives freely of Himself, through the innocent bitter sufferings and death of His Son, our Savior–so we may have life everlasting. Further we are given the faith to believe what we cannot by our own strength.
I echo your thought and pray for Heath’s family, as they may be comforted by our Lord’s victory over death.
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