Seriously. I thought you guys think that person is in heaven, so why are you crying? That person is probably happy talking to Jesus right? Might as well throw a party because that person is having eternal bliss now.
2006-11-10 20:03:21 · 22 answers · asked by Alucard 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Because it is a happy moment. That person has crossed over to a better life. For them, their life has not ended, but has only begun...They do celebate that way in New Orleans or used to anyway.
2006-11-10 20:07:24 · answer #1 · answered by Adyghe Ha'Yapheh-Phiyah 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
some of us may not join the person in eternal Bliss and more so there is a party for him or her with the angels when we meet him or her in heaven . In addition, so many Christians die nowadays so that will be so many parties.People cry because of the effect of the gap left.
2006-11-11 04:11:10 · answer #2 · answered by Rozzy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because being a Christian doesn't stop you from being sad that you will no longer be able to see that person on a day to day basis.
My mama died 9 months ago. She was my very best friend in the world. She was always kind,loving,gentle and caring. She smiled all the time. Even when she was in severe pain from cancer, she still laughed,smiled and tried to have a good day. She was always ready to stop and listen to you and give advise(or not depending on the situation). I picked up the phone just yesterday to tell her about something that had happened that was so exciting to me. Then, I realized that she was not at home. When Daddy answered the phone, I had to stop myself from saying "can I talk to mama." It is a personal loss that hurts.Yes, I believe that my mama is with the Lord in heaven and I am thankful everyday that she is no longer in pain and that she is surrounded by the peace and tranquility that comes from being in the presence of Christ. I still miss her though. It is selfish desire on the part of those left behind to want to be in the presence of their loved one or friend who has died. So, don't confuse grief with despair. I grieve for my loss but I do not despair as I believe that I will see her again. I will tell you this. I rejoice and am able to smile because she is in heaven and no longer in pain.
2006-11-11 05:33:33 · answer #3 · answered by Only hell mama ever raised 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dear Dracula( or Alucard....sorry I keep getting that backwards)
Christians are human. It's only natural to grieve for a loved one. If you loved someone you will miss that person so there is a temporary period of grief. But we grieve in a different way. We are grieving mostly for ourselves. There is a certain void left that will take time to fill when you lose someone you loved. But we don't grieve for the person who died. That would be rediculous. It would be like saying "poor johnny, he's now in paradise". Also, we don't grieve as if we had lost one forever since we will see them again. But a party would be very insensitive to the mother, father, wife, husband or children of the deceased. I've been to funerals of christians and to funerals of non-believers and the atmosphere is much more upbeat at a christian funeral.
2006-11-11 04:17:31 · answer #4 · answered by upsman 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
True, A party sounds a whole lot better than a funeral.. The reason for the funeral is not for the departed but for the living.. Its a time of grieving because although we are children of GOD , we are still human and we will still miss that person..I love your question thou .. Its something to think about..
2006-11-11 07:24:41 · answer #5 · answered by Joann 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am a Christian and i have offen wondered the same thing.
why should a Christian be afraid to die either if they truly believe that they are going to a better place. it would make me sad if a loved one died because i know i wouldn't get to see them again for about 50 years. but i do think we should celebrate a persons life instead of morn it. at least after we get over the initial pain of not being able to see them again for a long time.
2006-11-11 04:12:54 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does not work that way. The dead are asleep and will be called forth in the end on Judgment Day. Besides who goes to funerals? Let the dead bury the dead and the living can celebrate life.
Larry T
2006-11-11 04:14:12 · answer #7 · answered by Larry T 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some do,but there is also a time to mourn the loss do said person. Death can be so tragic at times, I believe it would depend on the circumstances as to whether or not I would want to "party".
2006-11-11 04:10:08 · answer #8 · answered by jeter's gal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok, so if someone dear to your heart died, would you be happy and have a celebration about their death? The person won't necessarily go to heaven if he didn't receive Jesus as his Saviour, if he did then we can be happy afterwards.
2006-11-11 04:07:54 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mother told us to throw a big party when she died- closest w got to a party was a big buffet!! we know she went to be w Jesus- but she is missed terribly down here- D
2006-11-11 04:09:11 · answer #10 · answered by Debby B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋