Everyone had done their homework and people found over twenty scriptures related to joy. It was electric. That afternoon, I went to the hospital to visit Florence and Carl to discover an empty room and flowers in the trash can. Carl had died during the very hour that we had our session on joy. I know that Carl has found eternal joy.
Every moment is precious.
I discovered later that the first time Carl had publicly prayed was during our session on faith. It brings me joy to know that this act helped each of us to grieve and then celebrate Carl's life. Understand the precious gift of the present. Do not lose the present to dwelling in the past or fearing the future. The past cannot be undone.