No matter how many years we’re blessed with, whether it’s 40, 70, or even 100, it still never feels like enough time with the ones we love. Time passes so quickly, and the older I get, the more I realize just how sacred and fleeting each moment is.
Lately, I’ve found myself imagining what heaven must be like while deeply missing some of my faith, hope, and love TrailBlazers, those precious ones who’ve gone ahead of us and left a legacy of love. Their lives shaped mine, and I long for the day we’re reunited in eternity and thankful that they shared Jesus with me.
But right now, I’m holding tightly to the moments I get to spend with my people, our kids, our in-loves, our grands, and our parents. These are the treasures of my life. Nothing fills my heart more than sitting around the table, laughing at inside jokes, hearing little feet running through the house, the sound of dirt bikes, pool days, card games, and watching generations love each other well. Watching my parents speak wisdom, my children parent with grace, and my grandchildren soak it all in. This is sacred ground to me.
While we share life and shape hearts, we also have the call to share biblical love; a love that is full of both grace and truth. Real love connects, but it also corrects. It comforts, but it also disciplines. As we rearrange our own plans to show up at dirt tracks, pool parties, family workouts, and dinners, it’s because support matters. Presence is a lifeline. When our loved ones see the faces of support and love, they see faith. They feel safe. They hold on to hope. We’re working on hugging more, asking better questions, and being fully present. Questions like: What made you laugh today? Did anything make you unsure? What surprised you today, good or bad? What’s something you want me to know about you? What did you do great today? Who did you make feel special—and did anyone make you feel special? What are you looking forward to? What is Holy Spirit saying to you? These conversations build connection, and connection builds trust.
These moments don’t have to be extravagant to be meaningful. Whether we’re sharing a meal, playing on the floor, or simply doing nothing together, we’re building something eternal. Every hug, every “I love you,” every time we show up for one another—it matters.
We all have a ticking clock, and none of us knows when our time will run out. So let’s cherish those around us. Let’s tell them we love them, every single day. Don’t wait for a special occasion to celebrate the best in them. Speak life. Encourage often. The world has plenty of critics, but we’re called to be cheerleaders in each other’s corners.
Hold hands. Hug longer. Forgive quickly. Stop the cycles of hurt and start sharing a healed life, one rooted in love, grace, and truth. Live with no regrets. Settle the things that need settling. Don’t leave relationships with unfinished business but handle them the Bible way, with humility and a heart to restore.
Life is sacred. Life is short. But for those who love Jesus, we have the promise of eternity; an everlasting reunion, where there’s no pain, no separation, and no more tears.
So until that day, let every second reflect the love of Jesus. Let every heartbeat echo with gratitude.
Because time is short… but love is eternal.
Allison Bramlett 