Rise!

My grandma died yesterday, after a three-year battle with bone cancer.  When I heard the news, I didn't cry; I hugged my dad, then I went to the piano and played "I Will Rise" by Chris Tomlin:

There's a peace I've come to know
Though my heart and flesh may fail
There's an anchor for my soul
I can say, "It is well"
Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

And I will rise
When He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise
On eagle's wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

There's a day that's drawing near
When the darkness breaks to light
And the shadows disappear
And my faith shall be my eyes
Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

And I will rise . . .

And I hear the voice of many angels sing
"Worthy is the Lamb!"
And I hear the cry of every longing heart
"Worthy is the Lamb!"

I will rise . . .
Rise!

What a glorious thing to look forward to: rising out of the bondage of this dim and dying world to find oneself at the feet of the Savior!  At last, my grandma is there rejoicing, done forever with suffering and worry.  I haven't cried yet, and though I'm sure I will, I still celebrate a soul's entry into our great hope.  Praise God!