I went to the cemetary today to water the flowers at my relative's grave stones. As I walked around I noticed many varieties of head stones with different engravings. Some just post the name of the person and the birth/date dates. Some have etched pictures of scrolls, leaves, flowers, bibles, and various scenes along with Scripture verses.

Many of the names on the head stones were familiar to me. I had known many of them while they lived and I thought about the testimony of their lives. As I thought about that I also thought about the place that my body will someday occupy. (at least until Christ returns) It's a sobering thing to do.

As I walked by the sight that some day my wife and I will be put to rest I thought what would people remember about me and what should be written on my grave stone. Often times those decisions are made by our loved ones who survive us. Some people actually chose their head stones while they're living and leave the death date open so that family members won't have to make those decisions.

What would you do and what would you like engraved on your headstone?

Wes

When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died, my richest gain I count but loss and pour contempt on all my pride. - Isaac Watts