Death

though unspoken
with our eyes shut
ears plugged
minds closed
death always intrudes
imposing its reality
into our space
touching us violently
with unwanted intimacy -
a rape of consciousness -
with an outcome
against our will
always inevitable
conveniently buried
somewhere in the dark
mausoleum of our minds
impervious to bribery             
mocking medical marvels
heartless to pleading
defeating all comers
we relentlessly seek
some semblance of
mercy until realizing
the Truth that
only Surrender conquers
only Acceptance enlivened

by a Faith embracing the
Hope of Love Eternal brings 
Peace Born of Life's
Victorious Resurrection
bearing scars as
triumphant trophies
forevermore
now He
freely offers to be
freely received
a Mystery revealed to
all who seek
the balm for
death's bleak sting...
so before
it barges in
uninvited to
collect its
deadly toll
consider
your options
one way or
the other
you...will...die
so the question is
are you ready for
Eternity?

Reflection/Discussion:

-Why do people not talk about death?
-How has the death of loved ones impacted your life?
-How can reflecting on your death affect your life today?
-Besides legal matters, how can you prepare for death?
-Are you spiritually ready for death? Why/not?