In the story A Christmas Carol, the ghost of Christmas future appears to Scrooge, showing him how he'll not be mourned upon his death and how Tiny Tim'll be missed in turn.
A question in the same context was posed - how do you want to be remembered upon your death?
It did set me thinking. For people to remember my talents, I feel, is not as good as remembering my character. I went on to think of those who matter to me. The time I've spent with them is precious but really, time in itself is relative. I can be emotionally intimate with someone I've known for a few years as compared to someone else I've known for decades. It's really the personality of the person and God's seal of approval upon the relationship.
However, my conclusion is that I can't determine or choose how they'll remember me then. In turn, what should matter is that God remembers me because if He doesn't, I'll be in hot soup. I'll be burning in Hell and that's something no one wants.
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