I’ve been to many funerals and often heard it said that if there is a Heaven or Hell, he or she is certainly in Heaven.

Let me share my convictions, loud and clear. As a Christian, I believe there is a Heaven to look forward to or a Hell to fear if we reject God’s offer of salvation. It’s a free gift, but not cheap, because Jesus paid the price on the cross.

Saturday, I attended a funeral that celebrated the life of Natalie Craig Sutton. Her husband, David, and their daughter, Jackie, and sons, Matt and Philip, were raised in LaPlace.

I’ve known her father-in-law, David Sr., and wife, June, all of my life.

I believe people have many casual, personal relationships, but very few, if any, spiritual connections.

I didn’t really have a close relationship with David and Natalie, but I had the privilege of hearing her sing and would occasionally see them at a restaurant or some social event.

The only thing I know is that I was blessed every time I spent time with them.

The last time was at a wedding reception for one of their relatives. I knew Natalie was battling a serious health problem. We spent maybe 30 or 40 minutes just sharing about our families, praying for a healing in her body and life in general.

That’s the longest time I ever spent with them.

Natalie was always pleasant and very pretty, but her spirit was what got my attention.

I said all that to say this. Our relationship was a spiritual connection that I can’t explain, but realize that it was God’s way of blessing me.

I repeat that I’m convinced there is a Heaven and, without a doubt, I know Natalie’s Heavenly Father welcomed her with open arms and said, “Well done, Natalie!” She will now spend eternity with Him.

If you have any questions or comments, please write Harold Keller at Get High on Life, P.O. Drawer U, Reserve, LA70084, call 985-652-8477 or email hkeller@comcast.net.