Whistle Past the Graveyard
I grew up near a graveyard. Later, my husband and I built a house across the road from one. We laughed and said we would have quiet neighbors. However, some people fear living so close to graves. They feel the need to whistle past the graveyard.
When we whistle past the graveyard, we hide our fear by acting calm.
We may be afraid of our own shadow. However, we don’t want anyone to know.
Whistling past the graveyard happens often.
In addition to passing a cemetery, we fear:
- Public speaking
- Competition for a championship
- Any embarrassing situation
To whistle past the graveyard may increase courage.
Acting with courage often makes us more courageous. We survive what we fear, so the next time becomes easier.
The Bible tells us we have no need to fear death.
Followers of Jesus know that death and the grave are not the end. When Jesus arose from the grave, He conquered sin and death. We can share that same victory and look forward to an eternal home in heaven.
“Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice” (John 5:28 NIV).
Thanks to Bobbie Smith Bryant and Martha Orlando for the suggestion. Image by Carol Colman from Pixabay
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