Why Be Angry

Why be angry
with God
when a loved one departs
a parent, a spouse, a child, a friend.

Because of God
never again will they hunger
never again will they thirst
the sun will not beat upon them
nor any scorching heat.

For the Lamb at the center of the throne
will be their shepherd
he will lead them to springs of living water
and God will wipe away
every tear from their eyes.

Angry
at no god
now that would make sense
no purpose, no reason, no justice
just death
a cold, silent end
to meaningless strife.

Be thankful
there is God
and he has prepared a place
for us and our loved ones
and the end of this life
is but a door
to eternal wonder.