I call this article, “The Need for The Irreplaceable Family.” As you get into the details, I think you will understand why.
For several years, I have thought about this subject because of Larry. Larry who? Larry was my half-brother that I did not meet or know about until I was in my late fifties. We only talked a few times, and we saw each other four times. I learned about the need for family because of how Larry died. Larry had no family but me. Well, he had a few distant cousins but had no contact with them.
He died alone in his home, sitting in his chair. With no family or close friends, Larry sat lifeless in his chair for three days. Finally, the teenage boy next door wondered about him and went to check on him. He found him dead. That story has haunted me ever since. We all need family to check on us.
The Family is the cornerstone of humanity, the anchor that keeps us grounded amidst the chaos of life.
Our family is our source of love, our source of support, and our source of belonging that shapes our identity and provides a safety net in times of need. The importance of family cannot be overstated.
Our families are there for us through thick and thin, offering emotional support when we feel overwhelmed, helping us navigate the complexities of life, and providing a sense of belonging and purpose.
When God said, “It is not good for man to be alone,” (Gen 2:18) He wasn’t just talking about Adam needing a wife. He was foreshadowing the need for family—the irreplaceable family.
Lonnie Davis