The Death of Steve Jobs

Anyone who loves technology knows about Steve Jobs.  He's the legendary former CEO and cofounder of Apple.  His vision has led Apple to do amazing products like the iPhone, iPod, iPad, and Mac computers.  Today he died after battling pancreatic cancer for years. 

I've always thought of Jobs as the puppetmaster behind Apple.  That's a definite non-Apple user's perspective, but not a judgment of his character at all.  I don't know much about him as a person, but he was clearly a genius with great vision. 

But death is always an opportunity to think of life, purpose, and eternity.  My prayer is that Steve Jobs is a follower of Jesus and is with Him today in paradise.  And though there are people all over the world who will feel the loss of such a well known and influential man, I especially think of his family.  Pray for them.  Because in these difficult times, God is ready and willing to come alongside us.  

Jobs changed the world with his genius and the tech nerd in me is grateful.  But our true purpose goes beyond building a business, working hard, or being good.  Take this opportunity to change the world for THE Cause of Christ so that death can be just a gateway to eternity for all those we can influence.