Book Review: To Walk in Heaven's Light

Using Poetry to Honor and Remember Those We Have Lost

By Farris Yawn

Losing someone close to you is one of the hardest things you may ever endure. It can be hard to find comfort and peace when your grief is fresh, even if the death was expected.

During his many years ministering to grieving families and friends, Pastor, DR. C.R. Hill, Jr. found a unique way to provide comfort. In addition to being an ordained Methodist minister, Dr. Hill is a talented and accomplished poet.

Many years ago, he began writing poems to read at the funeral services he officiated. Each poem is a personal tribute to the persons life that inspired it, as well as a glimpse of the life that now awaits them in glory. His latest book, To Walk in Heavens Light, is a collection of these poems, but that description does not do it justice. It is so much more than that.

Dr. Hills verse is very comforting in the midst of a familys sorrow. It gives them solace when they hear it or read it years later.

However, you do not have to have a personal connection to these poems to appreciate the message of these verses or to find peace from his words. As you read, you will recognize yourself and your loved ones in many places within these pages, as well as the assurance of life everlasting.

This book is appropriate for anyone, whether dealing with grief or simply looking for comfort and guidance on their spiritual journey.