The only time I heard Uncle Cockie preach was at my gran's funeral. His words about heaven took on new significance when I heard he had died. Listen to what he had to say about coming face-to-face with Jesus.

Oom Cockie was a hard worker right up into his nineties. His example had a profound impact on may people - including Bishop Mokwena, whose eulogy we listen to in today's devotion.

Uncle Cockie compared faith to a good vehicle and hope to petrol. Listen to him talk here, and hear the hope that he had in his Lord!

Uncle Cockie knew the Holy Spirit's empowering, turning him from sinner to saint. What an example he was to us!

My great uncle Cockie died a few weeks ago. He was a humble man of God! He made me think of Jesus' words in Matthew 6 about treasures in heaven.