I’ve heard of people, that in face of great danger, sacrifice, turmoil or opposition, they praise the Lord instead of complain. Many find it inspiring that someone would have such great faith to actually praise the Lord in terrible circumstances.
I’m beginning to believe, though, that they praise him not because of great faith but because of their need for great faith.
These last days have been hard. New things have arisen. Jac0b is safe. Everyone is safe. No one’s going anywhere. We are more certain as ever before that things are happening as they should. But things have happened–things which I cannot talk about it and I’m sorry to be vague. But I need you to know even though this is exactly right and you’ll see smiles in the pictures, there is more going on. Isn’t there always?
When I have been at my lowest, I have been singing praise because I need to believe. I need more faith that He is good, that He’s working everything out for our good and that He can be trusted. I praise Him because if I do not, I am lost in despair, in grief, in anxiety, and in anger.
My heart is longing more than ever for God to rescue us forevermore from this sin that entangles us. We are all slaves to these feeble bodies. And the consequences are sometimes more than I can handle. I do not want to beg for his coming so others have time to know him, but today I do.
Today I praise and today I beg.
Pray for us?
Prayers to you and your family, friend.
Thank you!
Thanks, Jenny.
Oh Amy.
We stand behind you, supporting you and your family in prayers.
” I am lost in despair, in grief, in anxiety, and in anger.” made me instantly think of feelings a friend and I were sharing in messages yesterday, .. and were crying with each other,… and we were listening to http://julietrue.com/online-healing-room (I have to admit I wasn’t sure what to expect from the title, but I’ll be listening again and again in quiet moments, with kleenex)
He will hear you. He will carry you. And soon we’ll give Him the glory for the results of this season of change.
Thank you, Deb. I’m going to check that out.
Praying here too!!
Thank you!
Praying for you all. When times get tough for me, I think of 3 B’s (take a deep (B)reathe, (B)e still and know that God is with you and (B)elieve that He is in control)
Hang in there my friend!
Those are GOOD. I’m going to try to remember that.
Last week my neice was shot in the head. Within a few hours a had lost a lot of Faith. Within a few days I had no Faith what so ever. I prayed and I prayed for help to regain my Faith in humanity, in life, in love, in God. I felt awful but was really struggling with the feelings of having no Faith. My prayers were answered, my Faith in all was restored and I praised God for helping me with all of that. I pray for you and your family and hope that you too can have Faith! Much love from KC!
Oh my goodness, Kim. I’m so sorry to hear about your niece. I’m thankful the Lord was close to you. I’m saying a prayer for you and your family right now.
Praying Amy, so sorry but I know God is in this. Stay strong!
Blessings,
Cyndi
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Of course we will pray for you. You are doing a hard thing but a God thing. He is here. Lean into that.
May God give you…
For every storm, a rainbow,
For every tear, a smile,
For every care, a promise,
And a blessing in each trial.
For every problem life sends,
A faithful friend to share,
For every sigh, a sweet song,
And an answer for each prayer.