We remember the fish we used to eat for free in Egypt. And we had all the cucumbers, melons, leeks, onions, and garlic we wanted. But now our appetites are gone. All we ever see is this manna! Numbers 11:5-6, NLT It is easy to get caught up looking at our past through rose colored glasses. We negate and forget the hardships that existed. In a way this is a blessing, but it can also become a trap. Looking back can cause us to resent the blessing of today. Developing a Perception that God is ... [Read More]
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Grief Exhaustion–God’s Refreshing for Those Who Suffer
I, too have been assigned months of futility, long and weary nights of misery. Lying in bed, I think, 'When will it be morning?' But the night drags on, and I toss till dawn. Job 7:3-4, NLT GRIEF EXHAUSTION Grief and sorrow create an exhaustion that takes hold of your mind, body, and spirit. I call it Grief Exhaustion Early in grief we weep and wail , sleeping and eating little. Once the pressing details of loss are taken care of, day-to-day drudgery takes over. The simplest things drain ... [Read More]
Your Promises: Elevation Worship Music and Video
Your Promises Elevation Worship When the weight of the world begins to fall On the Name of Jesus I will call For I know my God is in control and His purpose is unshakable Doesn't matter what I feel Doesn't matter what I see My hope will always be In Your promises to me Now I'm casting out all fear For Your love has set me free My hope will always be In Your promises to me As I walk into the days to come I will not forget what You have done For you have ... [Read More]
Resurrecting By Elevation Worship: Song and Video
RESURRECTING by Elevation Music The head that once was crowned with thorns Is crowned with glory now The Savior knelt to wash our feet Now at His feet we bow The One who wore our sin and shame Now robed in majesty The radiance of perfect love Now shines for all to see Your name, Your name is victory All praise will rise to Christ our King Your name, Your name is victory All praise will rise to Christ our King The fear that held us now gives way To Him who is our peace His ... [Read More]
Despair Leads to Hopelessness:But That’s Not the End
My days fly faster than a weaver's shuttle. They end without hope. O God, remember that my life is but a breath, and I will never again feel happiness. Job 7: 6-7, NLT Despair Leads to HOPELESSNESS HOPE is one of the most powerful forces in the world. I think the only thing that eclipses the power of HOPE is the power of LOVE. If there is a lack of either of these, it is easy for a person to simply give up. In the midst of lingering grief that leads to despair, it is easy to lose ... [Read More]
Finding Rest in the Midst of Grief
Then Jesus said, 'Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28, NLT The Importance of Rest Finding rest in the midst of grief can be difficult. Grieving is exhausting work and we have to make it a priority to rest. There is a conundrum in that though, because so much must be done that you don't feel like there is time to rest. What's more, the grief permeates your mind, heart, and body making it almost impossible to pause, be still, ... [Read More]
I Can’t Fix a Broken Heart–But I Know Who Can
I Can't Fix A Broken Heart--But I Know Who Can Today I am not presenting scripture, prayer cards, or pretty images. I am simply showing you my heart--my broken heart. Honesty Can I be honest with you? I'm tired and weary. Here I am, 18 days into a series to provide hope for grieving hearts and my heart is a little raw. Scratch that---Its a whole lot raw. Sorrows Aplenty I have a list of past losses, that still sting my heart and eyes. Since this series began, new losses and sorrows have ... [Read More]
Overflowing HOPE in the Midst of Grief
"I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13, NLT In the midst of sorrow, can you imagine being filled completely with HOPE? As we grieve the only thing we sense a fullness of is pain. What would our grief look like if we trusted God with it? God is the Source of HOPE According to Romans 15:3, God is the source of HOPE. It also says ... [Read More]
Hope and Pain Can Co-Exist
Jesus looked at them intently and said, 'Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God everything is possible. Matthew 19:26, NLT HOPE While Grieving? I know that in the pit of dark grief, HOPE seems impossible. The idea that HOPE and PAIN can live simultaneously makes no sense, yet while living through a season of grief--HOPE is essential. The only source of true HOPE is through Jesus Christ. Tonight was my first night of leading a grief support group. Each and every person wanted ... [Read More]
In Christ Alone: Song/Video
Lyrics In Christ alone my hope is found He is my light, my strength, my song This Cornerstone, this solid ground Firm through the fiercest drought and storm What heights of love, what depths of peace When fears are stilled, when strivings cease My Comforter, my All in All Here in the love of Christ I stand In Christ alone, who took on flesh Fullness of God in helpless babe This gift of love and righteousness Scorned by the ones He came to save 'Til on that cross as Jesus ... [Read More]
