Comments on: “So we do not lose heart…”

By: Just Julie

Just Julie — Wed, 27 Aug 2014 21:27:10 +0000

In reply to Kay in Cornwall. We know and are thankful for that love and those prayers, dear Kay and Alan... xoxoxo

By: Kay in Cornwall

Kay in Cornwall — Wed, 27 Aug 2014 17:35:02 +0000

Can’t think of anything original to write – the comments above have said it all.
Just know that we love you and pray for you.
xxoo

By: Just Julie

Just Julie — Wed, 27 Aug 2014 12:19:40 +0000

In reply to Diane Aro. Thank you so much Diane. "The other side of it" sounds hopeful to me. I need a bigger picture view, for sure. Love to you dear friend... xoxo

By: Diane Aro

Diane Aro — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 19:32:26 +0000

That was beautiful, Julie – beautifully expressed. I am so, so grateful to hear about Nancy. She was sent to help you through this and to see you to the other side of it, when you’ll be able to see the “bigger picture” the way it seems she can, now that her husband is at peace. Sending you and Michael love everyday!

By: Just Julie

Just Julie — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 16:48:11 +0000

In reply to Ginny.

Pat and Ginny, thank you both. I’m a bit of a fixer too, or at least I’ve always tried. Which in hindsight is sort of laughable now. I take comfort in the love and prayers of friends like you, and know with absolute certainly that this will all be “fixed” in Heaven. Yay! So much to look forward to… Love you both… xoxo

By: Ginny

Ginny — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 13:37:15 +0000

Jewel, the hard part for me is that I am a “fixer” and I want to make this better for you, and I cannot…. I want to say things that are from the Lord to soothe and encourage or at least relieve your heart for even a moment, but I end up crying instead. Seeing friends hurting, both you and my buddy Peggy and so many others, causes me to groan deep inside as I pray for each one. It does not completely “fix” the situation, but for some wonderful reason, rather than shaking my fist at Him and being bitter, I desire to proclaim that God is good and He is Merciful and He knows and understands and He is righteous…and we are His children….
There is my hope…. That I desire to still trust Him… even when nothing makes any sense.
I see that in you, Jewel! Through the tears and heartache you turn your face towards Him. And you know He is Good….

By: Pat

Pat — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 12:32:04 +0000

Oh Julie, that was so beautiful and I am praying that your pain eases and God gives you the peace that passes all understanding. Life certainly has its way with us, but I’m thankful we serve a God who is full of grace and compassion, slow to anger and abounding in love!

By: Just Julie

Just Julie — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 11:39:31 +0000

In reply to Connie Parkinson. I hope someday we do get to meet and give each other a hug, Connie! I'll send one through Christy to you somehow... xoxo

By: Connie Parkinson

Connie Parkinson — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 05:19:33 +0000

Oh Julie, my heart wrenches for you. If I were there, I would simply hug you. Xoxo

By: Just Julie

Just Julie — Mon, 25 Aug 2014 19:06:11 +0000

In reply to Peggy Johns.

Peggy, you are so right about how we never knew things would be this painful or difficult. I can’t tell you how many people I’ve spoken to who are reeling these days from this same realization. And yes, it is meant to send us straight to the Lord, which is what we all need no matter what our circumstances. You are so kind and encouraging with your words… however I have much to learn about submitting to the Lord. I’m so grateful for his mercy each and every day… God bless you and bless you and bless you, dear Peggy. xoxo