Mer, could I encourage you to share this on your Instagram (and maybe even Facebook)? I’m not sure you’ve ever written anything “better” and I KNOW there are hurting, waiting souls out there who don’t even know Substack exists just yet. I am so deeply grateful to know a heart like yours for it touches mine profoundly and on the regular. Love you much, D ❤️
Thank you for reminding what I read in the Bible is truth. I will walk beside you on this journey. I have already been there 20 years ago. Never lose hope. 2nd Tim. 1:7 was my go to verse. Also Isaiah 41:13 For I am Jehovah your God, who takes hold of your right hand, who says to you, Do Not be afraid; I will help you.
This was very meaningful, Meredith. Thank you for sharing your heart and pointing us to His Word and to trust His sovereign, loving purposes in hard times. I pray that whatever you're facing right now would be in His capable hands and work out okay. I have been through times like you described, when life felt very uncertain, and specific challenges felt frightening. But I can say with confidence He is never scared, and He already knows the outcome. His Word says He will accomplish what concerns you, and I pray that you will rest in His peace and He will give you grace to abide in Him. I grew up on a farm, and the pictures from the barn looked very comforting to me. May His peace accompany you. You're right--momentarily light afflictions really are producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison. He fulfills His promises in His time and in His way. Praying for grace to trust Him one day at a time.
You’re so welcome, Meredith. Feel free to message me if you ever want specific prayer. You might enjoy some of my articles or videos. He sees you. He always remains steadfast. In my work, I help people deepen their connection with the Lord.
Our lives pass through many seasons, many trials, many blessings. I'm sorry you are suffering through difficult times right now.
The Bible indeed has God's truths in abundance that can leap from the pages into our hearts when we take time to settle and read His word.
I would encourage you to consider adding something to your reflection time. Get a small picture of Jesus the Good Shepherd - your Bible might even have one. Spend literally one minute (the whole 60 seconds) looking at the picture and saying softly and sincerely out loud "Jesus, I trust in you". Repeat it slowly. Take a deep breath along the way.
After the 60 seconds just sit in silence with your eyes closed. Silence is the invitation to the Holy Spirit. Just sit and don't think of anything. Just sit in the trust and confidence you have in Jesus that you just spoke to him. Sit in silence for five or ten minutes if you can.
This is a very simple way to clear our minds of worries, concerns, emotions, doubts, etc. It gives room for God's Grace to enter us and fill us a bit without reading or studying or engaging our brains in any way except trusting in Jesus.
I may have shouted just earlier today - “I can’t fix any of what’s going on so I’m spending every morning lifting my people to Jesus.” And truthfully most of the day as well. I’m right there with you Mer, crawling inside my Bible grasping at Truth. Thank you for sharing.
Mer, could I encourage you to share this on your Instagram (and maybe even Facebook)? I’m not sure you’ve ever written anything “better” and I KNOW there are hurting, waiting souls out there who don’t even know Substack exists just yet. I am so deeply grateful to know a heart like yours for it touches mine profoundly and on the regular. Love you much, D ❤️
Thank you, friend. I shared an excerpt both places with a link to the full article.❤️
Thank you for reminding what I read in the Bible is truth. I will walk beside you on this journey. I have already been there 20 years ago. Never lose hope. 2nd Tim. 1:7 was my go to verse. Also Isaiah 41:13 For I am Jehovah your God, who takes hold of your right hand, who says to you, Do Not be afraid; I will help you.
Thank you Mickey. There is nothing but hope 🤍🙏
I love reading truth, thank you.
Thanks for being here
This was very meaningful, Meredith. Thank you for sharing your heart and pointing us to His Word and to trust His sovereign, loving purposes in hard times. I pray that whatever you're facing right now would be in His capable hands and work out okay. I have been through times like you described, when life felt very uncertain, and specific challenges felt frightening. But I can say with confidence He is never scared, and He already knows the outcome. His Word says He will accomplish what concerns you, and I pray that you will rest in His peace and He will give you grace to abide in Him. I grew up on a farm, and the pictures from the barn looked very comforting to me. May His peace accompany you. You're right--momentarily light afflictions really are producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison. He fulfills His promises in His time and in His way. Praying for grace to trust Him one day at a time.
Thank you for this very encouraging word, Susan! And thank you for helping me feel seen. 🤍
You’re so welcome, Meredith. Feel free to message me if you ever want specific prayer. You might enjoy some of my articles or videos. He sees you. He always remains steadfast. In my work, I help people deepen their connection with the Lord.
Meredith I gather you are fighting your own storm. I just want you to know there are many of us praying for you.
YOU ARE STRONGER THAN THE STORM
Hi Meredith,
Our lives pass through many seasons, many trials, many blessings. I'm sorry you are suffering through difficult times right now.
The Bible indeed has God's truths in abundance that can leap from the pages into our hearts when we take time to settle and read His word.
I would encourage you to consider adding something to your reflection time. Get a small picture of Jesus the Good Shepherd - your Bible might even have one. Spend literally one minute (the whole 60 seconds) looking at the picture and saying softly and sincerely out loud "Jesus, I trust in you". Repeat it slowly. Take a deep breath along the way.
After the 60 seconds just sit in silence with your eyes closed. Silence is the invitation to the Holy Spirit. Just sit and don't think of anything. Just sit in the trust and confidence you have in Jesus that you just spoke to him. Sit in silence for five or ten minutes if you can.
This is a very simple way to clear our minds of worries, concerns, emotions, doubts, etc. It gives room for God's Grace to enter us and fill us a bit without reading or studying or engaging our brains in any way except trusting in Jesus.
Peace & Blessings to you and yours!
✨️🕊🙏🎊✨️
I may have shouted just earlier today - “I can’t fix any of what’s going on so I’m spending every morning lifting my people to Jesus.” And truthfully most of the day as well. I’m right there with you Mer, crawling inside my Bible grasping at Truth. Thank you for sharing.
That was very powerful and resonated with me deeply! Thank you for writing this piece.
Thank you for this!! It truly spoke to me in this season of my life,Keeping you and your family in my prayers!