All I am asking from you is that you keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I face my FAITH hurdles face on. I have never ever been told life is easy and I do not expect that. I expect and hope to follow HIS plan for me. I do know that IT WILL GET BETTER, but right now I am in the middle of it and struggling. I want it to get better, but I do believe that this issue may take TIME. I may not like it, but that is my life and situation right now. My ultimate goal is to Follow HIM through thick and thin and that is what I am going for. I remind myself of the quote "Never, never, never give up" and I keep telling myself that over and over again. Thank you for the thoughts and prayers in advance. They truly make my day special!
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On a lighter note, remember to wear green today!!!
Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!!
18 comments:
Yes, He has a plan for you. But it's more than that. It's something that He CREATED you for... a place that only you can fill and giftings that He gave only YOU.
I know what it's like to have challenges. And when you have to work harder than everyone else, it makes you that much stronger. And able to understand when someone else struggles too.
One of my favorite quotes, "don't waste the lesson". Use it for good. Let God work through it, and work through you.
You are a blessing!
Elyse,
I am praying for you now just as always. Try to keep in mind that He often sends us adversity to help us grow in our walk.
Im with Rachel. I believe that you are struggling as you say for a reason. God is working now in your life. Stay focused on finding His will. It there is anyone I know that can stare adversity in the face and break down the walls, it is YOU!
Love and Prayers,
Tim
Elyse,
I've always liked the quote, "If He brings you to it, He'll bring you through it." I'm with Tim...it's in times like these that you will grow the most in your relationship with the Lord. You have the best outlook knowing what your ultimate goal is and keeping your heart open to be led by His plan for you. Hang in there, girl. I'll be praying for you!
Courtney
Elyse~ I am so glad that you shared this with us. I love Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans that I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope for the future." I think you are going to be a wonderful teacher. I know the Lord has great things in store for you. I will pray that the Lord will help you through these struggles. Love, Martha
Continuing to lift you up in prayer Elyse!
Keeping you in my prayers.
Praying for you daily.
Have I told you I love you?!...you are precious! Thank you for being so real and sharing your faith with us. You are so strong...you will get through this and be able to witness to others because of it! I am on my knees praying for you, girl!
Praying for you as you find your way through His plan.
Hugs!
Hang in there Elyse. I'm on the other side of recent faith hurdles. Here are some verses that helped me during that time:
Psalm 51
Phillippians 3:13-14
You WILL clear these hurdles. I'm sure of it!
Praying for you.... :)
Just wanted you to know that I'll be praying for you!
Don't worry, I'm in a similar place. You've just gotta keep your faith, keep studying and praising Him, even if it's just in your bedroom. College is the hardest time to stay active in a church. I'll be praying for you.
Oh, Elyse. All of us are struggling! I think that's why those who don't follow Him are skeptical...but that is life. I have noticed how when things get tough, I really get praying and when things are good, I'm busy with busyness. Sometimes it's just Him nudging us in the right direction. Hang on to that faith through prayer and know that He is in control! I know that many others will be encouraged by your honesty. Take care!
Hang in there...I promise it will get better. In the meantime, continue to hold on to God's unfailing hand. He will never leave you or forsake you. :o)
Praying...
Love ya,
Beth
Elyse,
Right after I read your post, I went to this one:
http://homekeepingheart.blogspot.com/2009/03/seeds-family-worship.html
Check out the video in the post. Sounds like a great plan to me. :o)
Love ya!
I have often struggled...I will be praying!
It's true girl...HE does have a plan for you! It's always comforting to know that others share the same struggles, and in that you can find strength, but with Him holding your hand, you make it through! Keep your chin up sweetie!
Thanks for posting this. I really appreciate your honesty.
Hang in there! Many prayers for you!
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