It's been a difficult couple of years. My father passed away in December of 2009. Then, just last month, my mother-in-law lost her battle with lung cancer. This past Wednesday, my mother passed away.
Words cannot describe how I feel. My heart is filled with an incredible sadness. There are so many things I don't understand regarding the last couple of years of my parents' lives. I know I just need to give it all to God, and I am. I am reminded of Psalm 46:10: "Be still and know that I am God." I trust, in His time, he will show me.
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Ms. Jane,
I'm so sorry to hear about your losses...loosing a parent is always difficult and sometimes there's no words or actions that seems to comfort....when I read your post this scripture came to mind so usually when that happens I trust that God wants me to share so.....
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Only he knows the plans for us all....I'll be praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.
Many blessings.
I am so sorry about your losses too. I know all this must be overwhelming, coming so close together, but your faith will help you through it all.
Prayers for you today
Sara
It's so hard to lose our loved ones...I don't think we can ever truly be "ready" for that, but I absolutely believe we'll meet them one day in heaven. I love listening to that song "I Can Only Imagine" by Mercy Me, and not only picturing myself walking with our Lord, but walking with my mom again.
*hugs*
I am very sorry for your loss and sadness, Jane. It's never easy saying good-bye, especially if there are unanswered questions.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences!
Wow, that is a lot of loss in a short time. I am so glad that Christ came on earth and can empathize with our losses and struggles!
My condolences... you'll get through this. Grieving is a part of life and gives us hope for a better future.
So sorry for your loss.Praying that the Lord will hold you tightly in His arms and give you His peace and comfort.
Im so sorry for your loss. I don't know what it is to lose a parent, but I'm sure it's harder than words can even describe. May God bless you with strength, peace and grace now and in the days to come.
My {{{hugs}}} and prayers are with you. I hope you will find comfort in fond memories. Keep your family close by, they are the ones that will bring you that sustaining comfort you will need along with our Savior's strength.
Hey Jane,
You know how I feel. You are my long-distance "sister", and my heart breaks for you. But I believe with all my heart that this isn't the end. We will be with our loved ones eventually. I'm certain of it. I'm so looking forward to being with my Dad again. His faith was powerful and sustained him all through his illness, and that in turn, inspired and sustained us. I know he's there waiting for us. And I agree about the song, "I Can Only Imagine." Every time I hear it, I just feel so lifted up and comforted.
We all love you here, Jane. And we are thinking of you and praying for you.
Hugs,
Sherry
And Laura, thanks for the Scripture reminder. I love that one.
I'm so sorry you are going through these difficult days. It is so hard to lose our loved ones. I am blessed to still have my parents and in-laws, but they are old and not well, and my husband and I know we are facing difficult times ahead. I hope you find the peace and comfort that only God can give us. Blessings to you and your family.
so so sorry about your mom. my thoughts are with you.
It's so hard to lose your mom and it doesn't seem to matter how old you are or how old they are...it just hurts. I'm so sorry you loss your mom. I'm happy that you found a scripture that helps you deal with what you didn't understand about your parents. It's never easy.
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