Quote from the book what Happens When We Pray For Our Families. Evelyn: page 123
There are times when family members
deliberately cut off touching. A child
runs away or a spouse disappears. Also
there are times when family members could touch, but are emotionally separated
and refuse to communicate. Perhaps they
have distanced themselves from the family deliberately because of sin,
rebellion, aloofness, an independent lifestyle, or an unforgiving spirit. Our arms ache to hold that dear one close to
us—us in years past, but he or she will not allow it….
This is a sign loved ones need their
distance—but also is a sign they need prayer more than ever…
There is no distance too great, and
there is no rift too wide, to stop prayer.
God is so good. He gives us just what we need when we need
it. This chapter is perfect timing for me.
Thank you God!
Last night was a perfect
spring/summer evening. I sat on my porch
looking into the dark night sky, sprinkled with many twinkling stars. My mind wandered to a loved one who lives on
the far side of our country, who is going through a very difficult time. It is so hard to know how he is doing because
our communication is hard because he does not have a phone. As I looked up into the heavens, I prayed, “Oh
God, please help me to remember that you are taking care of my loved one.” Within a few minutes a falling star passed
right in front of me. It took my breath
away. I don’t know if God was trying to
show me that he was there taking care of my loved one, but I felt an overwhelming
peace after the tail of the falling star disappeared.
I cannot reach my arms
around my loved one, but God can.
Totally trusting God is what keeps me going, but at times it is so hard
to let go, and let God. Prayer is my
constant companion to keep me going. I
know God loves my family member, I know God knows my heart and I know he loves
my family member more than I ever could.
This passage of my life is
bringing a phase of totally trusting God, like never before because it is all I
have. I can’t touch, but God can.
Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Dear God,
I trust in you. I leave my loved one in your hand. Please fill me with your joy and peace as I trust in you. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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