Truly Blessed
One day as he saw the crowds gathering, Jesus went up on the mountainside and sat down. His disciples gathered around him, and he began to teach them.
“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. ~ Matthew 5:1-3 (emphasis mine)
Last week I shared with you that “Life is Not Always Fair”. I have to admit that I lost it completely last week at work; I cried like a little girl. Although holding it together to outsiders, my husband’s medical condition has been wearing on me physically and mentally.
As the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 5 was read in church on Sunday, God nudged me to stop feeling sorry for myself. Many of us have challenges this side of heaven. Jesus reminds us in John 16 that we will (not may) have trials and sorrows.
“I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” ~ John 16:33
Never in a million years have I imagined our “Golden Years” being rampaged with severe medical conditions. I was looking forward to enjoying life with travel, experiencing new things. However, God has been using our journey to encourage others to keep going, to never give up, always trusting in Him, always have hope. God is not done with us yet.
As I mentioned, I lost it last week. I am truly blessed to work for a woman who is a follower of Christ. Not only that, her husband has been sick for the past 16 years. She encouraged me to continue to trust Him with the rest of our journey, and to continue to do everything to the glory of God.
I want to close my thoughts with a song that has been encouraging to me. It seems it comes on the radio when I need it most.
Lord of Heaven and Earth. Thank You for always being beside me. Thank You for the people you have placed in my life. I am truly blessed. In the precious name of Jesus, Amen.
Iris, I am still praying for God’s answers for you both. He does not forget us. We care.