tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post3948136640083178571..comments2024-02-17T17:59:25.010+10:00Comments on Christian Writers Downunder: Jeanette O'Haganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11057798704247611224noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-55943621148938472512013-08-06T22:55:02.116+10:002013-08-06T22:55:02.116+10:00I'm sorry you're going through a hard time...I'm sorry you're going through a hard time, Di. Clinging to God's promises is sometimes all we can do, even when it appears our faith has been shattered. <br /><br />Praying for you. <br /><br />LeeThese thoughts lovingly crafted by mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04466128274858068056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-18606633575855189632013-08-04T15:59:17.835+10:002013-08-04T15:59:17.835+10:00Thanks for the blessings Jo-Anne....belonging here...Thanks for the blessings Jo-Anne....belonging here, to this site has certainly been a place for me to find some inspiration, encouragement and comfort.<br />Di Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-38783567789312010142013-08-02T08:25:45.469+10:002013-08-02T08:25:45.469+10:00Hi Di! Thank you so much for your honest, loving a...Hi Di! Thank you so much for your honest, loving and thoughtful blog. And I think it's so special too how everyone else who has commented has related to and encouraged you. Recently, I had to prepare a message on Psalm 23, which I find such an encouraging psalm, even though it is often read only at funerals! So may your soul continue to be restored in the days to come, just as that psalm talks about. God bless.Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-6158445057811397192013-07-31T07:17:35.750+10:002013-07-31T07:17:35.750+10:00Hi Dale, I am fascinated with all the comments of ...Hi Dale, I am fascinated with all the comments of how we do react in the face of difficult times...and also reminded we all travel through the valley at some time, but God's grace above all our coping processes is the way out and through the valley.<br />xx DiDi Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-84837968931445644572013-07-31T07:14:58.252+10:002013-07-31T07:14:58.252+10:00Hi Nola,'richly cling onto Him' such a del...Hi Nola,'richly cling onto Him' such a delightful phrase....I will certainly be borrowing that from you! <br />Will also look up Sheridan's book...thanks!<br />XX DiDi Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-19016137177775513552013-07-30T15:35:51.108+10:002013-07-30T15:35:51.108+10:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09673431918604672313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-69154065441593748062013-07-30T07:31:06.811+10:002013-07-30T07:31:06.811+10:00Sometimes it is hard when God doesn't answer a...Sometimes it is hard when God doesn't answer as, or when, we expect. I think most of us could relate to that. Thanks for so honestly sharing your feelings and God's grace in time away and creation.No Matter what is happening in my life I can't imagine not reading though. But that's me. We all react differently.Dalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14217918666756258037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-47076281153983330472013-07-30T06:47:17.832+10:002013-07-30T06:47:17.832+10:00Hi Di - Thankyou for sharing your heart. As other...Hi Di - Thankyou for sharing your heart. As others have said, your story isn't over yet and one day you'll be able to look back and see how the different parts of your life have been woven together for good. My husband and I have also had to face the loss of a dream over the last few years, and while it has been difficult, we are already starting to see how God is working through that and has made our relationship with him deeper. We recently read Sheridan Voysey's book Resurrection Year which we found really helpful. It's a very hopeful book, but doesn't give pat answers. I'd highly recommend it. May God bless you richly as you cling onto Him.Nola Passmorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08425394685430146759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-21321646264199632082013-07-29T21:15:37.428+10:002013-07-29T21:15:37.428+10:00Oh Margaret how God must look at us as He watches ...Oh Margaret how God must look at us as He watches us go thru the valley, He knows we are going to see His goodness in a bad situation EVENTUALLY!<br /><br />7 years is a long time, but I am sure your character has been built in a way that brings glory to God.<br />Di Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-34870768340095481972013-07-29T21:09:16.170+10:002013-07-29T21:09:16.170+10:00Thank you! Am already feeling the benefit of adde...Thank you! Am already feeling the benefit of added prayers!<br /><br />So often when I am travelling in the 'valley'....I think I am the only one travelling the road! So nice to have the encouragement and reminder of hope, especially thru gals like 'our redheaded Anne', and friends from CWD!<br /><br />xx Di Di Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-73048895541096451232013-07-29T21:03:52.174+10:002013-07-29T21:03:52.174+10:00Thanks for the hugs Rita...greatly appreciated!
W...Thanks for the hugs Rita...greatly appreciated!<br /><br />We know God has got His plans for good....just a little hopeful they may come to pass sooner than later!<br /><br />Di Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-7154934249715037242013-07-29T21:01:50.238+10:002013-07-29T21:01:50.238+10:00Thanks Jenny, I love your comment 'besides we ...Thanks Jenny, I love your comment 'besides we are still in the middle of the story'. <br /><br />Even since writing this piece we have found glimpses of God's face shining on us and do feel the blessing of His peace.<br /><br />I love this forum for the blessings I have found in the camaraderie of companions on the journey of life.....will certainly be looking you up on Jenny's threads.<br />xx DiDi Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-84629225444941439572013-07-29T20:38:19.521+10:002013-07-29T20:38:19.521+10:00Yes, Di, I can also identify with what you wrote a...Yes, Di, I can also identify with what you wrote and really appreciate your openness. Trusting our heavenly Father is the only way to go, and I pray that He will give you His peace, which truly passes understanding. The time I REALLY experienced that peace was when I was hit with the worst shock. In among all the bad stuff it was a most precious experience. The Lord has worked good through those circumstances, but it took 7 years. I hope things will resolve more quickly for you! Margaret Lepkehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08147233663724759684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-81457085198754888712013-07-29T20:04:49.696+10:002013-07-29T20:04:49.696+10:00There's some song lyrics that go - 'I just...There's some song lyrics that go - 'I just want to live happily ever after - every now and then.' For me, fiction reminds me that those moments do exist in everyday life for everyday people. When I was going through a hard time some years ago, I fell upon my favorite fiction. Our redheaded Anne was one read, and Jane Eyre was the other. There is so much hope in those stories. It's the hope that lifts, and we know that God gives hope and a future to all those who seek Him. Praying for a great boost of hope for you, Di. xoRose Deehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00916783669139743112noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-61878050184122036192013-07-29T15:27:30.563+10:002013-07-29T15:27:30.563+10:00My heart goes out to you Di.
And yes, like both y...My heart goes out to you Di.<br /><br />And yes, like both you and Jenny have commented, your story isn't finished yet. Our wonderful Father is always there holding us through all the hurts life throws at us. We just need to trust Him for the outcome. Easier said than done at times, but He knows what lies ahead even though the future might appear bleak at the present moment.<br /><br />So glad you got away awhile. Even Jesus needed a restorative time. Cyber hugs!!!!Rita Galiehhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14586506137798711397noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-33368496093027726602013-07-29T12:15:07.471+10:002013-07-29T12:15:07.471+10:00Hi Di
I just wrote a response and lost it. Arggh c...Hi Di<br />I just wrote a response and lost it. Arggh computers.<br />Just to say, I can relate to that feeling of struggle and realization that a situation isn't necessarily heading towards a "happily ever after" wrapped up in a pink bow. My brother suicided 11 years ago and I have recent bitter death of cherished dreams, ill health and spiritual dryness (I didn't speak to God more or less for two years - so glad HE didn't give up on ME). In each case God met me (and my family) at my point of need - in very special ways. Not that everything is perfect - still on this journey of healing and renewal.<br /><br />I agree that some books can give almost a saccharine outlook on life with neatly tied up endings - and life is not like that. It's usually pretty messy. I prefer books that acknowledge that messiness without succumbing to despair. And I know our God is a God of miracles - some big but more often small, daily miracles of renewal, hope and love.<br /><br />Besides we are still in the middle of the story - both personally and in the wider plan of God. Praying that God will meet you, your husband and son at your point of need.<br /><br />While not knowing what the situation is with your son, perhaps this might connect with you in some small way http://jennysthread.com/in-clay-jars/<br /><br />Blessings JennyJeanette O'Haganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11057798704247611224noreply@blogger.com