Posted by Simus on May 19, 2004, at 0:52:58
In reply to Re: Sandy » LynneDa, posted by SandyWeb on May 18, 2004, at 18:28:06
Sandy,
It says in Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope."
God has a good plan for your life, whether or not you can see it now. And it is NEVER too late for God to make a difference in your life and to use you. He will surprise you if you let Him.
Isaiah 61:3 says "He will give beauty for ashes, joy instead of mourning, praise instead of despair. For the Lord has planted them like strong and graceful oaks for His own glory."
Do you have any ashes that you would like to exchange for beauty, or any mourning or despair that could be exchanged for joy and praise?
Don't bother trying to convince me that these promises don't apply to you, or that your circumstances are just too bad, because I am already in faith concerning your future and I chose to see God's view of your situation instead of yours. Like me or not, believe me or not, that's just the way it is.
You NEED people in your life to stand with you and see you through this. Please reconsider and call the number of the church I gave you. It isn't that far away. Just swallow your pride one more time and ask for a ride to church for you and your children, at least once. If you do this just once, I will never bring it up again.
God bless.
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