If that is the "only" healing I get, I want to be satisfied. My complete physical healing may never come. My family may never find healing. In the end those are not the things that truly matter. Don't get me wrong, I want them desperately and pray for them daily - but it can't be my focus.
I want to live a life of gratitude for what Christ did for a sinner like me. A woman who was in the pit for years. Shoot - I jumped in that pit. I stayed there because I thought I was having a good time. I made choices and decisions to sin. AND HE STILL CHOSE TO DIE FOR ME! He took the punishment to bring me peace.
Peace! That is what I would like my life to model. It's hard when anger is being spewed at me. When I see my kids suffering. When I want to "right a wrong." Then I remember it is not up to me to make all things right. God is in charge. He is the avenger. He is the healer. He is going to bring beauty from ashes.
Lord, I want to live a life worthy of your sacrifice. I want to live as the "healed" child that I am. Full of peace, joy, love, faithfulness, goodness, kindness. Remind me of the price you paid. Thank you for loving me and choosing me. A sinner, one who would turn my back on you. Thank you for what you will continue to do in our lives.
We are healed......
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And thank you Sheryl for all you do for me. You are a gifted writer and encourager but the gift I most envy (in a good, Christian way)is the way you "hear" from God. One example is your "bird verse". I love your openness and transparency. Thanks for sharing your journey with me. Looking forward to being face to face.
Love, Linda
Love that song Sherly! One of my favorites. Thanks for the reminder today to live! I love ya to pieces!
KB
You are ALWAYS such an encouragement, Sheryl, and I am SO SORRY you must live with this physical struggle. Life seems completely filled with them sometimes and can feel overwhelming. I know you must have those days, too - boy I do - but you press on and do it with joy. I'm so glad we're friends. :)
That was so powerful to watch -- and humbling! It was good to stop during this busy day and take note of the price Jesus paid!
Thanks Sheryl, for pointing us to Jesus and for all He did for us! Truly, only His blood can wash away our sins! What a tremendous sacrifice He made for you & me!
Beautifully written. You have such a way with words. Thank you for that post...amen sister!
you said it but this is exactly where I am at right now.
"My family may never find healing. In the end those are not the things that truly matter. Don't get me wrong, I want them desperately and pray for them daily - but it can't be my focus.
I want to live a life of gratitude for what Christ did for a sinner like me. A woman who was in the pit for years. Shoot - I jumped in that pit. I stayed there because I thought I was having a good time. I made choices and decisions to sin. AND HE STILL CHOSE TO DIE FOR ME! He took the punishment to bring me peace.
Peace! That is what I would like my life to model. It's hard when anger is being spewed at me. When I see my kids suffering. When I want to "right a wrong." Then I remember it is not up to me to make all things right. God is in charge. He is the avenger. He is the healer. He is going to bring beauty from ashes."
God reminded me this past week in my study time that he sees me and my struggles also my heart and he fights for me I just need to be still.
Here are the scriptures he gave me. 2 Chronicles 16:9
For the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throught the earth that he may strongly support those whose heart is completely His.
and
Exodus 14:14
The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent.
AWSOME! What and AWSOME God we serve!
Susan
Sheryl,
Your posts always bless me...this is a song I needed to hear today......I love your honesty....You are a special person
Beautiful post about a truth we all need to hold close to our hearts!
That video was so incredibly hard to watch. I know that's what He went through and it was even worse than that. I can't imagine. Thanks for sharing. I don't believe a coule years ago I could of watched as much of that video as I did. I am def growing and God is moving. I feel like the suffering that I been through the last couple years has made me suffering along with Him. Eventhough it's not exactly what He went through or even to that extreme but it was extreme to me, and He understands and knows.
The same with you friend. I pray healing over your body right now in Jesus Name. I pray for every limb and layer to be peeled back, revealed and healed in your precious name, Jesus.
I just listened to a sermon on the supernatural. I felt lead to share that with you for some reason. God wants to use us all in supernatural ways, for His glory!!!
Standing with you for healing in all areas of your life! He wants to use you in even more mighty and powerful ways than He already has, but to do that He wants to make you whole first!
Love you friend,
Nicole
Knowing that every stripe on His back was for me causes my heart to be obedient.
Sheryl, I'm always blessed by your writing, I too had jumped in the pit.:(
love and hugs~Tammy
You got it right dear friend! The only place "real heartfelt piece" can be found, is in HIM. Love the song! Thank you for sharing it, and thank you for writing out your heart thoughts for us. We are all on the journey together, and we all need each other. You are loved!!
Ok, it's not that I can't relate...
I want to also be able to say that He is all I need! It's just that I seem so far from having the faith to believe it.
You are doing a great thing here Sheryl. Thanks for your encouraging words.
Kim
beatutifully said
As usual, a beautiful post written by a beautiful, healed YOU.
Oh man, I can't see the video. Maybe it's blocked from here at work. I'll have to look when I get home.
You really are such a blessing in your writing Sheryl.
Love you!
Suzanne :)
Living like the healed me--love that. Blessings.
We are healed...
Thanks Sheryl for your prayers, we came home with a GOOD report!
I'm still praying for you♥
amen. amen. now if i would only be able to remember that... sigh...
Words can't say express what you mean to me, my friend. You encourage me on so many levels and you remind me to be real.
This journey that we are on have been filled with so many things but I am honored to have you apart of my life thorough it.
I love you..
Laura
love to you Sheryl
Sheryl,
This was awesome and filled with truth. Truth of God and the honest truth of us.
Lovingly,
Yolanda
Hi Sheryl,
Thanks for checking in and praying. I so appreciate you and am so glad to see on your "update" that you are feeling a little better. I'm praying for you as well.
Amen Sis,
This is truly a heartfelt post and you my sister have such a heart for those whom you love!!!.
I pray and stand in the gap with you for the Lord to continue to fill you his peace that surpasses all understanding. Peace that will calm the storms in our lives, peace that will allow you go forward knowing he is in control. You are so loved my sistah!!! and I thank the Lord for you and for your honesty, courage, and strength. you will have sucj a powerful testimony that will bring healing to women everywhere I jsut know it.
Luv ya Lorie
Amen my friend! Yes, physical healing is nice. But God is more interested in our heart. He wants to know that it is healed. May we never forget that healing comes in more ways than one. Thank you for that great reminder! And I LOVE that song!
I just found your blog and thank you so much for the reminder today! It is one that is always welcome!
My favorite song ever!
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