tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post2673054562881048789..comments2023-12-30T18:31:41.652-07:00Comments on Choose Joy in the Journey: Waking Up to HopeSaleslady371http://www.blogger.com/profile/15962608799409882219noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-55072194269738818522012-02-07T12:42:27.927-07:002012-02-07T12:42:27.927-07:00There are so many amazing & inspiring people a...There are so many amazing & inspiring people around us. I am looking forward to going to see Joyce Meyers this weekend.<br />You have been in my thoughts as well... xoMFEO2009https://www.blogger.com/profile/04204650566306925124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-44619312488173327642012-02-06T12:54:44.284-07:002012-02-06T12:54:44.284-07:00Beautiful post, Mary!
I didn't know this abou...Beautiful post, Mary!<br /><br />I didn't know this about Carol Kent - oh my, what a testimony she is to the faith and hope we have in the Lord!<br /><br />It was my pleasure to be a small part of your mom's last days. I hope that all of your family has been comforted in these last days by our prayers.<br /><br />God is so good.<br /><br />GOD BLESS!Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00840994989201507494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-4799705117453497822012-02-06T05:52:27.572-07:002012-02-06T05:52:27.572-07:00My daughter heard this program and told me about i...My daughter heard this program and told me about it. I can't imagine how a mother's heart would break in such a painful situation. What my daughter mentioned is that so many times we go through a trying time but there is light at the end. This is a trial that will never end.Pamelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14577919062812348914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-56604581176777681532012-02-05T11:59:52.571-07:002012-02-05T11:59:52.571-07:00What an inspirational title, "Waking up to Ho...What an inspirational title, "Waking up to Hope" ... wow, Mary!!!<br />Again, you've provided delicious food for thought ... thank you!<br />Love you,<br />MyraMevely317https://www.blogger.com/profile/14786988262452989091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-83359665213234877812012-02-05T07:59:40.407-07:002012-02-05T07:59:40.407-07:00Even in the most heart wrenching circumstances, Go...Even in the most heart wrenching circumstances, God has a plan. We may not understand it, but we can trust that it is better than we could think up. Maybe Carol's son is going to come to repentance (if he hasn't already) and reach others for Christ in jail... Who knows? Well, God does. What an amazing testimony she has on relying on God and trusting His way NO MATTER WHAT! Blessings to you! JoanJoan Davis (Jo)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02305888520649862063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-32010534478952506692012-02-05T02:05:48.508-07:002012-02-05T02:05:48.508-07:00What a great post. So often we forget God's pr...What a great post. So often we forget God's promise to be with us, no matter what. Blessings on you and your family. I am following you!From The Hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15921768487142697816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-31055171592778388252012-02-04T17:54:26.645-07:002012-02-04T17:54:26.645-07:00Very thought provoking post. Sorry to hear about ...Very thought provoking post. Sorry to hear about your mom. It is always difficult to have our parents die, no matter their age...but we grieve with the joy of knowing we will see them again.<br />God blessReneehttp://www.myautumnyears.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-73695868073644167282012-02-04T15:54:20.556-07:002012-02-04T15:54:20.556-07:00Mary, Even though your heart is broken, you take t...Mary, Even though your heart is broken, you take the time to see the good in others and what an encouragement you are to all of us....<br /><br />I will continue to pray for you. I am so glad you got to spend some time with your Mom before she went to live with Jesus....One day you will see her again.....Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05977147960900342156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-34636617069919510892012-02-04T15:00:26.374-07:002012-02-04T15:00:26.374-07:00a friend of mine spent some years in prison...it&#...a friend of mine spent some years in prison...it's where he found God. I think sometimes something that looks so horrible can have a positive side to it. Praying.Nikki (Sarah)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13731200601840020130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-24336249137194127882012-02-04T14:52:40.777-07:002012-02-04T14:52:40.777-07:00That's great food for thought, thank you :)That's great food for thought, thank you :)Rhodahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01243096331534237865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-57402864388387743052012-02-04T08:37:15.090-07:002012-02-04T08:37:15.090-07:00Mary, I've been thinking of you as I know of t...Mary, I've been thinking of you as I know of the loss you've experienced. I'm so glad you had the opportunity to spend time with her before she died. Her name is written in the Lamb's Book of Life and so is yours. That can be so comforting, especially as you go through your mourning.<br /><br />I met Carol Kent when I was on the leadership team for my church's annual women's conference. She was our keynote speaker the year that her son was sentenced to life in prison. I watched her minister to women who also had sons and daughters who made poor choices in life. The Lord used her mightily that weekend even as she was going through her own very real pain. Her husband was there with her and was such a support.<br /><br />It's so important to be aware of what we listen to. I love that you had your radio set to a station that would be something inspiring to wake up to. Sometimes I can get so focused on my problems. And it's good to know we are not alone. Many others face obstacles and yet continue to choose to cling to the Lord. He is our strength, our help in times of trouble.<br /><br />May He comfort you Mary especially during this time.<br /><br />Love you,<br />DebbieDebbie Petrashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08235978883396499354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-35849826479871506782012-02-04T08:12:08.734-07:002012-02-04T08:12:08.734-07:00Hugs to you dear one during this time.Hugs to you dear one during this time.Just Be Realhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15815210059310140144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-29713824961304558412012-02-03T17:36:20.871-07:002012-02-03T17:36:20.871-07:00You have certainly been in my thoughts & praye...You have certainly been in my thoughts & prayers, Mary. How like you to glean the good in the midst of sorrow.<br /><br />God bless & comfort you,<br /><br />KathleenKathleen https://www.blogger.com/profile/05245926913888212148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-55736732710611506602012-02-03T15:37:18.503-07:002012-02-03T15:37:18.503-07:00I see those mothers who come to jail to visit thei...I see those mothers who come to jail to visit their sons and I often wonder...what thoughts go through their head...But the pain on their faces is visible...And I often think, "God, You are the only answer. You are the only hope..." The way you touched my life...<br /><br />Thank you for reminding us of God's unconditional love...May you be comforted always and be strengthened because of His love. God bless and love to you sister.rcubeshttp://offthebeatentrek.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-51888247880817347662012-02-03T12:50:44.011-07:002012-02-03T12:50:44.011-07:00Love you, Mom.Love you, Mom.Carriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17197431919054936309noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-53749294147173619872012-02-03T11:50:34.801-07:002012-02-03T11:50:34.801-07:00I've been kind of away. I am so sorry to lear...I've been kind of away. I am so sorry to learn about your mom. Know that I will hold you and your family in prayer.<br />Carol Kent spoke at our church a few weeks ago. Yes, her testimony is truly inspiring.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6769884556887226680.post-81226630732112611122012-02-03T11:09:02.322-07:002012-02-03T11:09:02.322-07:00I love you precious one, prayers continue.I love you precious one, prayers continue.Denisehttp://shortybearsplace.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com