there are so many people hurting today in my little world. people i know that have had family members affected by the Joplin tornadoes and others who have lost more than I dare imagine-a child. Lord have mercy.
In the face of such tragedy a reverent silence-full of emotion fills my soul. what do you say?
BE NEAR SWEET JESUS. BE NEAR.
be near those who are in shock because their world came crashing down around them while they sat in bathtubs, basements, and under furniture and watched as their community and homes were swept away.
be near the Blevins and Wagoner families who have lost soo much. Paid the ultimate price for freedom, by sacrificing their son. Just as you did dear Lord. BE THEIR COMFORT. all I can think is...
Jesus. Jesus. Jesus.
our hope. our salvation. our lives. all come from you. So again I pray...
OH SWEET JESUS BE NEAR. aw
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My heart has been heavy for those who are hurting too. Over the past couple of days with the Joplin devastation, and watching programs and documentaries on childhood mental illness, abuse and neglect, etc...hearing and knowing of so many who are grieving and experiencing death, loss, and critical health issues. There are just too many people suffering in this world. It makes me yearn for heaven...and moved to share Him with those who need Him most. My prayer life lately has been consumed with those such as you mentioned, the suffering...but my thoughts and emotions mimic shooting fireworks, darting in all directions, often lacking words to rightly petition. I loved the simplicity of your prayer...stated perfectly. Jesus, be near. I will use this! That prayer alone covers so many things...comfort, healing, restoration, forgiveness, salvation and peace. For where He is, these things may be found. Thank you!
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