I have
been contemplating loss lately, the kind of deep loss that throws your life
headfirst back into perspective. An eternal perspective. Maybe the loss of a
loved one, loss of a friendship, loss of expectations you had for your life,
these kinds of losses. Natural questions come up when these type of difficult
things happen such as what's the purpose? What's the point of everything I'm
doing here? It's amazing how shockingly fast your life can be thrown into
pondering these questions. I have had these experiences and I'm sure you have
too. During one of these times in my life I learned a great truth. I have
always known that I have a Father in Heaven who loves me. I have never doubted
this but during this difficult time I had many tender mercies given to me to
show just how much He loves me and how aware of me He truly is and knows and
understands everything I'm going through.
Linda S. Reeves said,
"Heavenly Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ, know us and love us. They
know when we are in pain or suffering in any way. They do not say, “It’s OK
that you’re in pain right now because soon everything is going to be all right.
You will be healed, or your husband will find a job, or your wandering child
will come back.” They feel the depth of our suffering, and we can feel of Their
love and compassion in our suffering."
I have experienced this
and know it to be true! The strength we can receive from trusting and relying
on our Heavenly Father and our Savior will not only get us through our deepest
trials but also allow us to feel and experience joy in the process!
If you are experiencing
trials right now please know that you are not alone! There is One who has
experienced everything you are going through and everything you are feeling and
is perfectly qualified to comfort and lift you. Rely on our Savior Jesus Christ
and allow Him to carry this burden with you. He is ready and waiting, all you
have to do is ask!
-Jodee
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