Have you ever …
…been in so much pain that you do not feel the pain?
…been so exhausted that you cannot go to sleep?
…been so tired that you are never really awake?
…known yourself so well that you knew you know nothing?
…needed love so bad that you push everyone away?
…needed God so bad that you cannot find him?
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yes on most of those.
when im in anguish – i experience a lot of those above…
are you ok?
Ric – is this you? If so, I have a Scripture for you. The Holy Spirit cares deeply about what you are going through. He wants you to know that He is your Helper through thick and thin, highs and lows, hilltops and valleys; whether the way is simple or treacherous, messy or glorious, He will not leave your side. He is with you for your good.
Tam, I was trying to figure out how to use the word anguish… I gave up. I guess I did not need to use it explicitly. Ok? Ha, fine.
Annie, This blog is always all about me! But also, I think, my attempt at depicting the reality of this world in which we live. Thanks for the words from Isaiah.
To most of these questions I can answer yes. It’s a desperate place to be. All I can do in those times, because they still come…often, is remember His Word, the promises He’s given.
In the night, when I cannot sleep, I go to the Psalms. David usually has said something that speaks for me.
In the day, when I cannot wake, I pray until I can rest again in His sovereignty.
When I can’t feel pain, I allow myself to be numb. I’m learning to be kind to myself and realize the numbness will fade. Some days are better than others.
I never really think I know much. But He sees so much more than I will ever understand, so I throw up my hands and cry,
“Lord, lead me! I don’t know which way to go.”
“Lord, help me love even when I want to walk away!”
“Lord, I know You are there, but I can’t see or feel right now. Let me know You have not forsaken me — You promised You would never leave me!”
I’m asking God for His mercies to pour down upon your head.
Thank you Michelle. If you can extend that request to cover the heads of my family, that would be amazing.
Will do. Thanks for the privilege.
i will be praying along with sis.
we all do love you Ric…and your family.
Ric, it’s no secret we’re living in perilous times, and the world seems to crash in around us pretty regularly. Take heart, Jesus is not through with us, and will help in ways only He can.
I ministered on the book of Joel this morning, and will (hopefully) finish tonight. The Spirit of the Lord was real in our little meeting place and in the lives who worshiped the Lord. The point we really pushed is the fact life isn’t nice, and the enemy will do everything in his power to destroy us.
There is a remedy, though, and that is in trusting God to see us through. Yes, battles are difficult, but the Lord will go through them with us, and we will be better on the other side. God is faithful.
Get in your Lear jet and come down to hear part two. I can hardly wait for tonight! Be blessed, my brother.
Thank you Tam.
Thanks for the reminder Ron. Plus thanks for the invite but my Lear Jet is in the shop.
I have felt each of these things more times than I can count. So I will pray for you and your family just like I would pray for me and my family…and I will believe for you that HE is going to hear and answer. Love you brother
been so exhausted that you cannot go to sleep?
This is my son NOW and he really needs to go to SLEEP!
Seriously, I can relate to all of these feelings or emotions. Hope all is well and I will be praying for you and your family.
Thanks Darla.
I think I know that exhausted child can’t sleep routine Selena. Thanks for the prayer.
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hope you are ok…
haha… thanks for answering all the questions Mandy. You are so thorough! I am better tonight, thank you.
Yes^8. I’ve also been mad at God, and wasn’t speaking to Him.
Here’s a word for you. Repent.
That may sound harsh – but I encourage you to simply contemplate this word today.
…and I’ll be around all weekend; the cabin is available.
Ha! No news there Bad. That’s been my convicted heart for a few weeks now. …but thanks for the harsh truth anyways.
I should have read your Onion post first. I apologize for the harsh truth. You need gentle truth right now.
There is much I have not shared with you my friend. Your comments and suggestions can only be based on what I choose to reveal. No worries.
“Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord” – Peter