Broken seems to be a theme these past few days.
A broken heart.
A broken marriage.
A broken body.
A broken people.
A broken society.
And on a less serious note,
A broken pool
A broken garden
Broken, broken, broken.
This. This is what I’ve been feeling this week:
Romans 8:22:23 We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption to sonship, the redemption of our bodies.
Groaning inwardly of the broken. That’s this week for me. Lord, come quickly.
I just read some stuff on line that made me really sad about our society as a whole. Broken. That is what we are. I Amen your “Lord, come quickly”!
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Amy, I don’t know what all is going on with you. I know we speak only sporadically on twitter – probably bc I curse a lot & possibly state my opinions in a way that would offend a devout Christian like you. But you never unfollowed me – and I appreciate that. I can tell you that yesterday, & even today, I have been so angry & so sad, bc of my views of that vote in your home state. And it may not have been for the same reasons, but you just nailed the feeling I have. Broken. I don’t know where compassion & decency went. But I know that as long as there are people like you, who keep toiling in your quest to be a better Christian & a better person, it will get better some day. I hope you find some peace this week. I hope I do, too. x
Thank you, Tanya. There is so much more than that vote going on for me (I don’t live in NC, just work there) but since you commented specifically on that, I will respond. We both know we have such differing views and I’m totally fine with that. I don’t have a problem with friends that have different beliefs. I, in fact, enjoy listening to the other side…until someone calls me homophobic or close-minded. I’m neither of those things and just because I don’t agree with homosexuality doesn’t mean I can’t be a loving person. It’s not my business what people do behind closed doors but I still have to stand up for what I believe is truth. If you go back in my blog, it is something I’ve struggled through personally, not just taken for granted what my parents believe or what the church tells me. All I’ve seen this week from both sides is anger and hatred and it makes me sad because no matter your beliefs, it’s horrible that we’d treat each other so poorly and not choose grace. In fact, I’ve stayed off Facebook for the majority of the week just so I don’t have to watch people tear down others. It’s so sad.
I think that’s the issue right there, Amy. People have forgotten grace. I don’t think I’ve done too well with it this week, because of how strongly I feel, but I do try. I have a lot of family who believe as you do, and it’s so, so hard for me to remain calm and friendly with them. I keep telling myself that if we let this issue break us, we are succumbing to the devil, who wants us all divided anyway, bc that makes us easier targets for him. I know we’re on “opposite sides” but I also know that the scriptures you post on Twitter, and often the words you write, have given me comfort and courage when I really needed it. What I wish for you is strength and peace. I hope that everything you mentioned, including your personal struggles, get sorted as God sees fit, and that He comforts you as he comforts us all when we are in pain. All the best, Tanya
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Sorry for all the brokenness in your life. This scripture was brought to mind just this morning. “Why are you cast down, O my soul and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; For I shall again praise Him, my salvation and my God.” Psalm 42:11. Isn’t that beautiful?
Yes, very beautiful, Denise. Thank you for sharing.
Amy, I have often felt like “Lord, come quickly” and attended a church where the pastor ended a lot of services saying “Lord, come quickly”‘ then I had a friend to say one time, that if the Lord had come quickly that she would have been left behind and was thankful for his patience and timing. One of the blessings of loving Jesus and knowing that He is in control, whether we see it or not, is that He gives us the grace to persevere and live until He chooses to come back. The longer He tarries, the more opportunities people have to realize just how much He is pursuing them and wants a relationship with them : ) I love you and pray that He shows you just how much hope there is in today midst the brokenness!
Joy, that is exactly what God has been showing me this past week. I think I mean “God save everyone and come quickly” LOL. But yes, I have read a book this past weekend where there was SO MUCH evil done to good people and I just thought, God, why are you letting this happen? He reminds me that he loves those people just the same and is being patient with them too. I just wish we could all learn to show more of that love and grace he shows us (me included).
You are right on target with the word broken. It has felt that way this week everywhere, society continues to be tattered and torn by people being pulled in all directions. I actually know of some of your brokens and am feeling at least two of the same because of someone close to us experiencing suffering and pain. Here this weekend, we experienced the loss of two beautiful, talented and successful high school seniors in a car accident following prom. A community, high school, friends and family broken. But to see the grace and faith in the community of people here as a result of such a tremendous loss does give me hope for a society broken. Some do have grace and know what is truly important. Hopefully, others will get past the anger and hurt you have referred to and remember, we are loved by God..no matter the trials of life.
That is so awful to hear about those seniors. It is good to know the community has come together though. That is the power of grace.
Praying for Pap and that you guys are especially comforted when you are so close.
Hope you are ok, Amy. Will keep you in my prayers.
Thank you, Allison, my immediate family and I are fine, just dealing with a lot around us. Still appreciate prayers, thank you.