27/11/2024
There have been so many times when I’ve felt overwhelmed by pain and sadness, where it seemed easier to isolate myself and try to heal alone. Pulling myself out of those moments has been hard. But through it all, I know God sees me. He has been merciful to me in my darkest moments, even when I wanted to shut the world out and even Him.
God knows what I need, and He knows who I need. After a particularly difficult couple of weeks, He sent amazing friends who didn’t just pray for me but they prayed for my family. These friends, along with others who couldn’t be present for the picture, prayed over us and uplifted us in God’s name. Thank you, my friends. My family and I love you and thank you.
This reminds me of Luke 5:18-20 (KJV):
18 And, behold, men brought in a bed a man which was taken with a palsy: and they sought means to bring him in, and to lay him before him.
19 And when they could not find by what way they might bring him in because of the multitude, they went upon the housetop, and let him down through the tiling with his couch into the midst before Jesus.
20 And when he saw their faith, he said unto him, Man, thy sins are forgiven thee.
This passage is so powerful. Just as the man’s friends did whatever it took to bring him to Jesus, I’ve seen God surround me with people who lift me up when I cannot reach Him myself. They carry me through their faith and God blesses me again and again not because I’m strong, but because their faith stands strong on my behalf.
If you’re struggling today, know that God sees you too. He knows your pain, and He will send the right people to help carry you to Him. Be open to God and to the blessings of people he sends your way.
God bless all of you.