I don't know where to begin this post today. I received a terrible post on my blog today that really upset my apple cart. And while there are many things you can say to me that are true and I will accept responsibility for....not reflecting Christ in my marriage is not one of them.
I don't know this person and perhaps this is playing into his scheme. My husband has taken measures to put a protective canopy around me...as usual, he is the ever present shield from the storm. He drew me in and prayed over me...he brought me to the Lord. Thank you JC...thank you for walking me to Jesus.
I love you. I love that we have walked through valleys together. I love that we have walked through the Refiner's Fire together. I love that we have learned that God's love never lets go, never.
You asked me why I love you still after all we have been through and I can't tell you one specific reason. I can only tell you that I can still look at you and see a man clothed in a beautiful white robe standing before his King in awestruck wonder and you are so beautiful to me.
If my heart stops beating tomorrow, you can truthfully know, it's rhythm was for you, only you.
There, you can smile now, I wrote for you. :) I did not let hatred win.
Galatians 1:3 "Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ"
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Dear Debra,
My heart goes out to your current situation. It is really very unkind of that person to leave such a hurtful comment on your post. The Lord and your dear husband best know whether you are reflecting Christ in your marriage. Thank God for your loving and kind husband who prayed together with you and bring you to our Lord.
There are bounds to be ups and downs in marriage just like any other relationship. From your past posts I can see that you do love our Lord and your husband. You share the Word of God and His goodness to you with us. And you also share about your husband in kind ways on your blog.
Thank you for sharing this lovely post which is a great testimony of your love for your husband as a child of God and a gift from God to you. Don't let the nasty comment get you too down. The Lord knows your heart and so does your husband. We, your regular readers, also knows your heart to some extend through your writings. May God forgive this person who say unkind thing and help him to see his errors in hurting others and to repent. Let this trial draw you closer to our Lord and your dear husband as God works all things for our good (Romans 8:28) and try not to let the evil one robs you of your joy in the Lord. Take care.
With love in Christ and prayers,
Nancie
Debra,
I stopped by your blog via Frizzy and Bird's blog. You had mentioned a story of your husbands grandfather's story of taking jews in ambulances to hopefully avoid the train. I thought that was such a wonderful insight that I wanted to visit your blog and tell you that.
I am sorry to see that you are having a tough time and that someone made such a hurtful comment on your blog. I have not seen what is happening, but know that God is taking care of you. It sounds like you have a wonderful husband and marriage!
God Bless!
Such a sweet comment above from Nancie.
I can't believe someone would say that about you. I'm sorry you were hurt, that makes me sad for you. It hurts even if it isn't the truth for someone to make accusations though.
Your post today was very sweet (as they all are!).
Thanks for blessing my life!
My dear precious hurting sister DEBRA
God loves you! I love you! And clearly your sweet husband loves you!
I'm sure your sons love you! You are loved!
People who are hurtful are usually hurting themselves. Nancie's words would just be echoed by me but you need to go to her blog and read her response to you there also.
You can rise above this. We all take this risk because it's open internet space and public...we are not sheltered but JESUS is Your shelter, Your Rock, Your Protection! And the covering of your husband...how much better does it get...His Grace is sufficient!
I can sympathize and empathize with you because I, too, right after I
started to blog, I received a blow that pierced my heart and a little over a week ago was devastated by an evil one sent to my personal email from a Yahoo group member
(Christian???)
...and I still have repercussions in my own person to deal with, because of it, just like you. At least you had two compassionate people (plus us who love you)to buffer this ugliness!
Your words to your spouse are touching and beautiful! No one has the right to attack. That does not come from God! I do not know how anyone has this kind of audacity, but the enemy does..and he knows where we are vulnerable! Don't let that in or WIN as you declared!
Good for you! Claim His word! Seek His face! His mercy and grace is sufficient! Peace be with you and in you and reign over your household! You know the truth not an outsider looking in and judging!
Your words are spoken as an overcomer! A victory in the Lord via a loving husband! I deleted part of my comment and will try to email it after praying!(I think we emailed) My heart aches for you to find healing and be restored! God's best & favor with big hug & blessings for you!
Debra, I agree with everything each person before me has stated. I am so sorry for the hurtful words, but please know those of that do follow your blog see your love for the Lord and for your husband shine through with every post.
I'll be praying for you as you struggle to keep your focus on God and not on unkind words.
Have a blessed week, my friend!
Debra, I don't have a clue what this is about, but we do put ourselves in a vulnerable position when we blog, don't we?
That solitary fact, if nothing else, should clearly show us and reassure us that is venue is truly a mission field.
Be strong, dear one, and carry on in your mission.
Your arms are being held up by many.
Thank you for participating in Jillian's request for stars in honor of those lives lost during the Halocaust. I don't know what comment was left on your blog but I am sorry that it happened. I pray that it ends there other than maybe a positive thing will come from it in the end. It is a fear of mine that someone will reach out and be hurtful to me and my thoughts. I will keep you and them in my prayers for peace and understanding.
You are fighting fire with the greatest fire--LOVE! Let it burn and let him be. Whoever that may be.
This post shows how the Spirit of God rises to the occasion. I see beauty in the storm.
Hold on to the One holding you.
Tiffany
Hi Debra,
Just dropped by to say hello, and was so saddened to read someone hurt you.
Be strengthened and encouraged today!
GOD BLESS YOU!
Love in CHRIST,
Lea
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Words-the power of life and death . Sounds like you have a wonderful husband. I am so sorry someone spewed for the their evil tongue upon you. Hugs. Thank goodness we need not listen to lies and be deceived. God is our shield and comfort...and so are our hubbies!
I'm so sorry! Sounds like you have a terrific godly husband.
Debra,
I am so sorry too that you got such a discouraging comment. I always look to see if anyone has visited me and look for comments and of course I am hoping that they are nice.
How awful to have someone say unkind things to you. It is a little scary to me because I have found some new friends like you and Nancie and so many others. I hate for you to not realize who I am and end up going private.
Nanice left a great message and I just want to thanks to her for voicing what we are all feeling.
Take care and don't let it get you down God is your strong tower and he brings you good friends that hold you up.
Many Blessings to you.
Hugs,
Sherry
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Hey Debra,
I just am catching up a bit tonight. I'm so sorry. I, like Melanie, agree with all who have left comments above.
What a wonderful husband you have. Don't let others ugly comments affect you. I know it is hard at times.
Blessings,
Cheryl
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