Kind words from a friend....
encouragement when I need it....
*oregon grape....new growth after a severe pruning last year *
Do not look forward to the changes
and chances of this life in fear;
rather look to them with full HOPE,
that, as they arise,
God , whose you are,
will deliver you out of them.
He has kept you hitherto-
do you but hold fast
to his dear Hand,
and He will lead you safely
through all things;
and, when you cannot stand,
He will bear you in his arms,
Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow;
the same everlasting Father who cares for you today,
will take care of you
tomorrow and every day.
Either He will shield you from suffering,
or
He will give you unfailing strength to bear it.
Be at peace then, and
put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations.
St. Francis DE SALES
*oregon grape....new growth after a severe pruning last year *Do not look forward to the changes
and chances of this life in fear;
rather look to them with full HOPE,
that, as they arise,
God , whose you are,
will deliver you out of them.
He has kept you hitherto-
do you but hold fast
to his dear Hand,
and He will lead you safely
through all things;
and, when you cannot stand,
He will bear you in his arms,
Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow;
the same everlasting Father who cares for you today,
will take care of you
tomorrow and every day.
Either He will shield you from suffering,
or
He will give you unfailing strength to bear it.
Be at peace then, and
put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations.
St. Francis DE SALES
2 comments:
So comforting, those words... I've read them before and they've soaked in deep. I needed the reminder today, though!
I wanted to come by and say a big thank you for praying for us, and for your kind words of encouragement. I can't even express in words what a comfort and joy it is to know that so many, many people are praying for us!
May God bless you and your family.
With love,
Beka
What a wonderful poem to meditate on for the day! Thank you for these encouraging words.
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