Shaking Like a Leaf…
You may have noticed my absence around here.
We are wading through some very difficult days, and I’ve tried to think of how to write it out and how much to tell, and I just don’t have words yet.
My apologies for being so vague, but we appreciate your grace.
We are choosing to believe that God will use this for our good and for His glory, even though we can’t begin to make sense of it at all. Romans 8 reminds us that He can do just this, and that He is FOR US. Lord, help us walk by faith when we cannot see.
My sweet friend Emily sent me this song last night, and I burst into tears with how fitting the lyrics are right now.
“Hold Me Jesus” – Rich Mullins
Well, sometimes my life
Just don’t make sense at all
When the mountains look so big
And my faith just seems so small
So hold me Jesus, ’cause I’m shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won’t You be my Prince of Peace
And I wake up in the night and feel the dark
It’s so hot inside my soul
I swear there must be blisters on my heart
So hold me Jesus, ’cause I’m shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won’t You be my Prince of Peace
Surrender don’t come natural to me
I’d rather fight You for something
I don’t really want
Than to take what You give that I need
And I’ve beat my head against so many walls
Now I’m falling down, I’m falling on my knees
So hold me Jesus, ’cause I’m shaking like a leaf
You have been King of my glory
Won’t You be my Prince of Peace…
Thank you for your prayers, and your constant encouragement in our lives, especially during this time when the blisters on our heart are so raw.
I’ve always loved that song. Prayers of guidance and peace to you right now.
Praying and singing with you!
Lord, I lift Jen up to you. Wrap her arms around her. Give her peace that passes understanding. Help her know You go before her and with her…You surround her and she is safely held. When her mind goes to places of fear and her eyes look at the waters crashing around her, help her to fix her gaze on you to believe she can even walk on water if you desire. Speak truth into her heart, whisper it gently in her ear. Provide in all the ways she needs your provision. Honor her obedience and faithfulness to You. In Jesus name, Amen. (((hugs from Dallas)))
Praying for you, Jen. He’s got you.
You know that I have been praying for you. This song has ministered to me in trying times as well. We are with you, as is He. Peace.
Praying for you, Jen!!! And your family.
Praying for your family. I also found the song “nothing is wasted” to minister to me in very difficult times.
Jennifer, thank you for sharing this. Praying for you.
Jen. Love you and won’t stop praying for you.
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Keeping you in prayer.
Praying for you Jen. Whatever is going on, I pray God will give you peace and hope. xoxo
Prayers for you and your family.
Love you Jenn! Praying for you daily. <3 Lisa~
Jen I am praying for you now. Big cyber hugs coming your way!
Praying, Jenn. I pray that God will give you peace as you get through this and that His glory will be revealed. xo
Praying for you and your family!
Prayers for you and your family and sending you a giant HUG!
Saying a prayer right now for you. May hope/healing come soon…
Praying for you sweet friend. Whatever the need, no matter how great, you are not alone.
Love you, my sweet friend. I’m praying so much for you. HUGS
((hugs)) I will be praying for you, for peace, guidance and comfort.
praying for you and your dear family. trusting God to provide grace, strength and courage In these days and peace & hope for your weary hearts. ((((((hugs)))))) and prayers
Love, hugs and prayers!
Oh Jen, wrapping you up in a peace that only He can provide. Love to you… cry it out… and don’t keep it bottled up. Praying you have a confidant nearby. XO
Hugs and Prayers through this time.
Casting your care on HIM for HE cares for you
1Peter 6:7
Praying for you and your family.
God bless
Matthew 18:19
I am praying for you and your family.
Sweet Jen, I pray that God will provide everything you need: grace, comfort, wisdom. . . EVERYTHING! God bless you, dear one.
Jen I am praying for you and your family. Praying for peace and clarity for you. Our family has also been going through a fair share of trials. Thank you for sharing this song. Singing it with you.
Dearest Jen, please know that you are surrounded in love and prayers. While I don’t presume to know what you are going through, I do know what it’s like to have something terrible weighing on your heart and not be able to share it openly. I hope sunnier days are just around the corner.
Praying for you and your beautiful family. God holds you all in His hand…
Praying for you and your family. Love the song you shared.
Praying for you. I’ve been following your blog for years. Praying for peace and God’s favor for you during this time.
Prayers for you and your family for guidance and strength for whatever trials you may be going through.
Praying. xoxo
Keeping you and your beautiful family in my thoughts and prayers.
Lifting you up in prayer!
Praying for your amazing family, Jen!
Praying for you and whatever burdens you are facing right now! He is right there beside you!