So Many Hurting

[MLynn]

So many of my dear brothers and sisters in Christ are hurting here and I'm so ill-equipped to help you. As I read some of your stories I long to give you a smile and an encouraging word; yet, the internet is so - impersonal - how do I convey solice and comfort as a fellow believer? How can these words bring security and peace of mind to you?

I'm a finite human being just like you. I know that my Redeemer liveth, just like you. I know that God loves me unconditionally, just like you. I struggle to find balance in my own life and also to reach out to people, just like you.

I pray that this place continues to be a refuge for all of us.

 

[Word of Peace]

So many of my dear brothers and sisters in Christ are hurting here and I'm so ill-equipped to help you. As I read some of your stories I long to give you a smile and an encouraging word; yet, the internet is so - impersonal - how do I convey solice and comfort as a fellow believer?

I've thought these same things countless times before. It can be hard at times to express things in words only - heartfelt sympathy, love, caring, kindness, compassion, etc. And we can't really help in practical ways in many cases either. But at least we can be there for the people here and reach out to them in whatever ways we can, even though they are so far away.

 

[walkin2e]

Amen...We can not personally reach out and hug and uplift...but I know our words can be a comfort..The written word is strong, and often touches so many....Keep on encouraging and praying...The LORD honors His word, and he remembers your labors for Him.

Irvin

 

[apadilla]

Very beautiful words MLynn!
We must all continue to PRAY!!
P = PRAY
R = REPENT
A = ASK
Y = YIELD TO JESUS CHRIST!!!

This is a wonderful place for fellowship, encourgement, and for advice.

THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO SUPPORTS THIS FORUM!!!
THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO PRAYS FOR EACH ONE OF US!!!

AND,

THANKS TO THE LORD JESUS CHRIST FOR EVERYTHING HE DOES AND WILL DO IN OUR LIVES!!!

 

[Paul_Wright_luvr]

sometimes, i like talkin to ppl on the internet better cuz they will give u advice, but u know they wont gossip about your prob 2 ur friends later

 

[DSGodChild]

Hello MLynn,

I think I know the way you feel. It is very hard to show that you truly do care about this person you may never meet (or talk to again). I've often felt like somewhat of a tool when I say things to people like "don't give up" or "God loves you, just hang in there". But, strangely enough, receiving those words from someone else on CF can be the best medicine I could ever get. Even if I am rebuked, knowing that there are people all over the world who are taking a few minutes out of their day to talk to me... it's a blessing, that's the simplest way I can put it. So I try to remember how much it helps me, even if all I can say to the person is something simple. Really, just seeing that he/ she has a reply can be such a great help.
Keep up the good work, and God bless you for caring!

David