Whats on your mind...?!

[memoriesbymichelle]

granddad is now 101 years old. haven't been in contact with my family at all so I don't know how he's doing. but still please pray that if he dies today he will be going to heaven. thank you.

Does this sound like a guy that is not going to heaven? It's really sad that he considered himself to be beyond help in getting to eternity. I do believe he is there now though. Thank you for sharing the link to that thread!

 

[memoriesbymichelle]

So I was chatting with a friend on FB and kind of teasing him cuz he was making food and I was like "what time is dinner?" and he tells me of yet another death. It seems his girlfriend's brother robbed a bank, fled on a bicycle, stole a truck, went on a high speed pursuit, and got shot and killed by the officers pursuing him because he had a gun on him. Here is the article about it.

Gilbert PD: Bank robbery suspect dies in officer-involved shooting | azfamily.com Phoenix

 

[dayhiker]

That's pretty crazy things to do!

 

[memoriesbymichelle]

I know right? The guy was the brother of my friend's girlfriend. I didn't know him and I don't know her yet, but still......how many deaths do I need to hear about? Is there a reason God wants me to think about death? I mean next week is the 19th anniversary of my mom's death. My husband has been gone 9years in January. I want to think on other things. Now that I think about it, maybe it's not God wanting me to focus on this, but maybe the enemy trying to douse my hopes in God or thwart me doing something or IDK?

 

[blackribbon]

I don't think Dan was a bad guy at all. His career as a soldier (frontline most likely) put him in a place to see and do some horrific things that can weigh heavily on the mind of a morally good person. The Bible is full of what appear to be horrific circumstances being done in the name of war and following God's Word.

Dan watched his best friends all die and for some reason embraced the concept that it was his decision that they were where they were at the time. Based on what I know about well trained Marines (and you don't get to that level of seniority without being well-trained), every single one of those men would have most likely made the same decision...he just was the one to call it that day. Or maybe he just felt at fault for surviving when they didn't.

And as a result of the trauma he suffered some brain injury ... which this can be appear as physical problems, cognitive problems, and/or emotional problems. Combine that all with the post traumatic stress disorder which is a very wicked mental disorder and the fact that he no longer could hear the conversations around him so that he could make his wishes known and make adult decisions about his own life...he was a very hurt man.

And based even on a stray comment from someone just passing through this board, obviously he has been the target of some "anti-war" personalities who have fed his fear that he was a monster for doing what the Marines asked him to do. A man who was "evil" or a "monster" wouldn't have been bothered by the memories that haunted him...so truly they are more evidence that in spite of his fears, he was still a very good and loving man.

And I wish he had answered my question about "spoice" because I had looked it up before asking him.

 

[blackribbon]

And ((hugs)) Michelle. That is a lot of death. I hope God provides you some comfort and clarity for why you are being surrounded by all this at this time.

 

[memoriesbymichelle]

Thanks blackribbon!

 

[bobross]

Praying for you Michelle.

 

[Eagle Of Oz]

Two days ago my ex husband called to say his father had passed away. He was elderly, and was in hospital waiting for placement in a nursing home. My ex said his brother went in to the hospital to pick up his Dads washing to take home and do, he walked into his Dads room and found him dead.

Please pray for my ex, and his siblings in particular. Their Dad was abusive, mentally, emotionally and physically, and I dont think any of them have ever dealt with it. It had a huge impact on their lives, and obviously, their marriages etc. Ive had a lot of counseling over the last few years, and have for the most part, dealt with my past. Some of the wounds are still healing, but mostly I just feel such a sense of sadness for the pain they have all gone thru, and also sad for my two sons, not having the opportunity to have a healthy relationship with their Grandfather before he passed away. Due to his anger issues etc, they hardly saw their Grandparents.

I have a feeling that now that he has passed away, a lot of anger and hurt etc may surface for my ex and his sister and brother. My guess is, subconsciously, they will feel "safe" now, which may bring it all to the surface.

Please also pray for strength for me, and particularly to be able to sleep at night. I have had a rough week or so sleep wise etc, with Dan passing away, and the last two nights since finding out about my exs Dad, Ive not slept much.

 

[bobross]

Two days ago my ex husband called to say his father had passed away. He was elderly, and was in hospital waiting for placement in a nursing home. My ex said his brother went in to the hospital to pick up his Dads washing to take home and do, he walked into his Dads room and found him dead.

Please pray for my ex, and his siblings in particular. Their Dad was abusive, mentally, emotionally and physically, and I dont think any of them have ever dealt with it. It had a huge impact on their lives, and obviously, their marriages etc. Ive had a lot of counseling over the last few years, and have for the most part, dealt with my past. Some of the wounds are still healing, but mostly I just feel such a sense of sadness for the pain they have all gone thru, and also sad for my two sons, not having the opportunity to have a healthy relationship with their Grandfather before he passed away. Due to his anger issues etc, they hardly saw their Grandparents.

I have a feeling that now that he has passed away, a lot of anger and hurt etc may surface for my ex and his sister and brother. My guess is, subconsciously, they will feel "safe" now, which may bring it all to the surface.

Please also pray for strength for me, and particularly to be able to sleep at night. I have had a rough week or so sleep wise etc, with Dan passing away, and the last two nights since finding out about my exs Dad, Ive not slept much.

Very sorry to hear about your ex's father. I'll be praying for the family. Also praying for you to be able to sleep. God bless.

 

[Eagle Of Oz]

Very sorry to hear about your ex's father. I'll be praying for the family. Also praying for you to be able to sleep. God bless.

Thanks bob. God bless you too.

 

[memoriesbymichelle]

So sorry to hear about your ex's father. I'm sure there is a sort of a relief they probably feel right now, but also there might come anger and sadness over not being able to "fix things" while he was here and now the chance is gone forever.
But some people and some relationships are just not fixable for whatever reason.

This morning I prayed for all the hurting people that God would wrap His loving arms around them and let them feel His love and presence.

 

[CajunQueen]

So sorry to hear about your ex's father. I'm sure there is a sort of a relief they probably feel right now, but also there might come anger and sadness over not being able to "fix things" while he was here and now the chance is gone forever.
But some people and some relationships are just not fixable for whatever reason.

This morning I prayed for all the hurting people that God would wrap His loving arms around them and let them feel His love and presence.

 

[Eagle Of Oz]

So sorry to hear about your ex's father. I'm sure there is a sort of a relief they probably feel right now, but also there might come anger and sadness over not being able to "fix things" while he was here and now the chance is gone forever.
But some people and some relationships are just not fixable for whatever reason.

This morning I prayed for all the hurting people that God would wrap His loving arms around them and let them feel His love and presence.

Thanks Michelle and CQ. Praying for you all as well. *hugs*

 

[bobross]

I missed church this morning because I forgot to set the clocks ahead!

 

[Eagle Of Oz]

This....


Holy Spirit - Lyrics - Jesus Culture - Kim Walker-Smith - in HD - YouTube

 

[blackribbon]

Thank you, Mama Dory. My real life is so full of anxiety right now. I really needed this message/prayer/reminder this morning. ((hugs))

 

[Eagle Of Oz]

Thank you, Mama Dory. My real life is so full of anxiety right now. I really needed this message/prayer/reminder this morning. ((hugs))

You're welcome hun. Praying for you. If you wanna chat, please pm me. (((hugs)))


I've lost count of the number of times Ive listened to this tonite. Its just beautiful, and really ministers to my heart and soul.

 

[blackribbon]

I am starting the first day of my last 8 weeks (actually 7 weeks) of school. The last instructor really beat me up emotionally....and I saw too many injustices within the program that I can't stand up for without risking my own completion and that kills me. This rotation is almost constant paperwork along with everything else they normally pile on us. I think the homework due the first day of class took a good 6 hours to complete...for 2 points total. This was the "light" week. I could barely sleep last night out of fear of oversleeping this first day....we went off of daylight savings time yesterday and that messes with everyone's sleep schedule anyway. Hopefully, today will be the last medication math test I ever have to take (assuming I pass it). Reaching for peace like a drowning man hangs on to that life preserver.

 

[Eagle Of Oz]

I am starting the first day of my last 8 weeks (actually 7 weeks) of school. The last instructor really beat me up emotionally....and I saw too many injustices within the program that I can't stand up for without risking my own completion and that kills me. This rotation is almost constant paperwork along with everything else they normally pile on us. I think the homework due the first day of class took a good 6 hours to complete...for 2 points total. This was the "light" week. I could barely sleep last night out of fear of oversleeping this first day....we went off of daylight savings time yesterday and that messes with everyone's sleep schedule anyway. Hopefully, today will be the last medication math test I ever have to take (assuming I pass it). Reaching for peace like a drowning man hangs on to that life preserver.

Sounds like you really got pulled in opposite directions with your last instructor, and what went on within the program.

You have such a beautiful heart and soul, br. (((hugs)))

Father God,

I pray as br heads off to school, that you fill her with peace. I pray she is able to focus on everything she needs to, and when she does go to bed, at the end of her day, no matter how many hours sleep she gets, that it will be refreshing, and it "refuels" her. Please continue over the next 7 weeks of her schooling, to keep her mind clear and focused, filling her with your peace and strength daily, and equip her with everything she needs during that time. Bless her in every area of her life.

In Jesus name,

Amen.