tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post301185327615676033..comments2023-11-02T10:26:12.388-04:00Comments on Rachel Olsen: Prayer needed for the GrievingRachel Olsenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14666181671944102358noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-31020741229244558412008-07-09T19:11:00.000-04:002008-07-09T19:11:00.000-04:00.comHi everyone...I have been unable to read all o....comHi everyone...I have been unable to read all of Rachel's and your comments for almost two months...computer problems and personal issues...anyhow, I have alot of catching up to do and I intend to read everything and every word I missed..so know that even though I was not participating these last couple of months, my heart and prayers were with all my Sisters in Christ. I felt empty because I have gotten so much out of this Bible study over the last few months...but I'm back after four moves and now working fulltime but I'm still here. I extend my condolences for all the losses and unpleasant experiences each and everyone of you has gone through and lift each and everyone of you up in prayer and know this, we are not alone...HE SEES ALL AND HEARS ALL AND IS OUR PROTECTOR AND OUR FATHER AND LOVES US ALL EVEN WHEN WE DON'T LOVE OURSELVES...HE LOVES US! Be Blessed.Jo Ann here in DenverAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-64294751898200686892008-06-16T05:03:00.000-04:002008-06-16T05:03:00.000-04:00To my dear Sisters in Christ,I feel so overwhelmed...To my dear Sisters in Christ,<BR/><BR/>I feel so overwhelmed at the loses that so many of you are suffering at this time. I, of course, have lifted all of you up in prayer and will continue to do so.<BR/><BR/>To Vicki & Georgia ~ where do I begin? The loss of a child has to be the most devastating of all losses. I have done some searching on the internet and have found the following sites which may offer you some comfort:<BR/><BR/>http://www.compassionatefriends.org/, http://www.copefoundation.org/<BR/><BR/>Prayer for Those Who Have Committed Suicide<BR/>Bless, O God of eternal life,all who have died by their own hand. Grant them peace from their inner turmoil and the compassion of your love. Comfort those who mourn their loved ones. Strengthen them to face the questions of pain, the guilt and anger, the irreparable loss. Help us to reach out in love to others who prefer death to the choices of life and to their families who grieve.<BR/>In Jesus’ name, Amen.<BR/><BR/>Source of the above prayer: Beliefnet prayer circle<BR/><BR/>The following is from: <BR/>http://gigibeads.net/<BR/>prayerbeads/prayers/<BR/>lossofchild.html<BR/><BR/>· Make the wind to blow upon my face that I may feel my child's sweet breath. <BR/>· Make your hand to touch upon my breast that I may feel my child's warm body. <BR/>· Make your lips to whisper in my ear that I may hear the sound of my child's voice. <BR/>· Make your eyes to lay upon my sorrow that I may remember my child's face. <BR/>· Make your angels to sing for me that I may hear my child's laughter. <BR/>· Make your heavens to shine bright above that I may hold onto my child's love. <BR/>· Make the sun to lighten up this darkness that I may be at peace. <BR/><BR/>Most Gracious Lord, I give you thanks for the gift that was given to me through the love of this child. Grant me now, the gift of peace as I lay my child in your loving arms. May I in time come to hold true in my heart the knowledge of union again with my beloved one. In the name of our most precious Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen<BR/> <BR/>For little Maddie, my heart weeps. That poor little child of God most be so devastated and confused. I know that our Lord is shinning a very special light upon her and her family at this most grievous time.<BR/><BR/>I have lost both of my parents, my father when I was 27, and my mother when I was 54. When my mother died, I remember telling my brother, who is 14 years<BR/>older than I am, “Now, we are orphans.” <BR/><BR/>The death of a loved one is never easy, even when you are expecting it, and even praying that they will go home to Jesus<BR/>just to ease their pain and suffering here on earth. <BR/><BR/>My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to each and every one of you.<BR/><BR/>And, to Rachel, how can we ever thank you for all that you have done to bring this wonderful group of ladies together in Jesus' love & unity? You are indeed both blessed & anointed. Thank you from the very bottom of my heart.<BR/><BR/>In God’s love,<BR/>Karyl<BR/>Bonners Ferry, ID <*////><riverviewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00234291774109290040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-43147355391764643882008-06-13T08:01:00.000-04:002008-06-13T08:01:00.000-04:00My heart goes out to all of you suffering loss. Ea...My heart goes out to all of you suffering loss. Each time we face this undesired event we can only seek the Lord and pray for His comfort, understanding, love as we allow ourselves to release the grieving to Jesus. I continue to pray for each request.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-18776368852266488072008-06-05T13:37:00.000-04:002008-06-05T13:37:00.000-04:00Hello Everyone, I been out the loop for a minute, ...Hello Everyone, I been out the loop for a minute, due to Graduation and traveling, but I send prayer's up for everyone who has lost a love one, and I pray the peace of God over you and your families.mdcarterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09170205028513538778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-50801170320177312422008-06-05T08:08:00.000-04:002008-06-05T08:08:00.000-04:00Rachel: I missed you and everyone else. It's so re...Rachel: I missed you and everyone else. It's so refreshing to know that you can still be transparent and not always be so "blessed and highly favored" that you can't confront everyday life. I have my own struggles as well as everyday I am finding myself wanting to accept defeat, however I realize that I am not by myself and despite my many flaws, Christ still lives in me. I love you all, I will pray for the Drakes as well as everyone else.tamtamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17402243482374183947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-28397323911352364542008-06-04T00:17:00.000-04:002008-06-04T00:17:00.000-04:00Rachel I enjoy the study format Questions helps to...Rachel I enjoy the study format Questions helps to process and mediate on the scriptures.God Chaserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03083318015857052077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-15617719140606066702008-06-03T23:54:00.000-04:002008-06-03T23:54:00.000-04:00I have been following along the whole time but I h...I have been following along the whole time but I haven't posted for awhile. I am always looking for your new post though and look <BR/>forward to them all. My prayers are with you all who are going through disapointments, and hurts and loss. You have had a lot to deal with Rachel. I have never had <BR/>a home of my own, but I often drive by houses in our town and wonder if I will ever get to live in a home. It's unlikey, as I am now getting old, 63, but it's been ok. I will go find the post of the <BR/>lady who lost her child. Thank you<BR/>again for all the hope you all give me.<BR/>Laura's momAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-19199225445818423422008-06-03T23:46:00.000-04:002008-06-03T23:46:00.000-04:00Rachel,Wow, what a difficult time you are facing. ...Rachel,<BR/>Wow, what a difficult time you are facing. My heart goes out to you, your family, and the Drake family. I can't imagine the pain that they must be enduring right now. You and the Drake family will be in my prayers. I know that present hurts can easily trigger the past. It is like an old wound that was injured all over again. It is so painful when that same place gets hit. <BR/>May the Lord keep you close in his arms during this time.<BR/> <BR/>Tina in Indiana.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-30310487471337121572008-06-03T21:20:00.000-04:002008-06-03T21:20:00.000-04:00I am sorry for your lost,Rachel and Vicki..I pray...I am sorry for your lost,Rachel and Vicki..<BR/>I pray that Jesus comforts you and keep u under his precious wings.<BR/>God loves you.We do tooSheenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17746860194696306835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-19148125885223812372008-06-03T10:13:00.000-04:002008-06-03T10:13:00.000-04:00To all my sisters-in-Christ... sometimes words are...To all my sisters-in-Christ... sometimes words aren't enough, but you only need one Word...<BR/><BR/><BR/>All I could whisper was "Jesus"<BR/>I was torn in the depths of despair<BR/>All I could whisper was Jesus<BR/>His name alone was my prayer<BR/><BR/>All I could murmur was Jesus<BR/>He knew all my struggles and pain<BR/>He knew my requests all unspoken<BR/>While I softly cried out His name<BR/><BR/>Bound in the depth of His mercy<BR/>Held fast in the shade of His care<BR/>His sweet gentle name was my refuge<BR/>Anchored safe in that harbor of prayer.<BR/><BR/>-B.G. Alexander<BR/><BR/><BR/>Susan - VA<BR/>Daughter, mother, and wife to three treasures in heavenDecember Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17468202609732042677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-60952815450969163472008-06-03T09:51:00.000-04:002008-06-03T09:51:00.000-04:00Rachel, I just found your blog or should I say God...Rachel, <BR/><BR/>I just found your blog or should I say God led me to your blog. Anyway, thank you for your transparency and I will be praying for you. We share your grief my husband and I ended up in the deepest most sorrowful valley we have ever experienced... you see our precious 15 year old daughter chose to go home and be with Jesus. As her friends say she is "partying with Jesus." I love knowing that; however, it does not ease our pain and loss. Her name was Rachel Elizabeth. It has been a little over a month now and we haven't even gotten on the roller coaster yet, we are still trudging through this valley. We ARE praising Him in this storm though. She was a beautiful young Christian woman and are comforted knowing we will see her again someday bit for now we hurt. We miss her so. Her brother is in the US Army stationed in North Carolina all alone in his grief. His story is a praise and one that she would be very proud of... he has been running from his faith for a while. Since the death of his sister, he has re-evaluated a lot of things and is preparing his testimony to share with others. He wants to be able to help others that experience a loss due to suicide. Hallelujah! <BR/><BR/>Again, thank you for your blog and God bless!!!<BR/><BR/>Georgia<BR/>www.easysite.com/fulenwiderfamily, you may meet our precious Rachel and our family there!georgiafulenwiderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13013604082706271429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-38540973115583890952008-06-02T22:06:00.000-04:002008-06-02T22:06:00.000-04:00Rachel ~ I did like the way you had your last less...Rachel ~ I did like the way you had your last lesson. I just didn't post about it since it became long and I wrote it on paper. Perhaps many others did the same.<BR/>Many years ago we found a house that was perfect. We were beat out of it dishonestly by the selling realtor. It was a hard loss. I drove past that house for many years in my coming and goings. At first I had to pray to not be bitter. Then as the years passed I realized that it was really for the best, but still I longed for the unanswered ... well, what if. It took many years to see that Gods hand was truly in it and He knew best. Perhaps someday you will know why or at least sense that it was for the best. I hope that for you.<BR/>My prayers are for you and your friends. May God's love comfort them and you. So many tender, sad and hurting hearts.<BR/>I wrote a note to Vickie in yesterday's notes, but saw your note today along with all the postings. I sat with my husband at lunch today and as he started to say grace, I said, can I pray? So I thanked the Lord for our food and started to go on, but burst into tears. So many of us carry heavy hearts for the pain that is being shared by this group. Please indulge me as I share one more thing. It was a life experience for me.<BR/>Years ago, I had a friend who shared many heavy burdens with me. It began to weigh me down. As I was riding in my car one day I was praying for her. Suddenly my back began to hurt and the pain was the worst ever. I then started to pray and ask God "what is this all about?" It's as if God spoke to me and said. You must not carry the burden of your friend - that is why your back hurts. The burden is too heavy for you. You must lift these prayers up to me and let me carry the burden. I quickly agreed and my back pain went away as quickly as it came. God knows how to get my attention.<BR/>My love and hugs to my sisters here. I am praying for you.<BR/>JoBethAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-80233066069266549322008-06-02T19:27:00.000-04:002008-06-02T19:27:00.000-04:00Rachel,I pray GOD's perfect peace over you and you...Rachel,<BR/><BR/>I pray GOD's perfect peace over you and your family including the Drake family. May GOD rest his hands upon you all and bring you comfort during these trials. I also read Vickie's post and she is in my prayers as well as you and yours. Surely, this too shall pass. You are HIS precious daughter, there is nothing he will withhold from you. Know that HE will never leave you nor forsake you. May you be lifted up!<BR/>In my prayers,<BR/>LaTonya/FLGOD'S LADIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00999057607636880755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-56789483917758242042008-06-02T17:06:00.000-04:002008-06-02T17:06:00.000-04:00Rachel and all the others who have experienced any...Rachel and all the others who have experienced any loss lately..I empathize with every one of you...I remember the loss I felt on 9/11. I remember waking on that morning and what a beautiful day it was, the best of that September. I remember having 5 people I knew alive that morning and by the afternoon they were all dead..I'm sure all of use can remember that day very well..it is the ones, like myself, who knew the hero's that lost their lives for this country.<BR/><BR/>My daughter's best friend, all of 8 year's old, lost her Father. A woman who had a husband that took care of her and worshiped the ground she walked on, lost also. The streets of NYC were never the same after that and the view we always saw coming down Route 208 in NJ could no longer see the towers in all their glory...We lost a lot and life goes one.<BR/><BR/>Only the Lord knows when a death or a loved one will be taken...we can cry out to Him and ask why? We just don't have the answer. Since 9/11 2 years to the day I lost my brother-in-law to cancer, and my girlfriend who was killed by her husband. I had to seek help because it was tearing me apart...I just knew that all the Lord wanted was for me to seek Him during this time. Use the tools the Holy Spirit gave us..the one when we don't know where to look or what to say...He is all we need.<BR/><BR/>I pray that the hurt you feel now will be healed when the time is right. And that God will use all of you who have felt the hurt I've gone through, experience the peace that passes all understanding. He will use you like He did myself..I promise...God Bless you Rachel, Maddie and Vickies Families also.<BR/><BR/>Love Donnafivedesignshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10886733249754681528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-90507283161719703072008-06-02T16:03:00.000-04:002008-06-02T16:03:00.000-04:00Rachel and Vicki - prayers, love and e-hugs for yo...Rachel and Vicki - prayers, love and e-hugs for you both.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-39589440199947101272008-06-02T14:09:00.000-04:002008-06-02T14:09:00.000-04:00Rachel and Vicki, I'm so very sorry ladies! I wil...Rachel and Vicki, <BR/>I'm so very sorry ladies! I will be praying for your hearts and healing today whenever I think of you! <BR/>Much love to you bothLemonade Makin' Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16404173701815078504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-12931460358309937382008-06-02T13:43:00.000-04:002008-06-02T13:43:00.000-04:00Rachel, I am lifting you up in my prayers along wi...Rachel, I am lifting you up in my prayers along with the others that have been mentioned on this blog. It's so good to be able to live across the world and be able to pray for each other. <BR/>I'll pray for God to bless you and the strength to help this family where it is needed.<BR/>Sharron in Louisianasharronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10856136066113360423noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-6313776166177813292008-06-02T11:52:00.000-04:002008-06-02T11:52:00.000-04:00Good morning Ladies,I am Sooooo greatful for the p...Good morning Ladies,<BR/>I am Sooooo greatful for the prayers, thank you! I am doing so much better. <BR/>Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything. He has had his hands on me the entire time, wow he is such a awesome God. <BR/><BR/>Rachel, I am so sorry to hear about your week. I am praying for you, as well as the other family's. Having had a close family member pass away recently I can for sure feel yours and there pain. Bless you all.<BR/><BR/>SharonSharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292404509675099875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-45611374972362712752008-06-02T11:07:00.000-04:002008-06-02T11:07:00.000-04:00Okay, I was in tears reading these posts. Thank y...Okay, I was in tears reading these posts. Thank you Mary and Alice and so many others. I have not lost a child or a parent yet. I grieve with all of you that have. My prayers are with you and my heart-felt condolences too. <BR/><BR/>Your sister in Christ,<BR/><BR/>Karen in CaliforniaKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14136477750219038935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-9335254019004801832008-06-02T10:46:00.000-04:002008-06-02T10:46:00.000-04:00Hello Rachel - I will be praying for you all. I ho...Hello Rachel - <BR/><BR/>I will be praying for you all. I hope that you and your families feel God's loving arms around you. <BR/><BR/>In Him,<BR/>Amy TAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-26554515538034409162008-06-02T10:05:00.000-04:002008-06-02T10:05:00.000-04:00Rachel and Vicki you are in our prayers. My forme...Rachel and Vicki you are in our prayers. My former church's prayer grapevine has prayer request regarding those who have been involved in car accidents and I read about Steven Curtis Chapmans' child and then I received an email requesting prayer for a child who is in a coma due to almost the same kind of accident(grandpa was backing out the car and didn't see the three year old run behind the car...When I shared this with others they said that they also know of similar stories...<BR/>The scripture that comes to mind is that when the enemy comes in like a flood - God raises up a standard...<BR/>I don't know what it means to raise up a standard...but I do know that He that is in us is Greater than He that is in the World..what the enemy means for evil God will use for good.debrahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15291497901318105342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-61574986047383071872008-06-02T10:03:00.001-04:002008-06-02T10:03:00.001-04:00Rachel and Vicki you are in our prayers. My forme...Rachel and Vicki you are in our prayers. My former church's prayer grapevine has prayer request regarding those who have been involved in car accidents and I read about Steven Curtis Chapmans' child and then I received an email requesting prayer for a child who is in a coma due to almost the same kind of accident(grandpa was backing out the car and didn't see the three year old run behind the car...When I shared this with others they said that they also know of similar stories...<BR/>The scripture that comes to mind is that when the enemy comes in like a flood - God raises up a standard...<BR/>I don't know what it means to raise up a standard...but I do know that He that is in us is Greater than He that is in the World..what the enemy means for evil God will use for good.debrahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15291497901318105342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-54236370487615128212008-06-02T10:03:00.000-04:002008-06-02T10:03:00.000-04:00Rachel and Vicki you are in our prayers. My forme...Rachel and Vicki you are in our prayers. My former church's prayer grapevine has prayer request regarding those who have been involved in car accidents and I read about Steven Curtis Chapmans' child and then I received an email requesting prayer for a child who is in a coma due to almost the same kind of accident(grandpa was backing out the car and didn't see the three year old run behind the car...When I shared this with others they said that they also know of similar stories...<BR/>The scripture that comes to mind is that when the enemy comes in like a flood - God raises up a standard...<BR/>I don't know what it means to raise up a standard...but I do know that He that is in us is Greater than He that is in the World..what the enemy means for evil God will use for good.debrahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15291497901318105342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-3683494010073234062008-06-02T08:13:00.000-04:002008-06-02T08:13:00.000-04:00I'll be praying for all of you. May you all be co...I'll be praying for all of you. May you all be comforted in our Lord.<BR/><BR/>GerriAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6451874990236641064.post-6048611584337634062008-06-02T06:57:00.001-04:002008-06-02T06:57:00.001-04:00Rachel, know that the prayers of the saints are wi...Rachel, know that the prayers of the saints are with you. You are truly a blessing to us. Here are a few passages from "Joy for the Journey"--Promises about resting in God's Peace. May his peace be with all of you...<BR/><BR/>Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made know to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Phil. 4:6-7<BR/><BR/>Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27<BR/><BR/>To those who are called, sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ; mercy, peace, and love be multiplied to you. Jude 2<BR/><BR/>Rest in the Lord today. Be refreshed and restored with the knowledge of His goodness and faithfulness.<BR/><BR/>Grace, peace and love...<BR/>Linda -Columbus OHChosenone7https://www.blogger.com/profile/01236434484570488001noreply@blogger.com