tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post2373954328260876459..comments2023-10-31T03:26:33.256-07:00Comments on Living My Life On Purpose: Where I am...really!On Purposehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14288128432071679901noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-60859162194768046522009-03-16T11:51:00.000-07:002009-03-16T11:51:00.000-07:00Wow...look at the response here...29 comments. The...Wow...look at the response here...29 comments. <BR/><BR/>There is so much power in sharing our pain. God is glorified more than we could ever be "pitied" through sharing our pain and how He's sustaining us. <BR/><BR/>Many times, I share only for the hope of pointing others to Him. In my last post, my point was to share my heart and share where the Lord is in my heart and life...nothing to be gained. I had already solicited prayers from people but I desired to share my journey in hopes one of the few readers would gleam anything for His glory from it.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for be obedient to Him.<BR/>Love,<BR/>PaulaPaula Vhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13948349907036852384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-67575481371704165792009-03-16T06:11:00.000-07:002009-03-16T06:11:00.000-07:00Did you get any "immediate" news from your MRI? St...Did you get any "immediate" news from your MRI? Still holding you up in prayer dear one.Isabelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10304709468883789926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-36783299239322325062009-03-15T09:41:00.000-07:002009-03-15T09:41:00.000-07:00Happy birthday to you,Happy Birthday to you,Happy ...Happy birthday to you,<BR/>Happy Birthday to you,<BR/>Happy Birthday, darlin' friend!<BR/>Happy Birthday to you!!<BR/><BR/>Hope your day was wonderful!!<BR/>Love you!<BR/>SusanRunner Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13117856929394961713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-54236756318061163752009-03-14T17:49:00.000-07:002009-03-14T17:49:00.000-07:00Nichole, praying for you my sweet friend. "I want...Nichole, praying for you my sweet friend. <BR/><BR/>"I want you to tell people that I am with you. That I am protecting your family. I want people to know that I am bringing you peace. Share with them that I am working, even in the midst of this storm."<BR/><BR/>God is in control. (I posted the video to that song on my blog today.) I love your heart of surrender and trust.<BR/><BR/>Praying for you,<BR/>Hugs,<BR/>JoyJoyfulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00010498759199040612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-40081785633731864442009-03-14T17:38:00.000-07:002009-03-14T17:38:00.000-07:00You will be in my prayers for healing. God bless y...You will be in my prayers for healing. God bless you!Mary Mosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13594242579741198029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-19305546293765024942009-03-14T16:24:00.000-07:002009-03-14T16:24:00.000-07:00Hey Nicole,Wanted to stop by again and wish you a ...Hey Nicole,<BR/><BR/>Wanted to stop by again and wish you a very Happy Birthday.<BR/><BR/>I am praying that God has given you a fabulous day filled with Blessings and Health.<BR/><BR/>May He be all you Need in this new year!!<BR/><BR/>You are an inspiration to so many - I pray we can be an inspiration to you.<BR/><BR/>Be strong in HIM.<BR/>Happy Birthday.<BR/>CindyJoy Junktionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02396533426075869292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-32932771146045059672009-03-14T15:13:00.000-07:002009-03-14T15:13:00.000-07:00I, too, just came from Edie's at Rich Gifts to wis...I, too, just came from Edie's at Rich Gifts to wish you a Happy Birthday.<BR/>She also said that you needed a healing. I, too, have battled with health issues for many, many years. I put my story on my blog sometime last year. Just recently I felt the Lord leading me to put something on my sidebar linking back to that post. It's at fromtheheartae.blogspot.com on the left sidebar. You will see the title My Story (Click on the heart) which is a logo I used on cards that I use to do through my church. God has been so good to me. I'm not totally healed but maybe my story will give you some hope. He has done some miraculous things in my life and I feel He wants me to share it with others. By the stripes of Jesus we are healed. One day that will be true for all of us who are Christians. <BR/>Be Encouraged, God is not through with us yet,<BR/>AliceEFrom the Hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06612517670775886165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-81664903950565654682009-03-14T14:59:00.000-07:002009-03-14T14:59:00.000-07:00Edie sent me over to visit you and wish you a Very...Edie sent me over to visit you and wish you a Very Happy Birthday. I am sorry to hear you are not feeling well. I am sending up prayers for you and hope that all turns out well for you. I am having a few issues as well, some heart stuff going on. I will pray for strength for your husbanc and boys as well. May God be with you, he always is!Marlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12450001180027863012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-59377187539446743902009-03-14T14:37:00.000-07:002009-03-14T14:37:00.000-07:00Hi Nichole,I came over from Rich Gifts, Edie. I ha...Hi Nichole,<BR/>I came over from Rich Gifts, Edie. I haven't lived what you're living, but am where your husband and children are, my husband has suffered with chronic nerve pain for 13 years, he's a pastor. God has always been with us and never left and has been our refuge. I'm reading in Ezra and found just today a precious gem: "...The hand of our God is for good on all those who seek him..." 8:22, and "...for the hand of the Lord his God was on him." Ezra 7:6 Who would have thought those precious words were in Ezra? and I would come across your blog today? and I would be able to encourage you with God's unchanging Word. God bless today. You can find me at www.jodylynne.blogspot.comJodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09091853842096127760noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-75362828525432576182009-03-14T14:35:00.000-07:002009-03-14T14:35:00.000-07:00I am so sorry you are going through this deal! Wha...I am so sorry you are going through this deal! What a bummer. I wish I could take it away. I will be praying and asking God to heal you as you seek doctors to give you answers. You are precous in His sight.Vanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03609122386376968883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-78243150130350499442009-03-14T13:13:00.000-07:002009-03-14T13:13:00.000-07:00I am praying for you daily Nichole. Thank you for ...I am praying for you daily Nichole. Thank you for sharing some specifics to pray for as well. You do much for others. Now we get the privelidge of doing a little for you.<BR/><BR/>Happy Birthday!! There is a little birthday wish at my blog for you too. :)<BR/><BR/>God bless!!Ediehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11154092288646304188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-54911093260351005692009-03-14T10:16:00.000-07:002009-03-14T10:16:00.000-07:00Nichole,I'm right there with you! Nuff said!Love i...Nichole,<BR/><BR/>I'm right there with you! Nuff said!<BR/><BR/>Love in Jesus,<BR/>Kimberlyachildofthekinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16431322348633034092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-38353651708418832942009-03-14T08:47:00.000-07:002009-03-14T08:47:00.000-07:00Left you a card on my blog; come visit!Left you a card on my blog; come visit!Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-49470416063205199112009-03-14T07:32:00.000-07:002009-03-14T07:32:00.000-07:00So someone is having a birthday?May your birthday ...So someone is having a birthday?<BR/>May your birthday be the beginning a terrific new year!<BR/><BR/>Happy Birthday to you!<BR/>Happy Birthday to You!<BR/>Happy Birthday NICOLE!!!!<BR/>Happy Birthday To YOU!!!!!!My ADHD Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12355981755069167730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-37740950240088903702009-03-14T06:55:00.000-07:002009-03-14T06:55:00.000-07:00Happy Birthday to YOU!! Hope it's great. -KellyHappy Birthday to YOU!! Hope it's great. <BR/>-KellyKellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00458659497370768232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-84414550872516236082009-03-14T06:16:00.000-07:002009-03-14T06:16:00.000-07:00Birthday Girl,Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthda...Birthday Girl,<BR/>Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday dear Ninnie...Happy Birthday to You.<BR/>Thank-You for being a such a wonderful blessing for ***32*** years.<BR/>Love, MomAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-4283167353268576802009-03-14T04:47:00.000-07:002009-03-14T04:47:00.000-07:00Hey, sweet friend! THank you for sharing more abou...Hey, sweet friend! THank you for sharing more about what you are going through during this season. We all love you and will continue to pray for healing...in His time! That is so difficult for us to do!God's time and ours! I pray that today will be one of comfort and peace for you! You are in my prayers!<BR/><BR/>Love you!<BR/>SusanRunner Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13117856929394961713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-76600099377133563692009-03-13T18:14:00.000-07:002009-03-13T18:14:00.000-07:00Another old song we used to sing in church goes so...Another old song we used to sing in church goes something like this:<BR/><BR/>"I've never seen a rainbow, until after the rain. I've never felt a healing touch, until after the pain. I've never seen the sunshine, till I've lived through the night. And I've never had the victory, until after the fight!<BR/><BR/>We have the power, in the name of Jesus! We have the power, in the name of the Lord! Though Satan rages, we will NOT be defeated! We have the power, in the name of the Lord!"<BR/><BR/>You and I both know He will bring you through as shining gold. I am adding you to my prayer list, and please keep us posted!<BR/><BR/>I love and miss you BUNCHES!! And am here for you ANYTIME! <BR/><BR/>Love and prayers,<BR/>PennyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-59816741514293430542009-03-13T17:07:00.000-07:002009-03-13T17:07:00.000-07:00Dear Friend,I love you so much! God is so proud o...Dear Friend,<BR/><BR/>I love you so much! God is so proud of you for sharing this with us. I am lifting you up in prayer RIGHT NOW!<BR/><BR/>Satan is busy...really busy. However, as Micah 7:7 states, watch "expectantly" for the Lord. He hears you Nichole.<BR/><BR/>Love you my dear sister.<BR/><BR/>MylahMylah Stantonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09064644739290000587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-34321916583658209282009-03-13T15:39:00.000-07:002009-03-13T15:39:00.000-07:00"And I'll praise you in this stormand I will lift ..."And I'll praise you in this storm<BR/>and I will lift my hands<BR/>for You are who You are<BR/>no matter where I am<BR/>and every tear I've cried<BR/>You hold in your hand<BR/>You never left my side<BR/>and though my heart is torn<BR/>I will praise You in this storm."<BR/>--Casting Crowns<BR/><BR/>I hear 'storm' and I now automatically think this song. This is a really tough journey that you are on, and that you are able to keep your focus and purpose is because you love Him, and He loves you and has great plans for you.<BR/><BR/>You have to let Him take what you cannot equally pull with Him right now...if that makes sense. You are certainly not in a position to pull more. It is an opportunity for us to lift you up in prayer, for others to step forward to help in tangible ways, for you to rest and trust fully in Him....and other things that we don't understand, but He does.<BR/><BR/>As you have encouraged us in our journeying, continue to know that He walks beside, and He won't let you go! Prayers for relief, prayers for support...tomorrow and in these days ahead. I am grateful that He has encouraged you to share your burdens with us, that we might know His presence.Sue J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08668691234427771146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-21281430561932370092009-03-13T14:45:00.000-07:002009-03-13T14:45:00.000-07:00Wow, this was a hard post for a mercy person like ...Wow, this was a hard post for a mercy person like me to read. I'm sorry for your present storm. Thank you for sharing where you really are at with us. Now I can pray for specifically. Thank you for the words that God is giving you "I am." How true and how comforting to know our God is always with us. <BR/><BR/>You still are living life with purpose in this storm. You are His light shining brightly. A lighthouse for all to see. You've been so purposeful to encourage me through your emailed prayers. You bless and bless when you feel weak and hurt. That is huge. An amazing love offering! Thank you for being who God made you to be. A daughter of the Most High God who lives life with passion and purpose. I love you!<BR/><BR/>Wish I could give you a hug! Wish I could help you with ordinary home things like chores. Wish I could take away your physical pain. I can't. But I can pray and I will. You are not alone. I pray your storm will pass soon and that a rainbow of hope will burst forth!<BR/><BR/>Your life matters to me.<BR/><BR/>TiffanyTea with Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17014131105695691106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-61035187931771259442009-03-13T12:01:00.000-07:002009-03-13T12:01:00.000-07:00God is on your side....AmenLove, Hugs and PrayersM...God is on your side....Amen<BR/>Love, Hugs and Prayers<BR/>MomAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-6902088493695028932009-03-13T11:20:00.000-07:002009-03-13T11:20:00.000-07:00Remember my friend when we are weak he is strong, ...Remember my friend when we are weak he is strong, he is there with you, always with you! He will never leave you nor forsake you. You are very strong and I know you will conquer. I pray for you everyday that you will stay strong and find peace. I wonder if there's something in the air, I have been dealing with most of the things you have described, it's wierd and I haven't said anything, but I think my hubby is starting to notice. I just tell him I'm getting older and I can't do the things I use to do. It's wierd but we have the Lord in our lives and in our hearts and we Will pull through. Amen!!<BR/>Love ya my friend "Blessings"<BR/>Try and have a beautiful day!<BR/>:)Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292404509675099875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-26818860312164720972009-03-13T10:45:00.000-07:002009-03-13T10:45:00.000-07:00Oh Nichole...I am so sorry to read about your pain...Oh Nichole...I am so sorry to read about your pain. You see, it seems we have very similar symptoms. Believe me when I say I understand. I also know how hard it was to write this post. I too sometimes feel like I shouldn't write about my pain and problems....after all, everyone has their own issues. HOWEVER, reading your post today helped me realize that I am less alone than I realized.<BR/><BR/>I also understand how difficult it is to be in constant pain, but to others, look like everything is fine. (no blood, no broken bones, no visible deformities). It is impossible sometimes to explain it to others and then when you do, you feel like they may think you are just complaining or lazy.<BR/><BR/>I ALSO understand the guilt. You make plans and then may have to cancel them. There are things you want to do with your children, but sometimes you just can't.<BR/><BR/>It also affects other parts of your life. After 38 years of searching, I found what I loved doing in life. Firefighting. Now, because of my pain, it is doubtful I'll ever be able to step on a fire engine again. It isn't possible to explain how much that hurts me, but somehow I think you understand. <BR/><BR/>I'm praying for you and am looking forward to hearing how you doctor appt goes.My ADHD Mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12355981755069167730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-929543254325457611.post-17152860551707476032009-03-13T10:31:00.000-07:002009-03-13T10:31:00.000-07:00Thank you for sharing! I know it is hard. It is ...Thank you for sharing! I know it is hard. It is easy to share our triumps, and hard to share our trials. But when you are weak, then HE is strong. And he will accomplish the good work he has begun in you, sister. Keep the faith - you are, I can see it in you.Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00458659497370768232noreply@blogger.com