“The only thing that could comfort in such a situation is faith in something larger than ourselves... and the knowledge that although he is absent from us here, that he lives on and is safe. The utter despair for someone who had no faith at all is incomprehensible... how could you soldier on without anything to comfort you?
Prayers up for everyone touched by this....”
Thank you. I insisted that we attend church tomorrow. I guess when your faith is at is lowest is the time you need to be there. :)
Your post reminds me of one of my favorite songs, Alison Kraus’ (sp?) song the Lord being her shield. It’s beautiful. Okay, getting to bed and up early to get to church and pray for my be beautiful little nephew.
I will respond later to everyone else, but I have no doubt that your thoughts and prayers were heard, and James is now in the loving arms of the Lord.
Julie :)
Prayers of peace for James and his family and yours.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7KyyN5jXc0
ALISON KRAUSS
“Shield Of Faith”
(Ron Block)
Sometimes I’m battle weary
I forget to use my shield
The arrows pierce my armor
And I stumble in the field
A shield won’t do much good if it’s hangin’ by your side
Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive
I’ll think my life is over
But the Lord He comes to me
He heals my wounded spirit
And He sets me on my feet
A shield won’t do much good if it’s hangin’ by your side
Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive
Sometimes you’re battle weary
But the war’s already won
Keep your head and hold your shield high
‘Til your days of life are done
A shield won’t do much good if it’s hangin’ by your side
Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive
Keep the shield of faith before you if you want to stay alive