In the end, despite lots of confusions and questionings, I've still come home to the conclusion that prayer is never wasted. Don't know how, don't know why, but there it is.
That's Whitman, of course, a grand attitude and truth, if one has the eyes to sustain it. I can't. But every so often, it's there, irrefutably in front of me. As for prayer, sometimes I pray simply to be reconciled to a world in which prayer does not work. Other times, I'm struck by presence. Thanks so much for this post Sue.
"Prayer reminds me that I am not the one in charge." You stated it perfectly, Sue. The everyday miracles we notice with our senses are what heal us in small ways, in between the soulless realities of this fallen world. Thank you so kindly for your beautifully crafted words and observations, and for sharing the words of others. They are a balm to the soul, recharging my battery.
Mary, thank you for your kind words! It is indeed a relief to be reminded we are not in charge! 😅 I appreciate knowing there are others who share in the doubts and questions. Blessings 💕
Oh Sue, this is so beautiful, and so honest. And I love, too, your seeing of the smaller, every day miracles: “What about the many daily wonders of a text from a friend, the sun rising, fresh bread to eat, a walk that moves the stress out of our bodies just a little, a few stitches in the ongoing repair in the fabric of a relationship. These too seem like miracles to me.” So true, and may we attune ourselves more to them! And this, in your beautiful words, “I will still continue to pray." Sending so much love, and deepest gratitude that the boulder has been excavated. SO much love. ❤️
Thank you my dear friend for being a pray-er and for holding our family through those days and weeks 💕 Yes I want to be attuned to the everyday miracles too
I'm so grateful we can put all our questions and doubts on the table with our Heavenly Father. I believe He hears our hearts and loves us deeply. His arms are open, His heart breaks with ours. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, Sue. May this be a season of tender faith-stretching for you.
I'm so happy that you felt held up by prayer! It was a blessing to spend time together before I left Alberta. It is no small miracle - the way God connects us to others through shared joys and sorrows. I can relate to this wrestling in so many ways. I spent years hoping for God to change someone else, to miraculously heal a mind and a relationship. In the end, He said: "put your hope in me alone." Sending so many hugs your way, friend!!!
It truly was a beautiful miracle to be able to connect face to face and to share our hearts’ deepest things with one another. Truly a gift. I kept asking myself is presence enough for me? Or did I need the answers I sought?
Your writing on prayer and miracles and the tension you hold is refreshingly honest. Holding the tension is a sign of your spiritual faith, growth, and development. Answers do not get easier. The questions become more honest as we climb higher.
Hold fast to the breadcrumbs that appear on your trail.
Mimi, thank you for this wonderful encouragement. It’s not easy to admit my questions as sometimes they are not welcome. I appreciate your perspective so much. Blessings and may you also find abundant breadcrumbs. 💕
Whatever you may name it, rejoice and enjoy and bask in the merciful blessings of God's bountiful goodness. May the Lord be praised both now and forever. Amen!! Amen!!
In the end, despite lots of confusions and questionings, I've still come home to the conclusion that prayer is never wasted. Don't know how, don't know why, but there it is.
That is a great way to put it - prayer is never wasted 💕 whether it changes outcomes or only changes us
"Why, who makes much of a miracle?
As to me I know of nothing else but miracles..."
That's Whitman, of course, a grand attitude and truth, if one has the eyes to sustain it. I can't. But every so often, it's there, irrefutably in front of me. As for prayer, sometimes I pray simply to be reconciled to a world in which prayer does not work. Other times, I'm struck by presence. Thanks so much for this post Sue.
Thank you for your thoughtful comments Steve. Leaning into the unknowing is not so bad I think.
"Prayer reminds me that I am not the one in charge." You stated it perfectly, Sue. The everyday miracles we notice with our senses are what heal us in small ways, in between the soulless realities of this fallen world. Thank you so kindly for your beautifully crafted words and observations, and for sharing the words of others. They are a balm to the soul, recharging my battery.
Mary, thank you for your kind words! It is indeed a relief to be reminded we are not in charge! 😅 I appreciate knowing there are others who share in the doubts and questions. Blessings 💕
Oh Sue, this is so beautiful, and so honest. And I love, too, your seeing of the smaller, every day miracles: “What about the many daily wonders of a text from a friend, the sun rising, fresh bread to eat, a walk that moves the stress out of our bodies just a little, a few stitches in the ongoing repair in the fabric of a relationship. These too seem like miracles to me.” So true, and may we attune ourselves more to them! And this, in your beautiful words, “I will still continue to pray." Sending so much love, and deepest gratitude that the boulder has been excavated. SO much love. ❤️
Thank you my dear friend for being a pray-er and for holding our family through those days and weeks 💕 Yes I want to be attuned to the everyday miracles too
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I'm so grateful we can put all our questions and doubts on the table with our Heavenly Father. I believe He hears our hearts and loves us deeply. His arms are open, His heart breaks with ours. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, Sue. May this be a season of tender faith-stretching for you.
Thank you Linda for your response and blessing. It is a great relief to realize our doubts do not in any way hinder his nearness 🙌
I'm so happy that you felt held up by prayer! It was a blessing to spend time together before I left Alberta. It is no small miracle - the way God connects us to others through shared joys and sorrows. I can relate to this wrestling in so many ways. I spent years hoping for God to change someone else, to miraculously heal a mind and a relationship. In the end, He said: "put your hope in me alone." Sending so many hugs your way, friend!!!
It truly was a beautiful miracle to be able to connect face to face and to share our hearts’ deepest things with one another. Truly a gift. I kept asking myself is presence enough for me? Or did I need the answers I sought?
My husband and I believe in prayer 🙏🏽 This time it was answered in the way we hoped it would be🙏🏽🙌🏼We are very grateful!!!
I believe in the person I pray to but I don’t understand it. And I am also grateful - I’m guessing I don’t need to understand
wow Sue. so blessed by your words today. May your faith be strengthened as you move forward. love you
Thank you Daisy - I’m so glad my words blessed you today and thank you for your blessing 💕
Dearest Sue,
Your writing on prayer and miracles and the tension you hold is refreshingly honest. Holding the tension is a sign of your spiritual faith, growth, and development. Answers do not get easier. The questions become more honest as we climb higher.
Hold fast to the breadcrumbs that appear on your trail.
Mimi
Mimi, thank you for this wonderful encouragement. It’s not easy to admit my questions as sometimes they are not welcome. I appreciate your perspective so much. Blessings and may you also find abundant breadcrumbs. 💕
Whatever you may name it, rejoice and enjoy and bask in the merciful blessings of God's bountiful goodness. May the Lord be praised both now and forever. Amen!! Amen!!
Yes indeed! No need to define things - just bask in the goodness. I do find it hard to stay there though - wondering what is next 😳