Thursday, February 3, 2011

Seeing The Brighter Side of Life Through Faith

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Through our sufferings in life, we can either wilt like a desert flower, or we can persevere, shine and grow through faith….

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…and through faith, build character and hope.

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And hope doesn’t bring us to shame, but can only make us strong.

Building faith, through loss, only strengthens our spiritual relationship with our Father.

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God’s love is poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit has been given to us as a gift, as a comforter. I like to think of the Holy Spirit as a warm and soft blanket that is draped over our shoulders to give us peace and comfort in our most sorrowful of times.

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Don’t let the hardships in life pull you down. Instead, seek out our Father for peace and for guidance. He is always there for us; in time of joy and in time of sorrow. I am a witness of His merciful love – for not too long ago, He draped that warm blanket over my shoulders to comfort me in the most difficult of all days. I am here, my friends, to tell you that He is there. I AM a witness of His glory – of His love.

The sun will never set on my love for our Father.

Never.

Peace…..always and forever……me.

(Romans 5:3-5)

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68 comments:

  1. DonnaFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    You are a true testament. Reading your blog has meant so much to me since Amber went to Heaven.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Big HUGS!
    Donna

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  2. UnknownFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    What a wonderful loving post..please know you are in my thoughts tomorrow....Sandy

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  3. AliceFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Thinking of you and praying that your memories continue to comfort you.
    Sincerely,
    Alice

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  4. Into VintageFebruary 3, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Miss B - Thinking of you, Barry & Spencer. xo -amy

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Becky,
    This was so beautiful. God Bless you and your family. You are such an inspiration to so many people. You are in my prayers now and always.....

    Jan

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  6. AngeFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    What a most beautiful post and what wonderful imagery of the Holy Spirit, our Comforter.
    I will be remembering you in my prayers at this time.
    Angex

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  7. marieFebruary 3, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Sweet Becky. You inspire me. God is so evident in your life and in your words ~ and just look at the beauty He's put all around you. Those photos are amazing ~ He is the very best artist, isn't He!

    You and your family are in my prayers and in my heart.

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  8. Blondie's JournalFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Thinking of you, Becky...

    XO,
    Janie

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    A beautiful and poignant post. Thank you.

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  10. Rocky Creek Scotties and Rocky Creek RamblingsFebruary 4, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    Becky, you are so strong and full of grace - those gifts come form our Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    xo
    Lynn

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  11. Kathleen GraceFebruary 4, 2011 at 4:50 AM

    Dearest Becky,
    You are an inspiration and God has given you a very special testimony. I have prayed for you that God would send the Holy Spirit to comfort you when you lost Jordan, and I am so happy that you have recieved that comfort. We all go through trials but we don't ever have to go alone. I love you.

    Kathy

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  12. Old Centennial FarmhouseFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    Such a beautiful, thoughtful, and heartfelt post. You are a testimony to this peace and it so wonderful that you encourage others to hang on to Him through the storms life has brought. I have so admired your grace and peace through all you've been through.
    XOXO
    Joni

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  13. AmyFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    Becky, I'm tearing up reading this. I love your analogy of the Holy Spirit. It's so beautiful. Such comfort in your words. I'm thinking of you with love and prayers. ~amy

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  14. FourSistersInACottageFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    My Sweet Friend Becky....
    Please know I have thought of you all this week....
    Love you so much and know that in time...You will be with Jordon again.
    Big Big Hugs, Amy

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  15. JoyFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    May Peace be with you.

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  16. NicoleFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Thinking of you and wishing you comfort.

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  17. ConnieFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    What a testimony of God love and care. Praying for you.

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  18. ~*~ saskia ~*~February 4, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Another gorgeous post!
    Have a loveliest of weekends!! xxxx

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  19. ElsieFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Becky this is a beautiful, wonderful and meaningful post.
    You and your family were in
    my prayers last night. Your
    photos are absolutely gorgeous,
    a true testament that God is
    good. He gives us so much if
    we just stop and appreciate it.

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Beautiful post from one of my favorite, warm blanket scriptures. What a lovely tribute and powerful testimony...love in it's truest sense.

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  21. waveneyFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    E'en for the dead I will not bind soul to grief;
    death cannot long divide.
    For is it not as though the rose that climbed my garden wall has blossomed on the other side?
    death doth hide,
    but not divide;
    Thou art but on Christs other side!
    Thou art with Christ, and Christ with me;
    In Christ united still are we.

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  22. waveneyFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    E'en for the dead I will not bind my soul to grief;
    Death cannot long divide.
    For is it not as though the rose that climbed my garden wall
    Has bloomed on the other side?
    Death doth hide,
    But not divide;
    Thou art but on Christ's other side!
    Thou art with Christ, and Christ with me;
    In Christ united still are we.

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  23. AngelaFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Thank you for sharing that and opening up your most painful of times to us. We all need reminded God is there, his plan is best, and the Holy Spirit is just as you describe. Peace and comfort to you.

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  24. AdrienneFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Beautiful! Sending prayers and hugs your way.
    ~Adrienne~

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  25. PondsideFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    On this anniversary I wish you all the peace and love about which you've so beautifully written.
    The Great Dane gets a little better each day, and your post was just the gentle jolt I needed this morning.

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  26. addie373February 4, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    What a beautiful and inspirational post. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    I want to thank you for sharing your faith in God with the blog world. You strengthen and inspire me as I'm sure you do so many others.
    God bless you,
    Sheila

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  27. Susan @ Blackberry CreekFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Beautiful post from a beautiful soul. Thanks for sharing your heart with us, Becky.

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  28. Simply ShelleyFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    A beautiful post Becky and a great testimony of true faith....God is good all the time...in sunshine and sorrow...in spring time and winter...God's Holy Spirit will continue to cover you through your journey....it will be worth it all when we see Jesus.....blessings to you dear friend....Shelley

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  29. Elizabeth and Gary February 4, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Dear Becky,
    Gary and I are holding you and the family close in our hearts today.
    And sending prayers up to heaven.

    Love you and a really big hug, Elizabeth

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    ((((( You are in my thoughts )))))

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Please tell me how to get this peace. I have just lost my Mum and the pain is unbearable. Thank you for your lovely blog, you are a great inspiration. with love. Jeanx

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  32. The Strawberry MallardFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    You know that you are in our prayers today dear one....no finer thoughts or prayers could have offered up by you today......loving you and your dear family!

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  33. GaylaFebruary 4, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    I love your blog and am blessed by your faith. Thank you so much for being such a voice in the wilderness to so many who have faced overwhelming loss. Your faith is inspirational to us all, and after all, that is what we are called to be--- salt and light... Hugs from Missouri.

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  34. Miss JeanFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Sending you love and hugs to you today! I'm so thankful that the Lord has made it possible for our lives to cross and for us to become friends.

    Beautiful post, my dear Becky!

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  35. Skoots1moMFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    amen & amen
    can't add any more to that testament :)

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  36. fiberdoodlesFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Sending love, happy thoughts, warm hugs and prayers to you and your family. You have such a sweet spirit and thank you so much for reminding us of the important things.

    love and hugs,
    Sharon and Max

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  37. The Green PeaFebruary 4, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Becky, your boys are blessed to have a faithful mother. May God bless you and your family always.
    Love to all, sandi

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  38. BrendaSFebruary 4, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Thinking about you and your family today. Beautiful post and so true.

    You are such an inspiration.

    Take care.

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  39. "Create Beauty"February 4, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Gods grace, may He wrap you up in it, comfort you in His warm fuzzy blanket and hold you tight.

    With Love,
    Violet

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  40. Lori LucasFebruary 4, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    The fact that you can wake up every day, live your life so fully, and write posts like this as an example for the rest of us to follow is a true testament to your beautiful spirit and wonderful faith. You will never know how many people your words really reach. God bless you today and each day. Lori L

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  41. VeeFebruary 4, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    You're a sweet and dear heart, Becky. Thank you for sharing these thoughts. I believe you!

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  42. Sandy, Sisters of SeasonFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Your words are so true . . I loss my husband Dave last year. You can choose to be positive or negative . . with God it's all good. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful post, Sandy:O)

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  43. DeniseFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    A warm blanket draped over our shoulders...... The Holy Spirit.. The comforter...... Nothing else need be said.....

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  44. DeborahFebruary 4, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Thank you Becky for this beautiful testimony and reminder of how altogether lovely He is...
    There is no comfort that compares to the "Comforter"..His Holy Spirit.

    Thinking of you dear friend...
    Those photos of you and your sweetie are gorgeous!!!
    I have some news for you!!! :)

    Deborah xoxo

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  45. SusanFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Your faith is strong, my sweet blogger friend!! God is a good and gracious God, always there when we need him the most!

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  46. KristenFebruary 4, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Thank you for that. I needed it.

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  47. Esther SundayFebruary 5, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Thinking of you and your family. With much love, Esther

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  48. UnknownFebruary 5, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Blessings! What an awesome story God has told through you. Thinking of you!
    ~Liz

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  49. DeniseFebruary 5, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Beautiful pictures, Sherry sent me your way. Your blog is awesome.

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  50. D. Jean QuarlesFebruary 5, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Such lovely images.

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  51. PattieJFebruary 5, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Beautiful post. God bless you Becky ((hugs)).

    **To Jeanx who posted under anonymous:
    Here is a link for you:
    STEPS TO PEACE WITH GOD

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  52. Pink Roses and TeacupsFebruary 5, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Becky,

    What a beautiful post. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. You are an inspriation to all that have lost a loved one.

    Debbie

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  53. Mimi SueFebruary 5, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    So enjoyed your testimony. Beautiful pictures too. Mimi

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  54. RhondaFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    I love this post. It's brought me much comfort last night and again this morning. My faith is strengthened even in the loss of my Mom...He is good. I really like how you describe the Holy Spirit;
    "I like to think of the Holy Spirit as a warm and soft blanket that is draped over our shoulders to give us peace and comfort in our most sorrowful of times."

    Blessings.

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  55. Daisy CottageFebruary 6, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    ((((((Becky))))))

    There are no words to express how much I love you and how much you mean to me. My thoughts and prayers are ALWAYS with you and you will forever hold a very special place in my heart.

    This is a beautiful testament to your faith and precious soul... may God bless Jordan and you and your family.

    Forever.


    Much much love,
    Kim

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  56. RochelleFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Beautiful post Becky....
    xo Rochelle

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  57. LalleeFebruary 6, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Becky, your beautiful words are an echo of the sermon at my church this morning. It was from the same scripture. So blessed to see you walking in God's truth with the blanket of the Holy Spirit (beautiful analogy).
    Hugs,
    Lallee

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  58. Susan FreemanFebruary 7, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    My dear friend,
    You are a blessing to me. You have entertained me, amused me, amazed me and enlightened me. You have given me hope and encouragement. You are a treasure to me and to every heart you touch. God Bless you my dear friend. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

    Lots of love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  59. SRAFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    I woke this morning needing a little "spiritual inspiration" and your more than lovely words, faith and spirit have given me some of yours to sustain me on my quest! THANK YOU!

    May God give you grace enough for this day as He directs your thoughts and guides your heart and moves your work forward and blesses it and you ALWAYS!

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  60. EmmaFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    what gorgeous pictures you have shared with us today...he is a true artist!
    Thinking of you xxx

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  61. Carrie @ Cottage CozyFebruary 8, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Thank you for your words of faith and love! ♥

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  62. Sinta ReneeFebruary 9, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Absolutely beautiful Becky! thank you for sharing this post!xxoo

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  63. Pretty ThingsFebruary 11, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    I love to find a blog with this sort of belief. (Sighs happily and Favorites it.)

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  64. Simple HomeFebruary 12, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    What a beautiful post Becky. I know your faith has inspired so many here in blog land :-)
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  65. RoseFebruary 12, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    very inspiring post. out of hurts and disappointments there can be good if we allow ourselves to trust in God, and allow hope to be our partner. God Bless rose

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  66. ChaChaneenFebruary 12, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    I see this as a great tribute to Jordan, very beautiful my friend! Just like you!

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  67. CindyFebruary 12, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Becky, you are such a strong and inspirational lady. I have been thinking of you during this week...may you find comfort in all of the wonderful years and memories, and that you are loved by so many as it is plain to see right here on your blog.
    The pictures you shared are so beautiful. Sending you hugs!

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  68. twinkleFebruary 23, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    You are a blessing.
    I just love that word...HOPE.
    And...CHERISH.
    And...RAPTURE.
    And...GRACE.

    You have found the TRUE and FAITHFUL Comforter. He is making ALL things new.

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