"Ascribe to the Lord, o mighty ones, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name, worship the Lord in the splendor of his holiness. The voice of the Lord is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the Lord thunders over the mighty waters, the voice of the Lord is powerful." Psalm 29: 1-4
Last night I was looking for a paper with some information I was given of someone that could give me a ride to church... I looked and looked, but couldnt find it..then Beverly was able to find a list of churches in the directory of the Lodge...Calvary was one of them, Bev called and called, but there was no answer, so later on yesterday I called and someone answer, there was this guy "andrew" that for the first time was given the church building keys to pick up the last Christmas decorations, he said to me that there is no ministry that picks up and brings them to church, but he will be happy to give me and Bev a ride to church on Sunday morning, and it just happened that he was there when I called and that he was given the church keys that day...God at work is the only thing I can say.
It just happen also that today when we went to church, that my sister in Peru Maria Elena talked to me about this church and "Ted" the pastor in Gainesville, and she gave me the information, but of course I lost the info... We talked to "Ted" and he shared that they are very close to the pastor in Lima (John and Pilar Bonner), so we had a lot of common things that we shared...the church was filled with love, everyone came to say hello and introduce their selves, worship was nice and the teaching was really good.
Today I woke up very sad....one because I received the news that one of my spiritual sisters that was going through a battle of cancer like me has passed away, she is with the Lord now, and I have full confidence of that, and that gives me a lot of peace...but, really the ones that hurt are here on earth, death is difficult to assimilate no matter what....last time I saw her, about 3 weeks ago I think, she hold hands with me and said "We are sisters now, I wish your bed will be next to mine and we will be holding hands all night long" with time she became my buddy and sister in Christ, I saw her faith growing every day, every time I got in touch with her I know her heart was closer and closer to the Lord.... she's gone through way more than I am going through, she is an example for me, and she inspires me, we were suppose to go together on this battle, but the Lord call her home... Karen I am gonna miss you, but I am glad and envy in a way that you are next to the Lord now, out of pain, and at peace. She will be in my heart always.
Church service spoke directly to my heart, we went over Psalms 27 -30 and I realize how broken I am, I really want to cry all the time, I am weak, I am in pain and nausea all the time, this process is difficult, I wish I could be home with my Bethany... but the reality is that I am here, and this is a struggle for me.... I broke in tears and realize that God, Jesus is upholding me every moment, there is no way physically or mentally that I can do this without him, He is the one that is holding me up, helping me to wake up every morning and shower, get ready for breakfast (although if it will be for me I will probably skip all meals), give thanks for a new day of life, and God is holding my right hand... after service I met with Michelina and Jane at church, they pray for me, and I broke in tears, I realize how weak, how fragile I am, how miserable I feel at times and is only because of Jesus and his mercy that I am still up and walking, saying Hello to my fellow sick people here at the lodge, I am out of strength, I would spend all day in bed if is because of me, but God keeps me moving, every breath I take is because of Him, glory to him always, I am completely broken, but He is the great fixer, there is nothing impossible for him, all my praises to Him and I dont deserve anything, He is with me just because of his mercy.... can't wait for him to make me better and coming back to my Bethany and give whatever years he will grant me of life to Him, his glory and service.
Love you all!
Sunday, January 2, 2011
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Though I cannot understand your pain, please know we are with you. We continue to pray for your health. I imagine that you must endure this horrible pain before you are back to your healthy self again. We love you...and pray to the Lord to have mercy on you, and gives you strength. Love always,
ReplyDeleteJust know that I am on this end praying for you Sofia! I know you have a ways to go yet ... but we're praying you through! Sorry I've been out of touch but you were still on my heart and mind. Just know you've not been forgotten. I called earlier today and Theresa said you were resting so she didn't wake you. Hang in there my sister. Hope to see you soon! Love you! Myra
ReplyDeleteI am praying for you Sofia. I pray you feel Jesus holding you and giving you strength to face each day, may the peace of the Lord comfort you during this trial. Know you are loved by so many!
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