Thursday, October 17, 2019

Your Dying Spouse 686 - Rooted in Christ, Rooted In Love {FMF}

It's been a stormy week, from the passing of Barb's da (click here if you'd like to read my tribute to a great man) to my own physical fabric failing to the point where "Don't give up!" feels like a hollow joke.

Especially when one has the runs that...wait for it...don't give up.

The thing is, what keeps you going isn't determination to push through the obstacles.

It's the Love that lifts you over them.

There's a storm about, I won't deny,
but I'm rooted where it's still.
Cancer wants me, yea, to die
but I'm very hard to kill.
I'm rooted in the love of Christ
and in the love I give,
saved by what He sacrificed,
and choosing life, I live.
Sure there's unimagined pain,
but no unconquerable sorrow,
for though I die, I still remain
in His bright tomorrow.
Though there be hard nights yet a-borning
in Jesus' world it's always morning.

Music from Barry Manilow, with I Made It Through The Rain.



Thanks to Carol Ashby, Blessed Are The Pure Of Heart is back on Kindle, and will be available in paperback soon.

Friends are everything. I couldn't have done it.

Marley, the canine waif from Afghanistan, whom WE helped save, has a Facebook page! Please drop by to see how happy he is today.


Below are my recent releases on Kindle -please excuse their presence in the body of the blog. I haven't the energy to get them up as 'buttons' in the sidebar. You can click on the covers to go to the Amazon links.







24 comments:

  1. Your courage and determination continues to inspire and encourage me. Continued blessings and courage to you and Barb.

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    1. Bethany, thank you so much! You have lifted my spirits on a hard morning.

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  2. I am so sorry for the loss - expected or not, it is hard. Praying for God to bring His comfort to both of you. May He continue to strengthen you both, using your journey to encourage others.

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    1. Joanne, thank you so much. It's really hard for Barb, and your prayers are very much appreciated.

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  3. Praying for you and your family.

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  4. I'm so sorry for the loss of Barbara's dad. Your tribute is beautiful. Praying for strength and comfort for you both.

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    1. Thank you, Lesley. Your prayers are very much treasured.

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  5. Thanks for another thoughtful post. I think I noticed a bit of humor there, too. You are an encouragement to many, I am sure.

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    1. Suzette, thank you so much for this. I hope I do encourage; to be able to do so is life's greatest honour.

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  6. Andrew, you amaze me how you can find so much humor even while in pain. I am so sorry for the loss of Barb's father. I pray for comfort as you grieve. And I pray for continued strength for you and Barb in these days when you are in so much pain. Love and gentle hugs to you both!

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    1. Gayl, thank you so much for this, and especially for the prayers. Barb is really hurting.

      Love and hugs back!

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  7. What a great last line! Always morning. He conquered death and dying and all night! Andrew, Light always shines bright through your words. Praying for you my dear friend.

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    1. Mary, thank you so much for this affirmation, and especially for your prayers.

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  8. Barbara has been on my heart and in my prayers.

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    1. My dear Norma, that means so much to her! Thank you!

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  9. I'm so sorry to hear about Barbara's dad! My prayers are fired up for her and all of your family that are grieving, Andrew! I'm also praying that today brings moments of relief for you and tender moments of love between you and Barbara.

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    1. Beth, thank you so much; prayers are so important now. Barb is taking this hard, as one might expect. Her Da was really a grand fellow, the greatest man I ever knew, and a model of fatherhood.

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  10. I'm so sorry to hear of you and Barbara's loss! May you find comfort in your good memories!

    I love the imagery of Jesus' world always being morning - the most beautiful part of the day!

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    1. Jerralea, I love mornings too. They bring hope.

      And thank you so much, from both of us, for your kind and gracious words.

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  11. Sending hugs and love and prayers to you and Barbara! Sorry for your loss.

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  12. What a bold poem, defying whatever is coming to get you! In light of your loss and struggle, this is so impressive. Sending lots of love to you!

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    1. Katha, thank you so much for this affirmation!

      Love back!

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