tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post7797722971003365242..comments2024-03-26T13:47:55.472-07:00Comments on Blessed Are The Pure Of Heart: Your Dying Spouse 321 - Humility, Through Others' Eyes {FMF}Andrewhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-10693968301278153172017-06-13T20:12:08.827-07:002017-06-13T20:12:08.827-07:00Leigh, I think your advice is excellent, to stick ...Leigh, I think your advice is excellent, to stick with what one knows. The truth, the Word, and those who speak truth is love...this is a great way to phrase it. Thank you!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-37294267292238895442017-06-13T20:06:16.282-07:002017-06-13T20:06:16.282-07:00Elizabeth, thank you so much for sharing your expe...Elizabeth, thank you so much for sharing your experiences with a similar situation, and especially the way you handled it. God touching your shoulder...that is wonderful.<br /><br />I so appreciate your being here!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-79625390107755431812017-06-13T20:01:14.813-07:002017-06-13T20:01:14.813-07:00Beth, I think you're right - I hit on a nerve,...Beth, I think you're right - I hit on a nerve, and perhaps on a hidden fear. You're so right that we all have our weak points.<br /><br />It is really an honour to be able to share this journey, as uncomfortable as it sometimes is. The prayers and support I have received here are beyond anything I might have imagined.<br /><br />I so appreciate your presence here, my friend, and most especially your prayers!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-31986472272277861632017-06-13T19:17:55.664-07:002017-06-13T19:17:55.664-07:00Joyce, you're so right - people can be very, v...Joyce, you're so right - people can be very, very cruel. And yes, we really do need to walk in another's shoes before passing judgement.<br /><br />Thank you so much for being here!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-15219778405510960162017-06-13T18:59:19.516-07:002017-06-13T18:59:19.516-07:00Heidi, thank you so much for your kind and graciou...Heidi, thank you so much for your kind and gracious words...and I'm so glad you liked the song and video!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-84720127255569906882017-06-13T18:55:34.873-07:002017-06-13T18:55:34.873-07:00Oh, Karen, I am so very sorry! My heart and my pra...Oh, Karen, I am so very sorry! My heart and my prayers go out to you.<br /><br />I'm so grateful for your gracious words, more than I can say, and you're right that hanging in there is tough.<br /><br />But the reward is great; I finally feel like I m doing that which God intended me to do.<br /><br />I'll keep going. No question.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-15695784820905334632017-06-13T18:49:31.976-07:002017-06-13T18:49:31.976-07:00Tondra, I LOVED this story you shared about your g...Tondra, I LOVED this story you shared about your grandfather. There is such wisdom there, and it's a tremendous comfort.<br /><br />Toss it back. Yes!<br /><br />And I'm so glad that you enjoyed the song. It's one of my very favourites.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-27593499852058806462017-06-13T18:41:01.675-07:002017-06-13T18:41:01.675-07:00Barbara, thanks so much for being here, and will b...Barbara, thanks so much for being here, and will be heading over to your post tonight. Please pardon my delay in responding!<br /><br />I so much appreciate the hugs and prayers!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-8243724746375981452017-06-13T18:25:54.334-07:002017-06-13T18:25:54.334-07:00Emaa, thank you for the heads-up to read more Bren...Emaa, thank you for the heads-up to read more Brene Brown. I've read some of work and she is good.<br /><br />You're so right that we all filter what we say through experiences, insecurities...and, I guess, fears.<br /><br />I'll keep showing up; and please excuse my tardy response here!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-45060131713568124882017-06-13T18:18:39.135-07:002017-06-13T18:18:39.135-07:00Mary, thank you so much for this (and please excus...Mary, thank you so much for this (and please excuse my delay in responding). <br /><br />You're so correct that 'right' doesn't hold a candle to 'well'; I had never thought of this.<br /><br />And yes, it's God's opinion that counts. His, and His alone.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-59503570366480431712017-06-13T18:13:33.284-07:002017-06-13T18:13:33.284-07:00Shauna, this is perfect! I'm a duck! I love th...Shauna, this is perfect! I'm a duck! I love the image of letting God wash it off me.<br /><br />Quack quack, right back! :)<br /><br />And please forgive my delay in replying.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-30642756587854473362017-06-13T18:06:00.253-07:002017-06-13T18:06:00.253-07:00Jeannie, thank you so much (and please excuse my t...Jeannie, thank you so much (and please excuse my tardiness in replying)! You're so right - we need to admit the cracks' existence and let in God's light!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-11948860071008443302017-06-13T18:02:46.062-07:002017-06-13T18:02:46.062-07:00Norma, my heavens...you, of all people, are NOT a ...Norma, my heavens...you, of all people, are NOT a wolf in sheep's clothing. Your faith is a shining example of what I would like to be, and your heart provides a gentle refuge for the hurting. Truly. The dude who said that was off his rocker.<br /><br />I'm so very grateful for your kind and thoughtful words; they bring grace and peace to me.<br /><br />Please pardon my delay in responding - these have been tough days. And thank you so much for the prayers!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-63238495021511636632017-06-13T17:52:49.123-07:002017-06-13T17:52:49.123-07:00Carolina, yes! He is indeed the Resurrection, and ...Carolina, yes! He is indeed the Resurrection, and in Him is all the hope we need (and please pardon my late reply). Thank you so much for the hugs and prayers.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-19124438386265342662017-06-13T17:45:02.332-07:002017-06-13T17:45:02.332-07:00Jan, you gave me a good laugh...and I really appre...Jan, you gave me a good laugh...and I really appreciate it (and please excuse my tardy reply)1 No, I don't, on reflection, believe what was said.It did make me look back, and look inward.<br /><br />And I truly appreciate your kind praise. Won't let it go to my head. I promise!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-60551407240711562602017-06-13T17:38:45.042-07:002017-06-13T17:38:45.042-07:00Lesley, thank you for this (and please excuse the ...Lesley, thank you for this (and please excuse the late reply). Indeed, you are right - it's how God sees us that matters, and He never has misconceptions of prejudice.<br /><br />I'm very grateful for your kind words; thanks again, from the bottom of my heart.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-77221418130407826482017-06-13T17:31:17.308-07:002017-06-13T17:31:17.308-07:00Tara, please excuse my delayed reply...and I'm...Tara, please excuse my delayed reply...and I'm so glad you liked the song! Indeed, He is all we need, and thank you so much for your prayers!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-21094666641444264332017-06-13T17:30:02.086-07:002017-06-13T17:30:02.086-07:00Debbie, thank you for this (and please excuse my l...Debbie, thank you for this (and please excuse my late reply). I am clinging to Christ with all my remaining strength, that strength which He replenishes by the minute.<br /><br />And thank you so much for you're prayers. They are deeply appreciated.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-41827454746132854382017-06-13T17:24:27.250-07:002017-06-13T17:24:27.250-07:00Emily, you're so right...and thank you so much...Emily, you're so right...and thank you so much for being here.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-81973161655654338072017-06-13T17:23:23.849-07:002017-06-13T17:23:23.849-07:00Tammy, I so appreciate your words, and yes...I thi...Tammy, I so appreciate your words, and yes...I think you're right. A hurting person hurting others.<br /><br />Never thought off that, the foetal position being perfect for God's palm. Good one1<br /><br />And the Mozart joke is terrific!!!!!<br /><br />Love back, from all of us.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-29154915693799653812017-06-13T17:20:29.466-07:002017-06-13T17:20:29.466-07:00Annie, it is an easy trap into which to fall. We a...Annie, it is an easy trap into which to fall. We are indeed rooted in a larger and Ultimate reality! Thanks so much for being here, and please forgive my tardy reply.Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-48586017235260850422017-06-13T17:09:23.899-07:002017-06-13T17:09:23.899-07:00Susan, you're right (and please forgive my del...Susan, you're right (and please forgive my delayed reply). It IS all we have to offer. ANd yeah...they didn't have any real business saying what they did. Thanks so much! XOXOXOWaggyWaggyWOOF!!!Andrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230537202427640540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-4625614717283262932017-06-12T18:50:51.443-07:002017-06-12T18:50:51.443-07:00I don't know how to respond to the beginning o...I don't know how to respond to the beginning of what you wrote and the email you got. It's not really for me to comment either way. I'm walking into the middle of a movie here. Stick with what you know. Stick with the Truth, the Word and surround yourself with those who tell the truth in love. Keep the faith! Peace and blessings-LeighLeighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14339809047230206010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-90106882148229201752017-06-12T13:26:51.582-07:002017-06-12T13:26:51.582-07:00I to have received similar letters, created to cau...I to have received similar letters, created to cause me doubt, hurt like intended, but know God did not help them write them. Had He, their words wouldn't have been like a knife in my back, going all the way to my heart. How I handled them was with God touching my shoulder, encouraging me to move closer to His direction. The authors of those letters still have no clue! #92 this week. Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00177803470331591655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4095822388315899381.post-22958417829580894552017-06-11T17:26:26.838-07:002017-06-11T17:26:26.838-07:00Obviously, who ever sent you that email does not k...Obviously, who ever sent you that email does not know you very well, Andrew. I don't know how you are determining that the source is someone you can trust. Perhaps you have more of a relationship with that person than it sounds like to me. I'm wondering if you simply hit on a nerve for that person. Yes, even good, solid friends have them--especially in weak moments. <br /><br />But I'm here to say that I am grateful for how you've continued shared your story no matter the difficulty it costs you to produce it each day and week. If we had to spend a day in your shoes, I'm sure that none of us would speak a word of criticism but instead be wowed by your strength. But thank you for eating humble pie--whether it was yours to eat or not. And thank you also for pointing back to Christ! Through my eyes, you are one humble man! Praying you are feeling Christ's comfort in the midst of your pain.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13156048755652103073noreply@blogger.com