A Matter of Importance

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

Originally Posted by OneAccord

As I just replied to RevRandy...I have much to be thankful for. Right now, with tears running down my face, I am thankful to be part of a family... a family called New Faithchild Forum.

I debated about posting because I didn't want it to be construed as calling attention to myself... This isn't about me. Its about my wife Lola. But I am grateful for your prayers and compassion.

Originally Posted by Daniel Alicea

We cry w/ you and lift holy hands to Him that can do ALL THINGS.

Call me a baby, but I as well am almost at the point of weeping.

OneAccord, may the God of comfort hold you and help you in this very trying time. You are in my prayers as well, friend.

Bro B

[OneAccord]

Believe me, over the past few weeks, I have shed a lifetime of tears. But none more than today as I have read these replies. Tears of gratitude. What a great bunch of folks.

In 1988 my first wife died. Actually she was murdered. Not only am I weighted down with the uncertainty of what could happen at any moment, I also deal with the memory of my first wifes death. This is almost to the point of being more than I can handle. And I can't handle it. Not alone. Thats why I am so blessed and thankful to have God's help. And yours. God bless you all.

On top of it all, just after we got home from the hospital yesterday, my brother called. His grandson ( my great-nephew) fell off a tractor and his head was crushed by the wheel in Florida. He's alive but brain damage is almost certain. But, he's alive. For that we give thanks.-Rick

[AmazingGrace]

Bro.... I know we have said it over and over but as I sit here crying I want to say again.... We are praying... I am taking this request with me tonight to church and we will pray for your wife, for you and most of all for Jesus to wrap his arms around you and give you the peace that even though you cannot take it right now... He is there taking it for you and holding you up and being everything to you... May you feel His presence right there in the room now with you and may you know that his huge arms are wrapped around you right this very minute.

[lisafitzh2o]

I had been reading through the various threads...to TV or not to TV, are you saved at repentence, and on and on...

Then I came upon this thread. It was as if I could hear the chatter from the other threads suddenly go quiet, as the absolute reality of what is important in life hits home.

I also am acquainted with how our priorities change when faced with death. You find yourself getting exasperated with people, and you just want to scream "WHAT DOES THAT MATTER??? IT IS SOOOO NOT IMPORTANT!!!"

But isn't it amazing how, in spite of the bickering and bashing, everyone comes together when a "family member" is in need? I've always said that if I have an emergency, I will immediately post my request on AFF.

You have a group of believers who KNOW the power of prayer, and we (myself included) will keep you before the throne...not just today, but in the weeks to come.

[AmazingGrace]

Originally Posted by lisafitzh2o

I had been reading through the various threads...to TV or not to TV, are you saved at repentence, and on and on...

Then I came upon this thread. It was as if I could hear the chatter from the other threads suddenly go quiet, as the absolute reality of what is important in life hits home.

I also am acquainted with how our priorities change when faced with death. You find yourself getting exasperated with people, and you just want to scream "WHAT DOES THAT MATTER??? IT IS SOOOO NOT IMPORTANT!!!"

But isn't it amazing how, in spite of the bickering and bashing, everyone comes together when a "family member" is in need? I've always said that if I have an emergency, I will immediately post my request on AFF.

You have a group of believers who KNOW the power of prayer, and we (myself included) will keep you before the throne...not just today, but in the weeks to come.

This post is so so true...

[StillStanding]

I want you to know that my prayers are with your wife and yourself as you go through this trial. My heart is broken for you!

[Sarah]

I'm also praying for Lola, and for you. My heart goes out to you........may you all find comfort and peace, in Jesus' name.

[Margies3]

Originally Posted by lisafitzh2o

I had been reading through the various threads...to TV or not to TV, are you saved at repentence, and on and on...

Then I came upon this thread. It was as if I could hear the chatter from the other threads suddenly go quiet, as the absolute reality of what is important in life hits home.

I also am acquainted with how our priorities change when faced with death. You find yourself getting exasperated with people, and you just want to scream "WHAT DOES THAT MATTER??? IT IS SOOOO NOT IMPORTANT!!!"

But isn't it amazing how, in spite of the bickering and bashing, everyone comes together when a "family member" is in need? I've always said that if I have an emergency, I will immediately post my request on AFF.

You have a group of believers who KNOW the power of prayer, and we (myself included) will keep you before the throne...not just today, but in the weeks to come.

Lisa, you've hit the nail on the head. I say this with all of the conviction I have within me - if it had not been for my friends here (NFCF at that time), I don't know how I would have made it through Walt's aneurism.

That's why I feel sooooooooooo strongly about our need to be here for each other when someone else has a crisis. Like this. And why I am sooooooo grateful when I see the troops rallying around like they are here.

Brother, OneAccord, you are not alone. We're here for you.

[freeatlast]

Praying for you here in Illinois OneAccord

Our hearts are heavy for you and Lola.

[Hoovie]

OneAccord, Praying God's mercy to cover you and yours, In Jesus Name.

P.S. Do you have a support group around you? While we love you and will pray for you, I can see the need for close physical contact with those you love in Christ.

Steve Hoover