Comments on: I’m Not Strong Enough

By: Nancy

Nancy — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:52:47 +0000

Have you ever noticed that Phil 4:13 is about “contentment”? I was re-learning the verses in Phil 4:11-13. The message of contentment jumped out at me when I got to verse 13. The verse that we often use for “strength” is really about accepting our circumstances with contentment. I lost my youngest son a year ago Feb. I am looking at these verses through “new eyes”. I hope this is helpful. I am learning to be “content” through the Lord’s strength…

By: Beth (A Mom's Life)

Beth (A Mom's Life) — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:32:29 +0000

What a great devotional! And I love all three of those verses!

I can relate to this topic a little. I have had pain that is related to my MS for four years now and there are times when it gets me down or I question the purpose of the pain. However, I find if I pray through the pain, it is always lifted.

Continuing to pray for Spencer and your whole family.

By: Kimberly

Kimberly — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:45:07 +0000

Sweet Amy,
Sometimes I am just not even sure what to comment. I cannot claim to fully know or understand what you face each and every day. I almost hesitate to ever offer you any advice or wisdom, because what wisdom do I even have…especially about all your family is going through. Just know how much you bless me with your heart for the Lord. You are an encouragement to me and to every person who reads what you write. What a blessing for those who actually get to interact with you on a daily basis! You are a light, Amy. Salt and light.
Love you,
K

By: Vickie

Vickie — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:22:38 +0000

Amy, this is a wonderful devotional and a very real one. I know it is very real to you as you share your struggles with us. As I read this, two verses of scripture came to me.

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are -yet He did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Hebrews 4:15 & 16

Please know that God doesn’t let anything we go through go to waste. Whether He caused it or He allowed it, He always has a purpose for our pain. Unfortunately He doesn’t always explain to us why but because He is God we are encouraged to trust Him without always knowing why.

He is there with you every time your son has a seizure. He knows before it happens. Even when it seems like too much, know that He will give you what you need to endure even more.

I pray for healing for your son and relief for your family. I pray God continue to reveal Himself to you as truly the Lily of the Valley each day that you are down in the valley. Even though you walk through the valley of the shadow of death Amy, fear no evil, for God is with you and Spencer, His rod and staff comfort you.

You are in my prayers.

Blessings,
Vickie

By: Angela

Angela — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:11:14 +0000

Wonderful post Amy. And I will be praying for Spencer and your family

By: Peggy

Peggy — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 04:35:45 +0000

Here’s what I sing along with a few others:

I’m so very ordinary
Nothing special on my own
I have never walked on water
I have never calmed a storm
Sometimes I’m hiding away from the madness around me
Like a child who’s afraid of the dark

But when I call on Jesus
All things are possible
I can mount on wings like eagles and soar
When I call on Jesus
Mountains are gonna fall
‘Cause He’ll move heaven and earth to come rescue me when I call

Weary brother
Broken daughter
Widowed, widowed lover
You’re not alone
If you’re tired and scared of the madness around you
If you can’t find the strength to carry on

Call Him in the mornin’
In the afternoon time
Late in the evenin’
He’ll be there
When your heart is broken
And you feel discouraged
You can just remember that He said
He’ll be there
Nicole C. Mullen Call On Jesus lyrics

And then of course, comes: Your grace is enough…So remember Your people
Remember Your children
Remember Your promise
Oh God

Your grace is enough
Your grace is enough
Your grace is enough for me

I’ve been praying for… the rest of my comment go to signsmiraclesandwonders.blogspot.com

Sorry still singing from TSMSS! Grace, grace, wonderful grace…
aMazing Grace…

By: Andrea

Andrea — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 01:27:00 +0000

Amy - I’m in constant prayer for your family.

When our lil’ one had surgery, I would share my concerns with people about God taking care of it. I knew he would but I wanted to “reserve” the miracles for those who really needed it. A sweet old lady in our church family simply told me, “His grace is enough.” After that, I knew she was right. That’s why I love the song, “His Grace is Enough” because I know I can face any tomorrow as long as I have His amazing grace!

By: Laurie Ann

Laurie Ann — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 16:21:30 +0000

Please know that Spencer and your family remain in my prayers, as do the doctors who are treating him.

I have faced huge struggles that God has allowed me to overcome by His grace being made perfect in my weakness. It’s hard, but I’m stronger for it.

You are such an example of faith in the dark times. I continue to be amazed at God’s glory that shines brightly through people like you.

By: Carol

Carol — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:18:37 +0000

Powerful! His grace will get you through this time. I love you.

By: Susan B.

Susan B. — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:08:23 +0000

You and Spencer are in our prayers. Your devotional was very inspiring. We cannot see the whole picture but God will make a way. Hold on to the words ” my strength is make perfect in weakness.”