A Little Angel
Today was the Celebration of Life for my Auntie Sandi.
It was sad; but there was a spirit of joy, as well. And it was a blessing to me.
After the memorial service, it was like a fountain of water spurted forth and I was able to get a lot of my pent-up emotions out and I was able to talk to my mom and share my struggles. A burden lifted and my heart felt lighter.
And now I have a little bit of peace.
Plus, God sent a little angel to me this morning. We were in the car, driving to the church where the service would be held, and I was feeling depressed. My little sister, who is eight turning nine very soon, was drawing in a little notepad.
Next thing I know my sister looks at me, smiles, and hands me her own little drawing of two horses in their stalls, and above the little barn she wrote: You will have peace Izzy.
How did she know that's what I needed?
It seems simple, but it said a lot and I felt a little bit of my burden of struggles lift.
What she wrote is true.
No matter what you're going through, God will give you peace, someway, through someone, something, a scripture, a book, or through a little angel of a sister like I had (and have) today.
I pray that the struggles any of you are going through right now will find a way to sort itself out. I pray that you will find someone to pour your heart out with. I pray you will find the bravery to pour your heart out. I also pray that you will find God's Peace, God's Love, God's Grace.
Because I know our God knows our sorrows and hurts. He weeps with us; He hates to see us suffer.
So He'll be there . . . for you . . . just cry out to Him.
I have to be truthful: I haven't felt God a few times in this journey. But today? I felt Him, and saw Him; I saw Him in people's faces today; I saw Him in Nikki's little note; I saw and felt Him in the peace that washed over me when I talked to my mom.
I pray that the same thing will happen to anyone out there that is struggling, because He's there. Sometimes we can't feel Him but He's always, always there, waiting for you to find Him. He will not let you go! He wants you so much. He Loves You All!!!
Just a little bit of my heart :)
~Izzy
It was sad; but there was a spirit of joy, as well. And it was a blessing to me.
After the memorial service, it was like a fountain of water spurted forth and I was able to get a lot of my pent-up emotions out and I was able to talk to my mom and share my struggles. A burden lifted and my heart felt lighter.
And now I have a little bit of peace.
Plus, God sent a little angel to me this morning. We were in the car, driving to the church where the service would be held, and I was feeling depressed. My little sister, who is eight turning nine very soon, was drawing in a little notepad.
Next thing I know my sister looks at me, smiles, and hands me her own little drawing of two horses in their stalls, and above the little barn she wrote: You will have peace Izzy.
How did she know that's what I needed?
It seems simple, but it said a lot and I felt a little bit of my burden of struggles lift.
What she wrote is true.
No matter what you're going through, God will give you peace, someway, through someone, something, a scripture, a book, or through a little angel of a sister like I had (and have) today.
I pray that the struggles any of you are going through right now will find a way to sort itself out. I pray that you will find someone to pour your heart out with. I pray you will find the bravery to pour your heart out. I also pray that you will find God's Peace, God's Love, God's Grace.
Because I know our God knows our sorrows and hurts. He weeps with us; He hates to see us suffer.
So He'll be there . . . for you . . . just cry out to Him.
I have to be truthful: I haven't felt God a few times in this journey. But today? I felt Him, and saw Him; I saw Him in people's faces today; I saw Him in Nikki's little note; I saw and felt Him in the peace that washed over me when I talked to my mom.
I pray that the same thing will happen to anyone out there that is struggling, because He's there. Sometimes we can't feel Him but He's always, always there, waiting for you to find Him. He will not let you go! He wants you so much. He Loves You All!!!
Just a little bit of my heart :)
~Izzy
Thank you so very much for sharing, Izzy :-). This post warmed my heart. God works in the best of ways. His love is there for us always. Testimonies, like your own, help others, like me, to continually be aware of these gifts :-).
ReplyDeleteI'm so thankful for you! You're a special, special daughter of the King.
Blessings and prayers,
Ellen
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DeleteSo very true! Thank you for sharing!! God will never leave us or forsake us, He's always there to help us carry our burdens. <3
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So true! God has many ways to comfort us and show us He cares. I'm glad He used your little sister this time. Remember the poem Footprints. It's one that I give to the children at the hospital where I work. Most of them have major burns all over their body and have to be in bed for months. I tell them how God has been with them since their accident and is healing them. They just have to trust in Him and be patient as He works in them. One of them told me he once felt that God was actively working to heal the skin on his arm. He could smell a sweet fragrance and felt peace as His arm had a tingling sensation. I Do believe God healed Him because His skin healed faster and was smooth, not bumpy and thick as usual. We have evidence that God is doing the same in you! Just continue to rest in His arms. He loves you with all His heart and has a plan for you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing it to all of us. What you wrote is so encouraging, and something we all should never forget. God is so good, and He cares about all of us, even in trials.
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Izzy,
ReplyDeleteWhen life throws you it’s biggest waves, it is so easy to be knocked down, give in, and lose your will to swim back up. You have learned to keep looking up. Just like your momma, you grow and blossom through the process of grief, and find a way to inspire others. I am in awe of your beautiful spirit and words.
In my own experience with life and struggling health, I find that when the good news comes, that is when I have my meltdown. When I’m in the middle of the fight, I’m positive and strong. When I realize that I’m okay, or that Lydia is doing well, that is when the feelings of fear and “what if” tend to really roll in. I’ve had to learn to allow myself weak moments. Your honesty and courage are contagious and inspirational. You are one amazing child ❤️
Much love!
Deanna
This is so sweet to hear your thoughts & heart. You have such a lovely way of putting your thoughts & feelings into words. What a gift! Keep 'em coming!
ReplyDeleteYou have been an inspiration to me. I deeply appreciate how honest and you have been. God bless and keep you 🌹
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! It's so true, you will get peace in your time of need. I love how you express yourself in blogging and writing. I can picture you as a very bright, bubbly person.
ReplyDelete~Leah
Izzy, I am blessed by your heartfelt honesty! And your pouring out of encouragement to those who may be struggling. Thank you, I needed that. Love you! Scarlett
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