Praying for all above. And glad to hear things are getting better for you and your family @Lawless!
Prayer Request Thread
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Guys, my 96 yo grandmother, Isabelle, is starting hospice tomorrow. She can't clear her lungs anymore and the doctors have maxed out all they can do. Asking for prayers for peace and comfort for her and for mom and aunt (Joyce and Debbie) as they care for her.
Thanks to all who prayed for Brandi.
They can still use them and a huge hurdle was overcome.
I did let her know that all the prayers I knew who to ask people for was done and promise you it overwhelmed her heart in a great way.
They can still use them and a huge hurdle was overcome.
I did let her know that all the prayers I knew who to ask people for was done and promise you it overwhelmed her heart in a great way.
My son Gunnar is heading to Oncology on tuesday, as symptoms have returned. He’s barely two years old, and is such a happy boy.
Praying for God’s healing hand.
It is a real help and comfort seeing people come together and praying for each other in this thread. It is also a good reminder that others have struggles too, and we need each other.
Prayers for those in need humbly sent
Praying for God’s healing hand.
It is a real help and comfort seeing people come together and praying for each other in this thread. It is also a good reminder that others have struggles too, and we need each other.
Prayers for those in need humbly sent
Especially hurts my heart when kids suffer. Prayers sent.My son Gunnar is heading to Oncology on tuesday, as symptoms have returned. He’s barely two years old, and is such a happy boy.
Praying for God’s healing hand.
It is a real help and comfort seeing people come together and praying for each other in this thread. It is also a good reminder that others have struggles too, and we need each other.
Prayers for those in need humbly sent
Done. Most of the time I add handle as last name even if it isn't truly correct. God knows who I am talking about. I'm also pretty sure he can take picture images from our minds as well.My son Gunnar is heading to Oncology on tuesday, as symptoms have returned. He’s barely two years old, and is such a happy boy.
Praying for God’s healing hand.
It is a real help and comfort seeing people come together and praying for each other in this thread. It is also a good reminder that others have struggles too, and we need each other.
Prayers for those in need humbly sent
Part of the reason why we pray for each other.
Saying a prayer for your son. God knows what He is doing. He has a plan. Your boy could not be in better hands.
Prayers for Gunnar.
And mom n dad
Thats a load.
Leukemia?
Let us know what you need.
We know people.
And mom n dad
Thats a load.
Leukemia?
Let us know what you need.
We know people.
Amen, thank you.
My namesake was asked to sacrifice his son in Genesis 22. I know I’m not being asked to do that, but to trust God’s will. I believe that was the purpose of that test.
One of my nieces died in her sleep at 1 1/2 years old, it’s difficult to accept these things. Keep the Faith.
Thoughts and prayers for all those in the southeast, Tenn. and NC. especially, who are getting a lot of rain today. They've had enough for a bit. Keep safe and dry.
Thank you. Hopefully we’ll know more tuesday.
Yes, amazing how soon this drops off the radar when a CEO gets shot or something. Haven't heard a word about the flood and fema victims in quite a while.
Oncology has given my boy Gunnar the all clear. Whatever his symptoms are caused by, it’s not cancer or cancer related.
Thank you God, and thank you all for your prayers. I am moved by it all. And a happy Momma!
Thank you God, and thank you all for your prayers. I am moved by it all. And a happy Momma!
Amen!!!
That is just awesome news.
Some tough crap at work (C-Suite people being fools with bad choices having negative effects that ripple far) today and that good news hits the spot for an uplifting moment!!!
That is just awesome news.
Some tough crap at work (C-Suite people being fools with bad choices having negative effects that ripple far) today and that good news hits the spot for an uplifting moment!!!
This may sound trite.
I am not a person who suffers from any kind of depression or anything like that, but this time of the year is an annual foray into a funk for me. Growing up, this time of year was dealing with adults who couldn’t be counted on to keep theirselves together. A 2 week bender usually complete with fights and crying and sometimes aunts, uncles and deputies trying to help put things back to some semblance of functional.
When I was young, first married it was terrible and terrifying. I didn’t even know I was in a funk and most definitely didn’t understand why. It put a strain on my beautiful young wife, she helped me tremendously though. It is not as evident now, I swallow it better. My grandson has certainly helped me to enjoy things better.
I gave him his first dirt bike yesterday and I am getting him early from preschool today so he can ride more. I enjoy him and his love of this season….
But still I struggle. I really really struggle and it is very hard to admit it or talk about it. My sister obviously understands and she suffers as well. We talk some but we are not good for each other this time of the year.
I don’t like this. I don’t wallow in it but I can’t seem to ever really beat it either. I have forgiven them, I truly have so I would appreciate y’all praying for me to be able to let go. Release whatever demons hang out in my head and cause me sleepless nights and bad moods. My wife is on it and really helping me and maybe knowing that others “know” and are praying will help too. God has a plan and I am who I am because of what I experienced, I don’t second guess Him. I accept it all, I just want peace.
I am not a person who suffers from any kind of depression or anything like that, but this time of the year is an annual foray into a funk for me. Growing up, this time of year was dealing with adults who couldn’t be counted on to keep theirselves together. A 2 week bender usually complete with fights and crying and sometimes aunts, uncles and deputies trying to help put things back to some semblance of functional.
When I was young, first married it was terrible and terrifying. I didn’t even know I was in a funk and most definitely didn’t understand why. It put a strain on my beautiful young wife, she helped me tremendously though. It is not as evident now, I swallow it better. My grandson has certainly helped me to enjoy things better.
I gave him his first dirt bike yesterday and I am getting him early from preschool today so he can ride more. I enjoy him and his love of this season….
But still I struggle. I really really struggle and it is very hard to admit it or talk about it. My sister obviously understands and she suffers as well. We talk some but we are not good for each other this time of the year.
I don’t like this. I don’t wallow in it but I can’t seem to ever really beat it either. I have forgiven them, I truly have so I would appreciate y’all praying for me to be able to let go. Release whatever demons hang out in my head and cause me sleepless nights and bad moods. My wife is on it and really helping me and maybe knowing that others “know” and are praying will help too. God has a plan and I am who I am because of what I experienced, I don’t second guess Him. I accept it all, I just want peace.
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I know how you feel. I had a friend get killed December 3rd, 2011. December always rolls in with that and I have to shake it away and try not to let my mind stay focused on it.This may sound trite.
I am not a person who suffers from any kind of depression or anything like that, but this time of the year is an annual foray into a funk for me. Growing up, this time of year was dealing with adults who couldn’t be counted on to keep theirselves together. A 2 week bender usually complete with fights and crying and sometimes aunts, uncles and deputies trying to help put things back to some semblance of functional.
When I was young, first married it was terrible and terrifying. I didn’t even know I was in a funk and most definitely didn’t understand why. It put a strain on my beautiful young wife, she helped me tremendously though. It is not as evident now, I swallow it better. My grandson has certainly helped me to enjoy things better.
I gave him his first dirt bike yesterday and I am getting him early from preschool today so he can ride more. I enjoy him and his love of this season….
But still I struggle. I really really struggle and it is very hard to admit it or talk about it. My sister obviously understands and she suffers as well. We talk some but we are not good for each other this time of the year.
I don’t like this. I don’t wallow in it but I can’t seem to ever really beat it either. I have forgiven them, I truly have so I would appreciate y’all praying for me to be able to let go. Release whatever demons hang out in my head and cause me sleepless nights and bad moods. My wife is on it and really helping me and maybe knowing that others “know” and are praying will help too. God has a plan and I am who I am because of what I experienced, I don’t second guess Him. I accept it all, I just want peace.
Praying for peace for you. Know that there are MANY like you at this time of year. Shorter days, many of them cloudy, stormy and dark. All those who've lost loved ones during the holidays.
Have you thought about volunteering for something? Homeless shelter, food line or the like.
This may sound trite.
I am not a person who suffers from any kind of depression or anything like that, but this time of the year is an annual foray into a funk for me. Growing up, this time of year was dealing with adults who couldn’t be counted on to keep theirselves together. A 2 week bender usually complete with fights and crying and sometimes aunts, uncles and deputies trying to help put things back to some semblance of functional.
When I was young, first married it was terrible and terrifying. I didn’t even know I was in a funk and most definitely didn’t understand why. It put a strain on my beautiful young wife, she helped me tremendously though. It is not as evident now, I swallow it better. My grandson has certainly helped me to enjoy things better.
I gave him his first dirt bike yesterday and I am getting him early from preschool today so he can ride more. I enjoy him and his love of this season….
But still I struggle. I really really struggle and it is very hard to admit it or talk about it. My sister obviously understands and she suffers as well. We talk some but we are not good for each other this time of the year.
I don’t like this. I don’t wallow in it but I can’t seem to ever really beat it either. I have forgiven them, I truly have so I would appreciate y’all praying for me to be able to let go. Release whatever demons hang out in my head and cause me sleepless nights and bad moods. My wife is on it and really helping me and maybe knowing that others “know” and are praying will help too. God has a plan and I am who I am because of what I experienced, I don’t second guess Him. I accept it all, I just want peace.
Brother
I struggled with that for years.
I was raised in an odd sect of the Christian faith that shunned holidays like Christmas and Easter.
It was always hard as a kid and for a long time as an adult.
Different reason, similar dark hole and just not liking it at all. No joy for me at all. And at times it still creeps in…..
I still can get pretty pissy about the materialism of it all. I consciously work to not let that dominate my thoughts.
Like you, my beloved Katelyn helps me with it in a lot of ways.
Know I focus on the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. I like to go and read Isaiah 7:14. The telling of Jesus’ coming several hundred years before his birth.
Christmas songs I like the most are the ones not about santa, and about God.
If you havent, get a copy of The Star. Animated movie abut the Bible story of the birth of Jesus.
Your family will love it and I know Liam will.
And I will pray with you.
Funny to read these responses. I have something similar. I truly hate this time of year. I feel that we have lost sight of the idea that these are holy days and not holidays.
The materialism in our society saddens me.
I’ve had conversations with several people and it seems that I am unique in my feelings. I’m the outsider.
I spend a lot of time praying for peace and clarity and forgiveness.
I’m relieved to hear that there are others with similar thoughts here.
The materialism in our society saddens me.
I’ve had conversations with several people and it seems that I am unique in my feelings. I’m the outsider.
I spend a lot of time praying for peace and clarity and forgiveness.
I’m relieved to hear that there are others with similar thoughts here.
You guys aren't the only ones. My Mom's family had many a disfunctional Christmas as well. And, my grandmother died on December the 8th 1992. My stepdad passed on December the 23rd, just two years ago. Combine that with the fact that as others have pointed out, it's become such a materialistic holiday and not what it truly is about, along with all the financial side of buying for everyone and worrying if they'll like it, etc, it really puts me in a funk.
Meanwhile, it's my wife's favorite time of year for all the right reasons, so I feel a little tinge of guilt sometimes about not being as happy about it, and that maybe that dampens her joy a bit. It's a lot sometimes, and I wish it wasn't. I'm usually just happy when it's over, and I shouldn't feel that way about Christmas.
On the bright side, we're staying here for Christmas. Now that I'm married, I'll wake up in my own bed for the first time in my adult life on Christmas day. I am excited about that.
Praying that you guys all get through it ok, and find some positivity in the season this year as well.
Meanwhile, it's my wife's favorite time of year for all the right reasons, so I feel a little tinge of guilt sometimes about not being as happy about it, and that maybe that dampens her joy a bit. It's a lot sometimes, and I wish it wasn't. I'm usually just happy when it's over, and I shouldn't feel that way about Christmas.
On the bright side, we're staying here for Christmas. Now that I'm married, I'll wake up in my own bed for the first time in my adult life on Christmas day. I am excited about that.
Praying that you guys all get through it ok, and find some positivity in the season this year as well.
Ba, hum bug! We have lost sight of the reason of Christmas. It has become about the money and trying to out do the neighbors. Please remember Christ for Christmas.
So, last week I was at work, approached by another dept to see if I was interested in a job they had available.
We talked it over, as its a newly created position.
I applied last night, spoke with recruiter this AM (knew the pay scale range and wanted to make sure I didnt get hosed moving). Actually a nice pay raise.
Interview this Friday.
This possible job transition is something I have thought and prayed about for a while now.
It will be more me fulfilling my calling vs having a good job I dont mind doing.
Appreciate prayers that all goes as on a way that it will please God, even if that means I dont move to it.
We talked it over, as its a newly created position.
I applied last night, spoke with recruiter this AM (knew the pay scale range and wanted to make sure I didnt get hosed moving). Actually a nice pay raise.
Interview this Friday.
This possible job transition is something I have thought and prayed about for a while now.
It will be more me fulfilling my calling vs having a good job I dont mind doing.
Appreciate prayers that all goes as on a way that it will please God, even if that means I dont move to it.
Prayers.
And pray for the victims of the the shooting.
And pray for the victims of the the shooting.
Yes. Just saw that. Awful stuff.
Prayers for them.
Prayers for them.
Put me down for the "Christmas Sucks" crowd.
I started celebrating Festivus in protest of the commercialization. Its a tough time trying to manage family and money and some peace for yourself. So tired of "Holiday Parties" I will celebrate any festival, but you have to use a actual non-generic name.
And guidance for Powder so he gets the best decision.
Everyone please enjoy an adult beverage and cookie/pie for me during this stressful season. I may sneak a brandy on Christmas myself.
I started celebrating Festivus in protest of the commercialization. Its a tough time trying to manage family and money and some peace for yourself. So tired of "Holiday Parties" I will celebrate any festival, but you have to use a actual non-generic name.
And guidance for Powder so he gets the best decision.
Everyone please enjoy an adult beverage and cookie/pie for me during this stressful season. I may sneak a brandy on Christmas myself.
Hey guys
One of my close friends and his family can use your prayers.
His dad went on hospice today.
Metastatic CA.
Thanks
One of my close friends and his family can use your prayers.
His dad went on hospice today.
Metastatic CA.
Thanks
I am talking with a company about a job opportunity. It seems like a great fit, pray please for His will.
In the meantime I am working a temp job helping with the cleanup from Hurricane Helene as a monitor of the cleanup operation. Solidifies just how fortunate we were. The real damage started about 20 miles west of us
In the meantime I am working a temp job helping with the cleanup from Hurricane Helene as a monitor of the cleanup operation. Solidifies just how fortunate we were. The real damage started about 20 miles west of us
Our heavenly father, we humbly thank you for your mercy and grace. Your love and perfect way and your son Jesus.
In the turmoil, let us see each day the hope and joy we have in you.
Please bless and comfort those who have put their trust in you.
Comfort the sick and their families. Let us each day focus on living more as you would have us.
We pray these things in Jesus holy name
Amen
In the turmoil, let us see each day the hope and joy we have in you.
Please bless and comfort those who have put their trust in you.
Comfort the sick and their families. Let us each day focus on living more as you would have us.
We pray these things in Jesus holy name
Amen
All,
My good friend’s dad who is on hospice is drawing close.
He is at peace and ready to go.
And his wife is at peace with it too
Please hold them up for comfort and to be pain free.
My good friend’s dad who is on hospice is drawing close.
He is at peace and ready to go.
And his wife is at peace with it too
Please hold them up for comfort and to be pain free.
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