Rest for the Weary.....

I have been carrying heavy burdens in my heart.  Not only do I face the challenges of Jay's death but the needs of my family.  I attempt to stand strong and clear headed; but at times feel feeble and tired.  Today I sat in court with the fate of a family member in my hands.  With sad eyes that broke my heart; they pleaded for me to give them guidance.  I just don't know how to fix things anymore....

I've been pretty mad at God lately.   I have begged and begged for just a little reprieve from the chaos in my life.  Chastising him for not listening; feeling like he has turned his back on me.  Even questioning if he is really real.  Wow can grief test our faith!!!!  Jesus never told us that this life would be easy but what He did say to us is that He would make our burdens light. In fact He tells us that in this world we will have trials/tribulations. The question therefore is how do we live in a world that is not burden free especially when you are grieving the loss of a child. 

I came across the following message from two separate sources today; a youtube song and a blog written by Joanne Ellison.  Guess God is trying to tell me to stop screaming at him; that he hears me loud and clear....

• Rest for the Weary

Blog Posted September 4, 2012 by joanneellison in Christian Speaker

This morning I woke up with a Scripture on my heart: Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. 

• Come to Me (with Joanne Cash)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5J7LZhmuYE&feature=youtu.be  It is so apropos that this video is about Johnny Cash; for Jay just loved this man and his music.

GOD SURE WORKS IN MYSTERIOUS WAYS.  TO ALL GRIEVING PARENTS -

 GOD BLESS YOU