- I made steps to go on the missions field based on advice from others. I never stopped to pray about the decision. It was a tough lesson to learn but my best friend was supportive and encouraging even though I forgot the basic thing – prayer.
- When I was pregnant at 31, although my mother lived with me, she wasn’t helpful. A girlfriend took over. She was there when my daughter was born, and she was there my pregnancy. She was wonderful!
- Having lost my daughter to death (age 27) in the last few years I have been a new journey of faith. I had family and 3 speical friends who encouraged me to be me, feel the feelings and now able to more on with my life.
- My son Stephen left today for Marine Boot Camp. He is my only child and my Mother’s heart bleeds a little in letting him go. God is Faithful and has a perfect plan for me as well as my son. I know he will help me navigate the empty nest.
- Having gone through 3 back surgeries in six months, God has given me friends to bring meals during recuperation, a nurse friend who visited me weekly til I was on my feet, and a good fusion, even though there some residual complications. – Visit
- When my husband and I were going through a difficult time and felt like failures, my brother-in-law would call us every day for months to encourage and prayer for us. Don’t think we would have made it without his support.
- This summer I was diagnosed with blood clots due to my birth control. I cannot list everyone who helped me during this time in 250 characters, but to summarize: Jesus, my husband & daughter, my family, and my friends.
- Several years ago I was having an extremely bad week. In the mail I found a simple card from a friend (who had not known what I was going through) with a simple message of caring.I know that God worked through this friend to remind me that I’m loved – Visit
- I was a new believer and barely making it with my finances. I found an envelope with my name on it where I sat for church. Inside was just the amount needed until my next paycheck. That really deepened my young faith.
- No story just ScriptureGladness of heart is the very life of man, cheerfulness prolongs his days.Ecclesiansticus 30:22 – Visit
- I have been struggling with infertility for almost ten years. My best friend has been my constant rock and support and always there with a word of encouragement and a should to cry on. My life would not be complete without her in it! – Visit
- My small daughter was in another state with her grandparents when their long-time dog died and this is about how I felt about it AND how God used it for me when my own storm crashed in later on. – Visit
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- I was going through a difficult and discouraging time and was experiencing many health issues. An acquaintance at the time mentioned that she was praying for me every day. Her reaching out changed my life and brought a new friend my way. – Visit
- Two and half years ago, our old dog, Maggie, died of old age. It was a sad day for all of us. We cried until our eyes were swollen. We planned on getting another dog after (continued at: www.amusingmother.com/2008/11/sunday-will-come.html – Visit
- Today I can smile.Warm sun rays shine on my face,Worries melt away. – Visit
- My Depression: 15 years ago I was digonised with depression, all I wanted to do was cry. I had lost my mother and my husband had to change jobs, so without God & my husband’s help I would not be as well as I am today. I still suffer but can cope. – Visit
- My son was in Iraq for a year. I had some days when fear would try to rear it’s ugly head. Never failed, my friend Tammy would email me or call and speak encouragement and peace to me , often times from scripture, sometimes just to make me laugh.
- When I was pregnant with our first daughter, we learned that she would probably not live past six months of age. The Lord was there for us. He strengthened us not only for this, but to be a witness for Him. Our Rebecca lives with our Heavenly Father.
- When I was 25 both of my parents died within 7 weeks of each other & being the oldest of 4 sisters I took care of everything. I really think God gave me the strength to get through it all with his grace & love.
- I was a Jr. in college when my dad was diagnosed with cancer. He battled for 6 short months before leaving us for heaven. My youngest brother was only 8. Two of my college roommates had experienced the same loss already- God put them in my life!
- my husband helped me through some major health problems
- I used to struggle with cutting and depression and my friends showed me how much they and God loved me no matter what mistakes I made over and over. – Visit
- My last child was born 3 weeks early, she had a collapsed lung and was struggling to stay alive. I prayed and prayed that God would watch over her and make her well. She is now 5 years old and what I consider to be my true blessing from God.
- After my father died (when I was 17), my amazing friends were there for me every time I needed someone to talk to.
- Whenever I am going through a rough time I can find God all around me, carefully steering me in the direction I should go. It is comforting to know that I am not on the road alone. Seeing God all around me when times are rough is so renewing.
- I have cerebral palsy and am bipolar. I also was undergoing treatment for Hepatitis C. My ex live-in fiance was schizophrenic alcoholic who got us evicted. I almost was arrested as well. Only God could see me through that nightmare. Thank you Jesus!
- As we were getting hit head-on by a drunk driver, I screamed, “Help us, Jesus!” The crashing ended, the drunk driver’s truck was picked up and hurled over us, just missing the pastor and his wife in the car behind us. He’s there in the storm, always.
- My brother was just killed in an accident 3 weeks ago. We are clinging to God as we struggle thru this hard time
- In 2004 my sister developed a brain infection. It was through that situation my husband and I came to know Christ. Through the way my parents reacted to this illness. She is doing well today. – Visit
- I went through many InFertility treatments and several miscarriages;I thought God had left me,failed me,betrayed me;then my husband and I decided to adopt. When I held my son,I knew God had not failed me, it was magic. My husband&God,got me through. – Visit
- I was in college when my father passed on. My friends were great. They did anything I needed them to and were just there, people whose concern was for me.
- When my mother died my pastor, who is now my best friend, was there for me the whole time. If all I needed was just her company, she was there. She shared the Psalms with me when I couldn’t pray or cry. She was my comfort in the storm. Thank you Lord – Visit
- It’s funny how you think you’re doing something to help someone and they’re really helping you out. I’m walking the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure for my friend Barb who died of breast cancer but I’m the one benefitting from this journey the most – Visit
- Have gone through many difficult times, but I remind myself that hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear a hardship today!Sudip
- I had my second baby at the end of December. I was so worried I would struggle with PPD and not be able to keep up with my job(daycare). My family and friends really stepped up and helped us through those first months.
- My Mom and I were in a car accident years ago and I had prayed that God would encamp His angels all around us just a moment before the accident. It was scary no doubt. We did go for physical therapy but thank God it wasn’t worse. God protected us! – Visit
- God has weathered me through many a storm, often by gifting me with wonderful people in my life. When my husband was laid off, our friends and neighbors helped us through. I am grateful to them and to God for putting them in our lives!
- I lost my mom at the age of 19- I had some wonderful friends who were there to comfort me- and still are ten years later. God has been the greatest comfort of all.
- My husband and I have suffered a 30 percent pay decrease the past year. My church family has been a wonderful encouragement with love and support. I don’t know how we would’ve gotten thru without their love and prayers.
- When my daughter was 9 she came down with encephalitis and was in critical condition in a coma. My church family stood in the gap for me and prayed when I was weak and worn out. After 30 days in a coma, my daughter made a miraculous recovery.
- God’s Blessing – Visit
- I have a good friend named “S” that is always there, always ready to listen, always ready to share, who is so loving, she is truely a blessing to me! <3
- My dad died suddenly a few weeks ago at a very young age. A friend of the family had been through the same thing and upon hearing the news, told his wife, “I have to go talk to Holly.” He sat with me for hours that day talking and giving advice.
- The Lord has brought my husband & I through many storms in the 45 years of marriage; 3 strokes, a heart attack, two cancer bouts and now,Alzheimer’s. In all, He has been the strength to face each day with hope and laughter.
- During the past five years, with God and the help of a service dog, Charlie, I have become stronger as a Christian
- When I left L.A. to care for my sick mom, I thought my life was over. It turns out it was only just beginning. REMEMBERING JESS. – Visit
- I went through years of infertility treatments which took a toll on me physically, emotionally, and spiritually. My husband was a wonderful source of strength. We have since been blessed with three amazing children.
- Life’s Balance SheetBy Mary AllenMy heart pounds.I gasp for breath.What more can I give!?If I pour out my life blood,sell it pint by pintno one would benefit.Not even the unpaid undertaker.Bills bury mebeneath dead weightt
- I was dealing w/ a 2 year battle w/ bulimia when I met my husband. He was a saving grace. Once I met him, it stopped. It has now been 5 1/2 years. He gives me courage, strength, and unconditional love.He makes me feel beautiful & confident each day.
- Friends and family are the great equalizers in weathering a storm. Alone one man will be battered, but in others shelter is given
- I lost my daughter 7 years ago. She was 27 and died from liver failure due to addiction to prescription pain pills. When she died, we adopted our granddaughter who was 6 at the time. God and His grace got me through the hardest time in my life! – Visit
- The Lord is carrying me right now through the Valley of breast cancer treatment. He is a wonderful refuge!
- My husband always helps me through difficult times. He’s my best friend.
- I have so many friends who have helped me, loved me through difficult times with a child with autism. A jump rope coach who is confident about working with a child w/ autism is one of our more recent blessings. – Visit
- My hubby and I were separated for a couple of years and he moved to another state. A song came on the radio by Casting Crowns “Praise You in This Storm.” I praised Him in the midst, He gave me His peace, grace, mercy and love and healed my marriage! – Visit
- My mother, who is only 62 was just diagnosed with terminal cancer 8 weeks ago. God is bringing me through and her as well. Together we will find a way to say goodbye with love in our hearts.
- I made it through a horrible flare-up and diagnosis of Crohns Disease when I was 16, with the help of God, without him I most likely wouldn’t be here. – Visit
- When Anxiety & Depression set in … HE was there! – Visit
- the person that helped me through a stormy time in my life would be my mother. I was 19 and my sister was 15 and he was 44.He had a massive heart attack. My mother was having a hard time but found time to console my sister and myself.
- When my father died, y husband really stepped up and took charge of everything to allow me time to grieve and take care of my mom. He watched over 13 plus kids from various families while my siblings and I took time settling his affairs.
- In 2001 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. My life verse has always been “In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” Prov. 16:9 Throughout that journey God was always in control. I’m a “thriver” not just a survivor! – Visit
- After 3 adopted children and no longed for desire of my heart to have a baby, I was pregnant for the first time at 40. God loved me enough to give me the desire of my heart to bring me back to him where I belonged. There is much more to this miracle – Visit
- When I was just 19 years old, I lost my lovely mother to breast cancer. It was an extremely difficult time for my two younger sisters and my Dad. We were just sort of lost but I had a wonderful Aunt who stepped in and helped us through a hard time.
- husband injured mortgage due. I told God I was trusting Him to provide. He sent an angel who told me she was waiting for me to trust Him. Mortgage was covered. Angel disappeared from our lives. Have not seen her since. – Visit
- Storm is ongoing with my diagnoses of Fibromyalgia at age 15. Now at 20, trying to support myself through school But Last year came the news of my Dad’s job loss. It makes things hard but we are all in this together waiting on the Lord to provide! – Visit
- Wow, what amazing stories! Mine isn’t quite as grand, but being a teen girl, I sometimes doubt myself and God about those “big things” etc. –God has provided me with loving parents and siblings to help and encourage me when I feel that way. =)
- When I had a miscarriage last year, I was devastated. I had great support from my dear husband and a nearby friend always checking on me. Thanks goes to God for easing the pain over time. – Visit
- I lost a baby when I was six months pregnant. At times in my life, my Mom has not been very supportive. However, after I lost my son, we spoke everyday. It was such a comfort.
- My husband is an adulterer, and we are currently in the process of getting a divorce. I cannot tell put into words how powerful God’s love for me has been a confort to me. When down in the dumps, I know I can turn to God, and not to worldly things.
- Fifteen years ago my husband was dying from cancer and I was heartbroken and so scared. His best friend stayed and help both me and my husband through this terrible time even though I know he was feeling the pain as much as me. What a true blessing
- Through the storm the coming of rainyou feel the placewhere deep waters run.The peace of hopeamidst the pain.The place no onecan take away.Where the part of knowing the hope of Heaven lays.God is always the one I seem to turn to.
- My family and faith were both there when most needed during a time of extreme loss.
- A family member was in a car accident. It’s 5 years later and he hasn’t returned home from the hospital yet. God has helped us through this most difficult storm.
- Without going into too many details, my husband helped me through a time when I was really sick and I am to this day appreciative!
- Basically my ex kidnapped our daughter and it took family/friends/God to get me to function again properly during the year it took me to get her back.
- When my brother passed away, my parents were my support system and I like to think that I was theirs. – Visit
- My Mom pasted away last November and then my only sibling found out she had Lymphomia. it has been a hard two years. But God has gave me strength and my sister is in remission. How wonderful God is, even when he takes he always gives back.
- My father died when i was a teenager and getting to know him. My mom helped me struggle through his loss.
- When I found out about my husband’s infidelity my friend Vickie was there to listen to me vent, cry, and pray with me. She also helped me think through the major decisions I had to make. She was truly a light in the storm. – Visit
- When I was a child I was sexually abused by a family member. As an adult, through the grace of God and support of my husband I have found healing and hope and learned to live a life of joy. – Visit
- I Praise The Lord every morning for I am Alive another day, I have been close to death due to a m.d don’t want to go there. But I was not be alive or to mentally sharp. But Praise The Lord , i am here and leadingpeople to e Lord . Have lost many fr – Visit
- When I was going through my very difficult divorce and was accused by my then husband of all sorts of garbage, my parents and friends helped me so much. God was helping me every step of the way and keeping my daughter and me safe. – Visit
- My husband is my rock! I was injured 3 years ago & I have RSD and am now disabled and in a wheelchair. My husband has never left my side thru surgeries, hospitalizations, and down times. He truly believes “in sickness & in health” I am so blessed!
- my mom was diagnosed with an anyorism last year. after getting a second opinion we started a prayer group to help my mom get through it. after consulting with a specialist to determine the best treatment, he couldnt find it any more.
- I married my husband when I was 17. We had a very hard road ahead of us. We broke up a few times, but God has always been there to help us find our way back together. We have now been married almost 12 years. Without God that wouldn’t of been possibl
- Family pulled together to support each other after the tragic loss of a young cousin.
- A few years ago, I went through a terrible personal storm–menopause. I was depressed, manic, raging, crying. It was awful. I lashed out at my husband, yet he stuck with me. He was my beacon.
- I broke my leg – REALLY broke it – and my life came to a grinding halt. God showed me that the downtime was exactly what I needed and turned it into a blessed time with my husband and kids. Praise Him! Tammy
- My best friend dies unexpectedly last year. She was so sweet and I miss her dearly. However my fiance (and another best friend) was by my side the whole time, let me grieve, and supported me. – Visit
- I have this belief that if you don’t pray enough, God will give you a spouse and children. I have a son who is in prison for the 5th time. I have had to give him to God because I can not save him. I have absolute faith in God.
- My ex started physically abusing me after I told him that I was pregnant. If it wasn’t for God and my family I would probably still be with him today.
- Remember this when next you praySome needs do, your own outweighAlso this if discontentYou have not trod the trail some wentCall to mind your deepest painThen lift up all who’d call it gainStay true to the thingWhich came the way of suffering – Visit
- God helped my cancer go into remission when the doctors wrote me off then he helped me through pain killer addiction.
- My prayer partner friend helped me through the last two and half months of my Mom’s life. She had Alheminer’s for three years and it was rough living away from her. I don’t know what I would have done without my friend to talk to.
- My friend (at the time) was there for me when my son was diagnosed with autism. He was both my rock and my son’s rock during this storm. Now it is 10 years later and we are all together as a family. The rainbow at the end of the storm!
- My baby Eden was stillborn & my best friends came to pray for me & help take care of my kids when I was so heartbroken. Then when I had to have a hysterectomy after my loss, they came to the hospital to annoint my broken body. I love them!
- Five years ago, I was in a fiery explosion where my hair and clothes were on fire. GOD covered me with HIS hand, and I am a miracle to have walked out of that fire. Hillcrest Chapel were amazing in their love and provision for me through that time!
- When the Christian school I’d ministered in for nineteen years closed, my friend, who was in the midst of dealing with cancer, was the one who sustained me. – Visit
- My faith and my best friend helped me through a very messy divorce. Without prayer and her shoulder, I would have been lost
- Having lost both my parents, my marriage ending, both financial and physical maladies to contend with–I started praying again. Over this past year God has blessed me with so many supportive friends and wonderful things in my life. Thank you, God!! – Visit
- My first child was born with a spontaneous pneumothorax that landed her in the NICU. My husband was a pillar of strength during the four days she was there. I was numb from the experience and he held it together for the both of us. She is four now.
- Reading and reviewing books over the last 24 months has been part of God’s way of healing my heart and giving me hope to see the end of the hardest 3 years of my adult life. A Kindle would enable me to do it more and better. God be the glory! – Visit
- When I was a lot younger, I got pregnant out of wedlock, and knew that I wasn’t capable of raising a child, so when Gina came to rescue me, and help me choose prospective parents for my child, I felt whole again. I needed a friend and she was there!
- From 8 yrs old to 15 I was sexually abused. Married an abusive man. Jesus Christ was my Hope, my Healer and my Way to overcome the hurts of the past. Now, I take His healing of hearts to those who are hurting. Jesus is the truest friend you’ll have!
- My husband and I were 25 when we got the news: “no sperm.” No sperm? Then. . .no babies. My heart broke. I wanted babies and never ever thought we’d face infertility.Now three kids (all adopted) later, we couldn’t imagine life without them. – Visit
- My second son was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy when he was one year old. My sister-in-law, who also has a special needs child, has been such a help to me. The system is difficult to navigate, but her advice has been priceless! – Visit
- In 2004 we had 4 hurricanes in a row. All our neighbors got together to clean up the mess on our street.
- God allowed one of my biggest fears – a chronic illness – to filter through His hands and become an integral part of my life. I’ve been crushed and re-molded as I’ve faced the implications. Ironically, I am now becoming more like Him. – Visit
- I have fibromyalgia for over fifteen years and have had to change my activities accordingly. I was involved in a car accident and was injured. Thinking that “I” could continue, I was at a breaking point. By God’s grace, I am on a great path now. – Visit
- Over the last 11 years I’ve provided care for my mother with fibromyalgia and major depression, an uncle with Alzheimer’s & aunt with rheumatoid arthritis. God has blessed me with a caring <3 & sister’s in Christ to encourage when needed.
- I was in an abusive marriage and lived far from family. A neighbor helped me find the strength to leave, press charges and rebuild my life
- A little over a year ago I was suddenly struck with nearly paralyzing anxiety and panic attacks. One year later and through the grace of God I have found my real place at home for my children, following Christ again and blogging for the heck of it! – Visit
- A lifetime of feeling worthless! Why? As a young girl I found myself at a drive-in theater with an X-rated movie on the screen. 20 years ago God put Pat Self in my path to tell me how valuable I am in God’s eyes & heart. I now believe it. Storm gone. – Visit
- Sounds silly but when my hubby and I moved from FLA to PA, I followed him home. I had no clue how to get there and we were on I-95. He made a sudden exit that I could not cross the lanes to make. I was mortified. I prayed to anyone and found my way
- I was a young girl living in Arkansas spending the night with a friend when a tornado came taking out my parents home down the street. My friends parents held my hand not letting me go to the house comforting me until the storm was over.
- When my cat died I didn’t know how to grieve because it was the first death I’d ever experienced. I kept all my emotions inside until my aunt came over and told me it was alright to grieve. We both cried but it was the start of my healing process.
- When my family was having very hard times financially God used our new church to bless us in miraculous ways!
- My husband and I went through a really bad patch at about 6 years of marriage. He was going through a severe depression, wanted a divorce, and I was pregnant with our youngest child. Without prayer and God’s help, I doubt I would be married today.
- After two miscarriages and struggles with infertility issues, my wife and I were in a very dark place, one that lasted a long time. But then we met a wonderful birthmother who placed her child with us. She brought our son into our lives! – Visit
- My father in law was diagnosed with what was terminal cancer. We’ve never had so many people rally and pray with us and for us. Through a series of miracles, his cancer was misdiagnosed, and he’s doing great.
- My husband and I went through our storm when Baby Andrew was born and died at 25 wks. God was beside us constantly and brougt healing through the love of our church family. He calmed our storm and we have experienced finding pearls after the storm.
- My husband was deployed to the Middle East and everything was going wrong for me..freezer broke/washer broke, bathroom flooded, Landlord was being a jerk, I had gallbladder surgery, my BFF came over, helped me move and stayed with me for a month.
- A couple years ago I had lost my job and unfortuneately couldnt pay rent. I prayed and prayed and prayed and was able to get another job but I lost my apartment and the furniture because I couldnt move it. No money to pay movers and no friends who ow
- All of us encounter difficulties in our lives but, with the help of family, friendsand a firm belief in God we can survive.
- 9 years ago I was a victim of a flesh eating bacterial infection, a killer. I almost died. God had other plans yet for me, and I lived. Miracle. I have had many strange infections since, and am disabled as a result. I praise God hourly for my life!! – Visit
- Eight years ago I got Rheumatoid Arthritis. Major bummer. My best friend suggested I try the arthritis class at the warm water therapy pool. That turned out to be the greatest suggestion and I continue to go three times a week.
- I would like to thank the Lord for His constant Presence in my life when I was going through depression, and for blessing me with a husband who stuck with me through it and seems to love me more than ever before. A cord of 3 strands doesn’t break!
- God has blessed me by putting spiritually mature women in my life during times of stress. – Visit
- When my mother-in-law was in her last days with lymphoma one of her neighbors was able to talk to her about salvation in a way that she’d never listened to me. I praise God that she is now with Him, His timing never fails.
- God was with me when me and my son were in a car accident. He watched over us and protected my son. My son was not hurt. I had a concussion. I had flipped the vehicle. God was with us that day. Please enter me in contest. Tore923@aol.com
- MY 3 1/2 month old grandson just went through a heart procedure. A month ago doctors found a duct on top of his heart that did not close at birth. They did surgery and everything went great!Something as small as a baby can remind us of God’s glory. – Visit
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