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Do you remember the last time you felt heartbroken? Or have you ever been heartbroken? Chances are that you have, or least someone left a foot print or two on your heart.
I remember the first time I had a crush on a boy. It was a big deal for me, because I normally hung out with the dogs and cows. I was in the 3rd grade, and he was in my class. I can't remember his name, but I do know that he was shorter than me and he had these little owl glasses. I just thought he was the cutest thing I had ever seen, and I wanted to be his sweetheart.
So... I challenged him to a race. We would race down the hall while the teachers were not looking. The little guy took me on. I had my pink sneaks that day and we waited for the bell...
We were off!!! Running, screeching down that hall as fast as we could go!!!! And then, the principal stepped out in front of us and I tripped over his shoes. Talk about humiliation... the worst part of it was we got spanked and that boy blamed me. Then... no more boy.
I crawled on back to the dogs and cows with my heart broken to bits.
What I didn't know then, was that God mended and loved my broken heart back together again. He's done that over, and over again because I keep on loving. There are many, many people who love... and are tender... God is awesome in what He does for us when we get hurt.
God is truly merciful when I'm the one who is guilty of inflicting the heartbreak. Countless times, I've opened my mouth and said things I regretted a moment later. Sadly enough, I can't takes those words back. I can only ask my loved one or friend for forgiveness, and repent. My grandmother said something all the time when I was growing up. She said, "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all". I've working on this issue along with other things. Now... it hurts me immensely if I think I've hurt someone else.
Blessed Father,
I praise your Holy Name for taking care of the wounded souls in this world. You lift them up to love again. I pray for the people who are lonely and in such need of Your love. I pray that You open doors for them, and teach them how to receive and to give love, so that it goes full circle.
In Jesus' Name,
Amen
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Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right,
whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable,
if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things.
-Philippians 4:8 NIV
I love the way this is worded, and what it says to me.
To dwell on goodness and truth, for if I do that, there is no room in my mind for the "stuff" that could bog me down. These words inspire me to excellence, not on my terms, but the Lords. How beautiful is that!
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I will help you because I care. Do you understand me? You are going to let me, and I mean it!
Oh honey, you are beautiful! Don't worry about what those boys said. You are precious in God's eyes. Just look in that mirror!
I don't care what religion you are. So don't give me any of sassy talk! Just hush, now. You just lost your Mama. It's okay, just cry it out now. Oh, honey....
Sweetie, if you fall down, please... let your pride go and let me help you up. Don't worry what people think. Sooner or later they will know that you're having trouble walking. Everything will work out.
No, you are not gettin' away by telling me you're a stranger. You're hungry, and I have plenty in my refrigerator and pantry. No one ever leaves my house with an empty stomach. Or call us, and we'll bring food to you. You are important in God's eyes, don't you see?
We've got to get you enrolled in the food program. You need the help, and I'm right here... I love you, and I care. I won't tell anyone. Yes, I'm your friend. I'll help you with the paperwork. No one at church will know. Let's pray, and then we'll start that paperwork.
6:10 So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.
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In the Babemba tribe in southern Africa, everyone gathers in a circle, and one by one they tell the stories of everything each has done right in his life. They recite a truthful praise list. They appreciate each other into the better part of himself. The person is given a chance to remember who he is and why he is important to the life of the village.
This is a life-giving story--truthful and shared for the sake of goodness and growth of the tribe, or family as we know it.
All children have gifts. Some open them at different times. - Patricia Polacco
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Have you ever wondered about the people in your life, and how they feel? What they dream about, and what they think about?
On an average day, how many people do you come in contact with? Do you remember their names? Do you know anything about their lives?
On a deeper level, have you ever sat back, and thought about the way you talk to the people you come in contact with? This is an important question. For it determines how you value people.
Do you listen to what they say? Come on, I mean, really listen. Do you interact with them? Do you ask questions? Do you remember their answers?
My husband has to pull me away from people. I want to know them, and I want them to know me. I want to touch them. Above all, I want a relationship with them so that I will know how to pray for them. You see, people leave echoes in my heart...
How about yours? Do you have echoes?
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