I needed this verse today. I needed to know God's thoughts were on me.
Another version says:
How precious are your thoughts about me, O God.
They cannot be numbered!
I can’t even count them; they outnumber the grains of sand!
Yesterday was a little harder than usual. I was running errands, with the girls in tow, and I ran into some old friends who were excited to ask how me and the baby were doing. (Over six weeks now, and it just never gets any easier to explain the baby is no longer with us.)
At the point they asked, I was trying to get somewhere, but in reality I was lost. The one person who had the ability to help me, instead made me feel insignificant and ridiculous. And so I was wandering around, dragging my 2 girls behind me, willing us to find the right building. Madeline was missing her usual nap and was causing quite the scene. My emotions were already boiling over and these friends' innocent inquiry caused it all to overflow with none other than my oh-so-familiar comrade - tears.
And once those pesky tears find their way into my day, I might as well throw in the towel (or tissue) because they are there to stay. For the rest of the day, the littlest things made me weepy.
And so, today was the perfect day for me to join in on Word Filled Wednesday. God wanted to remind me once again that I am not alone. His thoughts are on me and His thoughts are vast. He has not stopped thinking about me. He has not stopped thinking about my baby. He understands when my tears find their way down my cheek and He knows. He suffered His fair share of sorrows. He, too, lost a son....
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18 comments:
Hi Rebecca,
I am sorry about your loss and the difficult day you had yesterday. Thank God for strengthening you and ministering to you! Thanks for sharing with us this touching account.
Love your picture and verses from Psalm 139. Very encouraging! Such a great comfort that we are not alone. God has not stopped thinking about us. May God continue to strengthen you daily with His love and mercies. So glad you join us at WFW today. Take care and blessed WFW!
With hugs and prayers,
Nancie
Perfect picture. God is faithful to see us through!
Rebecca,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your baby. I can't imagine the heartbreak that brings. I truly can't think of a more comforting, assuring thought than the one you've shared today. Praying for you. Thank you for sharing beauty out of your pain today.
Blessings,
Tracy
lovely visual reminder of the words and their truth.
My heart truly goes out to you sweet one, so very sorry for your precious loss. The verse and picture brings much comfort.
I'm so sorry to hear what happen. Praying that God gives you strength and encouragement. The photo was reminiscent of a sweet dance to the love of our Lord!
beautiful pic and verse!
I lost my first baby at 12 weeks. The pain at times is completely unbearable but with time it will get easier. Just hug those girls. I have said a prayer for you.
Rebecca, I just want you to know that I too have a precious baby in Heaven. One I never had the blessing to hold in my arms, just my heart. I miscarried between my daughters. I ran the gammout of emotions. It has been 12 years ago now. I want you to know that I am praying for you today that you will be comforted as only God can comfort. Thanks for sharing this beautiful WFW today.
I am so sorry for your loss. What a great scripture you are choosing to focus on. Isn't God great that we are so very important to Him?
Praying for you.
I am so sorry for your loss. I am so thankful that God is our comfort and source of our strength, especially when we go through such loss. Prayers have gone up to you and your family. God Bless dear sister in Christ.
Bless you Rebecca and indeed God knows your thoughts and you with the hardship of your sweet loss
is in His heart and thoughts also as you grieve. I'm so sorry for the loss and the insensitivities of others. He is there to help you carry that burden. How perfect and comforting this precious photo with this verse meant for you as you heal! I saw you had"Bring the Rain"on your sidebar, may Angie's words and being able to share her story bring you some peace and her words bring you comfort!Have you heard her precious song? Time does not do the healing, but God's Word should help!Hold on to this verse Psalm 139:17-18.
I've been on the beach and have tried to count the sands(actually seashells in the sand)...not as sweetly as this precious little one
...they definitely are innumerable.
How lovely is the Father's immense love for you and all your little ones! Tears are good but don't let them flood the JOYS around you!
Rebecca,
I'm so sorry you lost your little boy. We don't understand why these things happen. It makes us who we are today. It is great that you want to use your life and circumstances as an altar for God. I will pray for you as you travel this road you wouldn't have chosen for yourself, but you are on the right track with God beside you or carrying you when you need.
Your girls are adorable! BTW, there is a meme on Thursday, called Thankful Thursday. If you've never joined in, come give it a try. There have been times when I have been feeling less than thankful and participated, resulting in a change in my day!
Blessings my friend!
Cheryl
Thanks for visiting my blog and your sweet comments.
Oh....the pain is just real...and you know it's amazing how your pain shared ministers to others...others you've never met, likely never will....
That's just how GOOD God is..You had me in tears by the end...
prayers going up...for peace...
peace,
lori
the image was beautiful...your heart even more..:)
Dear friends,
Thank you for all your wonderful words, encouragement and prayers for me and for my family today. I am so overwhelmed and so incredibly moved.
Each person who took time out of their day to send me a note has inspired me to recognize yet again that God provides exactly what we need -comfort, encouragement, hope, peace - at just the right time.
Thank you for blessing me. Love, Rebecca
Please know I am so sorry about the loss of your son. I know it's painful and words are just inadequate...I love the picture and verse you posted today. An adequate reminder, indeed! God is so faithful and loving toward us. He has promised to love us and be our Comforter.
I'm sorry about your son and understand needing the support. Wonderful photo and verse!
lovely thoughts...thank you for the reminder that His thoughts are on us. Blessings.
Oh, my sweet sister. I sit here crying as I read your post. Thank you so much for sharing your heart.
"His thoughts are on me and His thoughts are vast. He has not stopped thinking about me. He has not stopped thinking about my baby. He understands when my tears find their way down my cheek and He knows. He suffered His fair share of sorrows. He, too, lost a son...." This was beautiful.
Bless you, my friend.
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