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Thank you for visiting my web page. I hope that these words of
encouragement will help you in some way. If they do, please let me know. If
you would like to post a message, your e-mail address will not be listed
unless otherwise stated.
To keep me from becoming conceited because of these surpassingly great
revelations, there was given me a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of
Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it
away from me. But He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for
my power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the
more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on
me. That is why, for Christ's sake, I delight in weaknesses, in
insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I
am weak, then I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
God uses our difficulties to develop His Son's likeness in us..........
This song encourages me...
Praise The Lord
(Chorus)
Praise the Lord
He can work with those who praise Him,
Praise the Lord.
For our God inhabits praise,
Praise the Lord.
For the chains that seem to bind you
Serve only to remind you that they drop powerless behind you
When you praise Him.
You are ALL so awe-inspiring to me!
Fear not; God will be with you all, always (my favorite Bible verse):
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor
demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither
height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able
to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our
Lord." Romans 8:38-39.
My heart and prayers are with you all! Keep up the good fight!!
You DO make a difference!!!
Hi Jason,
I wanted to share a very important testimony to others that really
changed my life. This is a very encouraging testimony. I have been in
church all my life. At the age of 13, I thought that I prayed a prayer
to ask Jesus into my heart. After there wasn't a change in my life.
At the time I did not the Holy spirit was not in it . It was for
somebody else instead of Jesus.
In March of 1993, my family and I moved to a different location. I
was kind of unsure of the move. I was a junior in high school, and I
did not want to move until I graduated. At that time I did not feel that
it was in God's will for us to move there. My friend invited me to
church. If she did not ask me I might not be here today. Through many
years I felt depressed and useless. I thought I was a mistake and I was
burden to everybody that knew me.
In the spring of 2000, the preacher at my church started preaching
about a certain percentage of the church. During those series of
sermons, the Holy Spirit showed and many lost souls invited Jesus into
their hearts. I remember going to a man to congratulate him on the
decision he had made. He made a comment to make sure that I have Jesus
in my life, because you could be miserable without Him. That statement
was on my mind for a while, because I was not sure if I had received
Jesus in my life.
On April 9, 2000, I was attending an evening service at church. When
the service was about to close, somebody came to the altar to be saved,
after many others came to be saved also. I was standing in the back.
At that time I knew to go to the altar. I stepped out into the aisle.
It felt like God carried me to the altar. I did not remember taking a
single step to the front. A good friend was there so I went to him and
I said the sinner's prayer. As soon as I said that prayer, I felt a
heavy burden lifted from my heart. I could feel so much JOY in my
heart instead of sadness. I just wanted to praise the Lord. That night
15 people was saved. There was a big celebration that night. I was
baptized on Easter.
When I feel discourage, I go to my Heavenly Farther and that always
cheers me up. As of being of useless, I know God has created for His
glory. It is not about me, it is all about Him. So I need to glorify
Him in all that I do.
The gift of salvation has been the greatest gift I have ever received,
and it has been life changing for the good. This is the most
encouraging thing that has ever happened to me.
Take care,
Shannon
A word of encouragement can make the difference between giving up or going on.......
Hi, my name is Shannon. I am 32 years old and I have cerebral palsy. God has created us for His glory. We are vessels to be
used for his glorious plan.
I really love to sing. Singing is one of talents God has given me. He has also given me the gift of encouragement.
I sing in the church choir and I also sing solos. Even though I have an speech impairment, God still uses my voice
to touch others. I would like to encourage you to do everything for His glory. Seek God's will for your life.
He has something special planned for your life, because you are His special creation.
Take care! I will be praying for you. Here is my e-mail address if you want to e-mail me...
srletts@comcast.net
Love in Christ,
Shannon
Here is some encouragement from God's word.........
Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex. Your workmanship is marvelous and how well I know it. You watched me as
I was being formed in utter seclusion, as I woven together in the dark of the womb, You saw me before I was born. Everyday was
recorded in Your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed. Psalms 139:14-16
(Psalms 139 is a great chapter to read for encouragement.)
Whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, you must do all for the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31
For I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13
His strength is perfect when our strength is gone. He'll carry us when we can't carry on. Raised in His power, the weak become strong.
His strength is perfect. His strength is perfect.
This Bible verse encourages me:
The Lord your God is with you. He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you. He will quiet you with His love. He will
rejoice over you with singing.
Zephaniah 3:17 NIV
My name is Tresa,
And I have spinal problems due to a fall at work!! I'm 55 years old and I'm mostly bed ridden, because of not being able to sit for
long periods of times, nor am I able to walk for long lengths of time either! I get depressed alot, I really don't have friend where
I live and the reason why is before my husband left me one year ago come this November 2007, my husband was a very jealous person and I
not get out that often and him being this way I've not made any friends at all!!
My husband left me because I guess he just couldn't take me being the way I am. I am on drugs for pain, which don't really do much
good anymore because I still live in some pain anyway!! But I get so lonely and depressed at times, I cry alot, and have dealt with
taking care of myself the best I can.
The Lord is with me each and everyday and he is the only one whom I talk to on a daily basis!! I know sometimes life isn't easy, but
I also know that it's going to worth it all and this is what the Bible says and the Lord reminds me daily :) I stay sain each day,
because I stay with reading the Bible each day and the Lord is with me always!!
I have one daughter (who does call me and encourages me, etc.) but she is raising my grandchildren and taking care of her man and
a house as well!! I have two grown boys but they are both truckdrivers and they call and stop in when they can, but if anybody knows
about truckdrivers they will understand how that is as far as getting to see them all the time :)
But I do get lonely alot and like I said I don't get out because of the pain in my back and right hip, etc. I get headaches alot, etc.
So it's like I'm in my own little world sometimes! I don't have a computer, just a webtv. I did have a laptop but it just quit
working. And the laptop was a wonderful thing for me, because like I said I am unable to set up for long lengths of time and the
laptop I could use in bed. But that is gone now, so the webtv I have (which is not internet friendly like with a computer) is what
I get online with to write emails and maybe get to see a few things threw it. But most web sites I cannot see with this, so
I'm praying for the Lord to help me get another laptop again!
But I wanted to say that this web page and all who have written about there problems and how they just look to the Lord for their
help is just so wonderful, I know the Lord has lead me to this web site so that I could read, so that I could be encouraged,
especially since I've really been needing the encouragement so bad lately!! The Lord knows my needs for sure.
But like everyone is saying, there's always somebody else who is worse off, I paised God everyday for taking me threw the pain
and the problems. For one day, we will know no more pain, no more tears, for we shall be changed in a twinkling of an eye:)
Praise his name for ever more!!
I am praying for all!! If anyone would like to write me and could use a friend, I would love it!!!
I live in NJ (Phillipsburg). My email address is:
whiteshadow7777@webtv.net
Like I mentioned, I don't have but a couple of friends as far as emails, but none here where I live!! So I would love to hear
from anybody, especially if they have the same problems as me with there spines. But I really would appreciate anyone for sure!!!
And I know it would be from the Lord, because lately I've been asking Jesus for some friends here online, and even offline, but
I think for now online would probably be the ones I would find since I don't get out hardly!! But I don't put anything past our
Lord, he would find me somehow maybe some other friends as well :)
Well remember all, I will be praying for you all!! And God Bless until we meet in Heaven!!
God Bless All,
In Christ name always,
Tresa
P.S. Please if anyone would like to write me Please put in the subject line (Jesus), would you, and only because of the spam I get,
I don't want to delete anyone!!
Thank you again!
Hi, My name is Mary and I have experienced some setbacks in my life.
In 1980, I had a head injury and bleeding in my brain but My God was faithful
and I have no lasting problem except I can't ride a bike anymore. My balance
is a bit off and it is part of the reason I have had several falls. I have
recovered well from all of them. I had cancer also and My God has healed
my body and I am 30 years cancer free.
I have been encouraged by others so much in my 60 years of life I want to
stop and say thank you for what you are doing. I am always at a loss of
what to say when I have been healed and I am whole and there are so many
who God has allowed to walk through the trials longer. Only God knows
the reason for this. But He says He will be with us. He will never
leave us or forsake us. He sent His Holy Spirit to walk along side us.
So if we are healthy today we don't know what tomorrow will bring, and if
we are sick today we don't know what tomorrow bring either. We all just
trust Jesus to take care of us and to bring us through each day. You
are in my prayers tonight.
I have lost a mother and a sister to cancer along with my best friend.
I have lost another good friend who died after a battle with Lew
Garrick's disease. Jesus is the only answer I know of for people.
His love is so great for all people I just want to let them know
that God does love them no matter what they have done or where they
have been or where they are in life. Forgivness is life changing.
God bless you for reminding me to be a encourager. As God has
blessed and encouraged me, He has done so, so that I will be an
encouragment for others.
In His Care,
Mary
I met your sweet mother in the mountains last week and she told me about
your web site. I am in a wheelchair. I have been for the last 5 years. I have
severe R.A. and had to stop working.
I believe God puts people in each others paths at the right time to help with
the burdens we carry or the pain. The day I saw your mother I had just arrived
in the mountains and I was in alot of pain and I was feeling sorry for myself.
We were in a little mall and she came up to me and gave me your card. She was a
God send.
I think what you are doing is great...There are days when I have to be reminded
that I have alot to be thankful for and I ask myself why not me? I am a Social
Worker and a Licensed Practical Counselor, however due to my limitations and
chronic pain I had to stop working. I really have had a hard time dealing with
going from being very active to not being active. My brain works great but my
body not so well, so I see things I want to do and can't.
I have good days and bad ones. Jesus Christ has been my answer. He is always there
for me, but there has been days when I do ask why?
I love to read encouraging quotes and books--the Bible is the best. I
believe in encouragement because it works for me! I want to live a life of
encouragement because I know that encouraging words can make the difference
in a life.
I have a website called How to Encourage Family and Friends.
http://www.howtoencourage.com/
It is full of benefits and tips on how to encourage yourself and others.
Learn the right words to say to encourage others in a positive way and
change the world one person at a time.
God bless on your encouraging goals...
Kay Gramm
The Solid Rock
My hope is built on nothing less
Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness.
I dare not trust the sweetest frame,
But wholly lean on Jesus’ Name.
Chorus:
On Christ the solid Rock I stand,
All other ground is sinking sand;
All other ground is sinking sand.
~ WHOSE BIRTHDAY IS CHRISTMAS ? ~
Whose Birthday Is Christmas ?
All The Children Ought To Know.
Is It Santa Clause ?
Oh No No No ! . . .
Although He Gives A Great Ho Ho !!
And, 4 Year Old ' Shea ' says . . .
Then ~ WHOSE BIRTHDAY IS CHRISTMAS ? ~
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
And, I Say . . .
The Bible Tells About A Baby !
Born On Christmas Morn !
A Wonderful, Beautiful Baby Boy !
HE'S GOD'S OWN SON !
( GOD'S ONLY BEGOTTON SON )
And He Came From Heaven !
Because ~ HE LOVES US !
" EVERYONE " !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
And, Mary, Named Him ~ JESUS !
( Which means . . . GOD WITH US )
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
As I Walked Away . . .
I heard Shea say to 3 year old Shaun . . .
WHOSE BIRTHDAY IS CHRISTMAS ~ SHAUN ?
And, He Said ~ SANTA CLAUSE !
I Walked On ~ Smiling ~
Hearing Her Say . . .
Oh No No No ! . . .
Although He Gives A Great HO HO HO !
And She Repeated The Story About The Baby . . .
Ending With
Christmas Is The Birthday Of . . . JESUS !
~ And ~
HE LOVES EVERYONE !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Imogene(Jean) Owita Lewis
(( Written in December ~ 1980 ))
Hi Jason,
I hope ALL is well with you ~ and your family ~ I haven’t sent you a poem in quite awhile ~
Just thought of you as I was about to go to bed ~ I still love to read from your web site ~
and am ALWAYS BLESSED ~ for this web site is a sweet place to visit ~ and get INSPIRED ~
and ~ encouraged to ‘press on’ for The LORD!
God Bless You ~ for you do a good job here.
~ Jean Lewis ~
“SUDDENLY”
WHEN THE LOVE OF GOD BEGINS MOVING WITHIN ME ~
SOMETIMES ~ HE GIVES THE WORDS TO A SONG.
WHEN THE LOVE OF GOD BEGINS MOVING WITHIN ME ~
I KNOW IN MY HEART TO PASS IT ON.
I NEVER KNOW WHEN ~ SUDDENLY !!! ~ THE LORD WILL GET MY ATTENTION !
AND ~ FOR A LITTLE WHILE ~ I’M IN ’ ANOTHER ‘ ~ DIMENSION !
WHEN THE LOVE OF GOD BEGINS MOVING WITHIN ME
SOME OF HIS GLORY ! ~ I CAN SEE !
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
WHEN THE LOVE OF GOD BEGINS MOVING WITHIN ME ~
SOMETIMES ~ I STOP WHAT I’M DOING ~ AND GO SOMEWHERE
~ ALONE ~ AND PRAY.
WHEN THE LOVE OF GOD BEGINS MOVING WITHIN ME ~
SOMETIMES ~ I HAVE TO ASK THE LORD TO HELP ME ~
CHANGE MY WAYS.
I NEVER KNOW WHEN ~ SUDDENLY ! ~ THE LORD WILL GET MY ATTENTION !
AND ~ FOR A LITTLE WHILE ~ I’M IN ’ ANOTHER ‘ ~ DIMENSION !
WHEN THE LOVE OF GOD BEGINS MOVING WITHIN ME ~
SOME OF HIS GLORY ! ~ I CAN SEE !
Imogene (Jean) Owita Lewis
(( Written 8--16--05 ))
owitaruth@aol.com
Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with
thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
I commend you for your words of encouragement, your faith and your willingness
to help others.
I would be honored and humbled by your presence at
http://www.43things.com/
It is a place were people share goals and ideas with others, from all over the world.
My name is Ed.
My name at that site is badulaque-broken wings.
The web site is at:
My index page is http://www.43things.com/person/badulaque
I hope you don’t mind I posted a link to your site here:
http://www.43things.com/people/progress/badulaque/410444
God Bless You.
Ed
Lord, you are good.
Those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength.
This chapter from the Bible encourages me...
1 Corinthians 13 (Amplified Bible)
1 IF I [can] speak in the tongues of men and [even] of angels, but have
not love (that reasoning, intentional, spiritual devotion such as
is inspired by God's love for and in us), I am only a noisy gong or
a clanging cymbal.
2 And if I have prophetic powers (the gift of interpreting the divine
will and purpose), and understand all the secret truths and mysteries
and possess all knowledge, and if I have [sufficient] faith so that I
can remove mountains, but have not love (God's love in me) I am nothing
(a useless nobody).
3 Even if I dole out all that I have [to the poor in providing] food, and
if I surrender my body to be burned or in order that I may glory,
but have not love (God's love in me), I gain nothing.
4 Love endures long and is patient and kind; love never is envious nor
boils over with jealousy, is not boastful or vainglorious, does not
display itself haughtily.
5 It is not conceited (arrogant and inflated with pride); it is not rude
(unmannerly) and does not act unbecomingly. Love (God's love in us)
does not insist on its own rights or its own way, for it is not
self-seeking; it is not touchy or fretful or resentful; it takes no
account of the evil done to it [it pays no attention to a suffered
wrong].
6 It does not rejoice at injustice and unrighteousness, but rejoices
when right and truth prevail.
7 Love bears up under anything and everything that comes, is ever ready
to believe the best of every person, its hopes are fadeless under all
circumstances, and it endures everything [without weakening].
8 Love never fails [never fades out or becomes obsolete or comes to an
end]. As for prophecy (the gift of interpreting the divine will
and purpose), it will be fulfilled and pass away; as for tongues,
they will be destroyed and cease; as for knowledge, it will pass away
[it will lose its value and be superseded by truth].
9 For our knowledge is fragmentary (incomplete and imperfect), and our
prophecy (our teaching) is fragmentary (incomplete and imperfect).
10 But when the complete and perfect (total) comes, the incomplete and
imperfect will vanish away (become antiquated, void, and superseded).
11 When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I
reasoned like a child; now that I have become a man, I am done with
childish ways and have put them aside.
12 For now we are looking in a mirror that gives only a dim (blurred)
reflection [of reality as in a riddle or enigma], but then [when
perfection comes] we shall see in reality and face to face! Now I
know in part (imperfectly), but then I shall know and understand
fully and clearly, even in the same manner as I have been fully
and clearly known and understood [by God].
13 And so faith, hope, love abide [faith--conviction and belief
respecting man's relation to God and divine things; hope--joyful
and confident expectation of eternal salvation; love--true affection
for God and man, growing out of God's love for and in us], these
three; but the greatest of these is love.
By the time I was 30, I had three children and was on my second
divorce. I drank and smoked when I felt like it, I had affairs, I committed
adultery, I killed a child that was growing inside me and I lived in fear of
the end of the world. I lost and gained weight, felt high when I lost weight
and felt like a total failure when I gained. I lived in a constant storm,
blame and resentments tormented me and I could not find peace and didn't know
that I could be different. I thought I was going to go insane.
I was invited to Overcomers Outreach and God started to shine some truth into
my heart. He cracked open a door to know Him personally. I thought I was a
Christian since I was 8 years old. But I didn't know God who sent Jesus. I
read the Gospel of John with new eyes. Through a ministry called
"Theophostic Prayer" I have been taking my hurtful memories to Jesus and Jesus
has been speaking his truth and releasing me from the lies I believed, lies
that said I was worthless, that no one could love me.
Today after about 3 months of going to prayer I have experienced a clear
head and am learning to recognize my Lord's voice. He says He loves me and
that I never had to do anything to earn that love. I am special and precious
to Him and He planned to make me this way for joy. No storm in life is more
powerful than the God that says, "Peace, be still." He's waiting. He waited
46 years for me to admit I couldn't save myself. I wasn't the answer to my
problems, He IS.
This Bible verse encourages me:
But those who wait for the Lord---who expect, look for and hope in Him---shall change
and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up (close
to God) as eagles (mount up to the sun);...
ISAIAH 40:31
The Amplified Bible
I am a African American female and have no physical disabilites that I know of.
I stumbled across this web site by mistake and I have been reading for almost an
hour. I was feeling down and out about my job situation and depressed about
wanting to leave Memphis because I feel the city has some sort of curse over
it.
I found encouragement in reading all the email from everyone and the
encouraging sentiments were so uplifting for me. I don't know any of you
but I know that Jason, whoever he is, is a God send for you all as well as
myself, because he has this web site for the disabled as well as the down
hearted.
I am praying for you all and for Jason. I do hope that this message finds you
all and that you all will pray for me and my family. We haven't been walking
close to God for many years even though I know about God, I chose to try things
on my own...BIG MISTAKE!!!
Pray that Me (Linda), Children-Josh, Candice, Crystal find the Lord again and
we will do His will. I know that everything else will follow then.
Love You All,
Linda
And you're in my prayers.
This Bible verse encourages me...
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Words of Jesus
Matthew 11:28
This poem by Amy Carmichael encourages me.
LORD, THOU HAST SUFFERED
Lord, Thou hast suffered, Thou dost know
The thrust of pain, the piercing dart,
How wearily the wind can blow
Upon the tired heart.
He whom Thou lovest, Lord, is ill.
O come, Thou mighty Vanquisher
Of wind and wave, say, Peace be still,
Eternal Comforter.
by Amy Carmichael
These are some new ways that Pamala Kennedy in her book "Suffering in Slow
Motion" found to show love toward her husband who is suffering through a very difficult
brain disease. I think this could also be helpful to anyone to show his or her loved one how
much they care.
Love unconditionally.
Take his feelings seriously.
Validate his worth by allowing him to do what he can do for himself.
Find something to appreciate about him daily.
Give him lots of hugs.
Have realistic expectations of him.
Be creative in finding fun things we can still do together.
Find time to spend time with him as a noncaregiver.
Respect his space and privacy and pride as a man.
Acknowledge every success-no matter how small.
Talk about normal stuff, not just the illness.
Give him plenty of smiles.
These Bible verses and this song about the faithfulness of God encourage me.
This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope.
It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.
They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.
The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.
The LORD is good unto them that wait for him, to the soul that seeketh him.
It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait for the salvation of the LORD.
Lamentations 3:21-26
Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father;
There is no shadow of turning with Thee;
Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not;
As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be.
Chorus:
Great is Thy faithfulness!
Great is Thy faithfulness!
Morning by morning new mercies I see.
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided;
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!
Summer and winter and springtime and harvest,
Sun, moon and stars in their courses above
Join with all nature in manifold witness
To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love.
Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth
Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide;
Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow,
Blessings all mine, with ten thousand beside!
Hi,
My name is Anne, and 2 and a half years ago, I had an emergency C-section giving birth to a 1
pound 7 ounce baby boy whom my husband and I name Eric.
A week after Eric was born, he suffered a traumatic brain injury. He almost died, but with a
lot of prayers from family and friends, he survived.
Today, he has cp, mental retardation, cortical blindness, and severe learning disabilities.
He does not sit up on his own, roll over, talk or walk. But, he brings such joy, and
happiness to our lives.
It is through the power of Jesus Christ that I am able to make it through the day. When I
tell everyone about him when we are out in public, they ask how I do it, and tell me they
could not. I tell him that he is here on this earth for a reason. He has changed not only
my life, but my father's as well.
My father was a military man for 26 years. He was very set in his ways, and grumpy all
the time. When Eric was born, he started going to church again, was more mellow towards my
other child, and his friends, and he has opened his heart to us.
I only have one person to thank for that and that is Jesus. Without his decision to bring
Eric to us, my father would not have been so willing to change.
I have to say, that I enjoyed reading the words of encouragement from those of you who know
what living with a disability is like. It is nice to know that we are not alone in the world.
I will remember all of you in my prayers, and pray that God gives you the courage and
strength to face each day.
I found your web site while I was looking for schools for Eric, but decided that reading
the words of what everyone has written was more important.
Thank you for giving me strength and hope.
With the Love of Christ by your sides,
Anne
This song encourages me...
What A Friend We Have In Jesus
What a friend we have in Jesus,
all our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry
everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit,
O what needless pain we bear,
all because we do not carry
everything to God in prayer.
Have we trials and temptations?
Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged;
take it to the Lord in prayer.
Can we find a friend so faithful
who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness;
take it to the Lord in prayer.
Are we weak and heavy laden,
cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge;
take it to the Lord in prayer.
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer!
In His arms He'll take and shield thee;
thou wilt find a solace there.
This Bible verse encourages me.
Ah Lord GOD! behold Thou hast made the heaven and the earth by Thy great power and
stretched out arm, and there is nothing to hard for Thee.
Jeremiah 32:17
O, LORD, what a comfort to know there is nothing to hard for Thee.
Hi Jason,
I hope you're having a Blessed day!! Springtime! I LOVE this time of year!
Being a Christian is having an... ongoing... 'conversation' with the Lord.
When we say "Jesus"...He's near! "HIS PRESENCE makes all my doubts...go away."
...Jean
I'll share this poem with you that I wrote about 2:30 AM on Sunday 04-25-04.
"Tell Jesus"
I have to go tell Jesus
my every thought!
I have to go tell Jesus
my every fault!
I have to go tell Jesus
what makes me cry!
He says "I knew you'd be here...
After awhile!
That's why I'm here!
I knew you'd be here!
Because...You're MY CHILD!"
Imogene (Jean) Owita Lewis
owitaruth@aol.com
Hello Jason...Wishing you and your family a HAPPY EASTER!! Christ is risen!
Hallelujah! Gladness fills the world today.-
(words and music to song by Fanny Crosby available at www.cyberhymnal.com)
I've been sending Easter Cards to some email friends. I thought I would send
you a poem. Before the poem... I'll share this about a verse in "Amazing
Grace" ...that I didn't know about until a few years ago. It really encourages
me! Lets me know that the future is in God's hands...and HIS PROMISES are SURE!
I'm soooo thankful for ....the faithfulness of the Lord! Sometimes people
let us down...but, the Lord will never forsake us!
AMAZING GRACE
verse 4
The LORD has promised... GOOD... to me!
HIS WORD... my HOPE... secures!
HE... will my shield... and portion be...
As long as life endures!
And, now here's the poem...
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"The Lord Will Perfect That Which Concerneth Me"
The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me.
The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me.
Sometimes I look about me and see some things
that I don't want to see...
And, I know the Lord... will perfect...
that which concerneth me!
One day there was a Conversation...
between the Lord and me!
I don't know what I said to Him!
I don't know what He said to me!
And...there was a... "Perfect Moment"!
A.... sweet release!
And...PERFECT PEACE!
And, I know the Lord will perfect that...
which concerneth me!
Imogene(Jean) Owita Nabors Lewis
April 3, 2004 Saturday 10:42AM
owitaruth@aol.com
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Jason,
At Easter, I always remember that night!
when the Lord spoke to my heart and SAVED ME!
I know you do too! You're a BLESSING!
May God continue to bless you!...and your website!
Jean
Hi Jason,
I hope all is well with you and your family. I have not sent you
anything in awhile. I read some from your web site tonight...and thought of this
song...from about 20 years ago that I wrote.
Your web site is truly a Blessing!
God continue to Bless You, Jason!
Take care!
Jean
"My Lord Tells Me"
My Lord tells me
"Now don't you be afraid".
Yes, My Lord tells me
"By this world
Don't you be swayed.
Wait on Me
To send the Power!
My child, I'm with you
Every hour."
Yes, My Lord tells me
To wait on Him.
He's Heard my prayer!
Some people tell me
"You're sooo square.
Your life's flying by.
You're getting nowhere.
But, My Lord tells me
To wait on Him.
He's Heard my prayer!
I'll reach my goal
On God's timetable.
Victory is sure!
For, He is able!
Yes, My Lord tells me
To Wait on Him.
He's heard my prayer!
Imogene (Jean) Owita Lewis
owitaruth@aol.com
(note: 1 John 5; verses 14 and 15 is the Scripture I thought of as I was typing
this song)
1 John 5:
14 And this is the confidence that we have in Him, that, if we ask any thing
according to His will, He heareth us:
15 And if we know that He hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have
the petition that we desired of Him.
The Bible verse Psalm 46:10 means alot to me.
It says "Be still and know that I am God."
If we are still and listen, we hear Him speak His comfort and encouragement,
His power and strength into our lives. Then we can know that He can cause us to
be overcomers in our lives. He is our refuge and strength.
Thank you God for working with us and for wanting the best for us.
We love You, Lord. We thank You for loving us. Thank You for caring for us.
It is good to read your encouragement web page again Jason.
The person that said the book "Purpose Driven Life" had a good poem in it.
That really is a sweet book especially about how we should love our
brothers and sisters.
And it also tells us how much Christ loved us first. We may think we have a
lot of troubles and things going on but we just read these stories of people
suffering physically and emotionally and we can say thank you God and help
these that are suffering and those that think no one loves them. God loves
them more than anyone could ever love them and He is never to busy to hear
our cry, or as Cathy always says so lovingly "GOD CARES FOR YOU".
Jason, we do appreciate your faithfulness and your caring for others. And
this is an encouraging web page always just to see all the good that is being
multiplied through your skills and compassion for people. And that you are a
willing vessel God works through to touch so many lives otherwise might
give up hope, but seeing others have the same struggles and know that
they are not alone, and if they can do this, then I can.
We thank you Jason for all your prayers and all you and your family does
for us and everyone. We pray you'all have a Happy New Year.
Your Brother and Sister,
Cedar Creek Baptist Church
When I was only four years old, my father started molesting me. But thankfully
by the time I was six years old, a cook at my school took me to church and gave
me a Bible.
>From that day on, I knew Jesus loved me and would help me through the nightmare
and pain. Everyday I read Revelations and knew my father would suffer for what
he was doing and some how that helped me get through the hard times. But most
of all it was knowing that Jesus loved me. I used to pray God would give me the
strength to kill my father before my younger sister turned four years old. I did
not want her to suffer. But God took care of that in a much different way. My
father ended up committing suicide. It took me a while to realize I had to
forgive him for what he did and turn his sins over to God to judge; But I did.
My life was full of many illnesses from my younger years until now. But I have
never been alone. God has always been there to carry me when the going got to
tough to handle.
I believe that sometimes we endure these trials so that we can turn them into
positive testimonies for God. Out of every gray cloud there is a silver lining
if you look for it.
I have several chronic health problems that God is healing. I have a
compromised pituitary system (caused by a brain tumor), Coronary Heart
Disease, Prinz Metals (varient Heart Spasms, Macular Degeneration,
Glaucoma, no peripheal vision (caused by the brain tumor), losing the
muscle and bone in my legs due to the steroids I must take due to the
brain tumor surgery, constant left kidney pain due to former kidney
surgery (have an implanted morphine pump to help with the pain), arthritis,
osteoporosis, and severe stomach problems, and kidney stones in both
kidneys. They are currently testing my kidneys for function control as
they think I may be losing function in them.
Even with all these things diagnosed I believe God can and will heal me.
But in the mean time I keep smiling and thanking God for all the
precious things He has bestowed upon me. I hope that my story will
encourage others to continue to believe and trust in God no matter
what happens in their lives as He is always there for us.
Thanks,
Roberta Wells
I JUST GOT THROUGH READING ALL OF THE RESPONSES AND POEMS. HOW
BLESSED WE ARE NOT ONLY TO GET TO READ WHAT AN ENCOURAGEMENT AND BLESSING
YOU ARE TO EVERYBODY, BUT GOD ALLOWED US TO MEET AND KNOW YOU PERSONALLY.
WHAT A BLESSING YOU ARE TO US AND THE CHURCH TOO. JASON IS ALWAYS LOVING AND
CARING FOR OTHERS AND A GREAT PRAYER WARRIOR AND HE'S ALWAYS THERE READY
AND WILLING TO USE HIS TALENT FOR THE LORD.
JASON, WE LOVE YOU AND APPRECIATE YOU THE TESTIMONY YOU LIVE BEFORE US DAILY
PLANTING THOSE SEEDS OF KINDNESS AND THE SUNSHINE OF GOD'S LOVE YOU SPREAD
WHEREVER YOU GO. WE'RE THANKFUL TO HAVE SUCH A FRIEND AND A BROTHER LIKE YOU,
WHAT A HARVEST YOU'RE REAPING. IT BEHOVES US TO TAKE SERIOUSLY, ARE WE DOING AS
OUR BROTHER JASON AND DOING OUR PART?
MAY GOD BLESS YOU.
BROTHER AND SISTER
CEDAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH
I don't have any words of encouragement but I sure need some right now.
I am really going through some bad stuff and could use a real friend. I have 4
illnesses and I have to be on medication all the time, however I am grateful that
I am able to work. I have so many days lately that I can barely get out of bed
and go but the Lord has been good to me and my family. I know these things but
still I am down because I have never had real love from anyone in my whole life
and I see other people that are so loved and cherished and I feel so alone. I
need prayers to help me get past this pity party that I am on right now, I know
I will but tonight I just feel so much more alone than ever.
I know God loves me but I still need human love too.
Jason,
The more I read on your web site, the more inspired I am. I especially
like the one "OUR FIRST THANKSGIVING." I have not found myself laughing
at anything so funny in such a long time. I thank GOD for finding this
web site. IT WAS JUST WHAT THE DR. ORDERED. Laughter is good for the soul.
Thanks again for your site. There are so many inspiring stories. You cannot
feel anything but JESUS when you read them...
Marilyn
friend89@alltell.net
Hi!
I am doing so much better. I went to a psychologist and he prescribed pain patches
to wear for 12 hours at a time. Also, gave me an exercise to do and recommended
three different kinds of vitamins to take each day. I cannot sit long at a time
though. Said it was like sitting on a raw nerve. Especially cannot sit on church
pews so took me a lawn chair to sit in at church. Hopefully soon the nerve may
possibly heal itself and I can get away from the pain patches and pain pills. If
not, then I can be thankful that everything is helping. God is so good. He has
blessed me beyond measure.
Nancy at walt@naxs.net
Hi!
You are an inspiration to a lot of people. I myself have MS, a disease
affecting the central nervous system. I watch David Ring on TV when he is
on. You know he is an evangelist who inspires alot of people. He also has
the disability you have. They said he would never talk, walk, get married,
have children. He has proved the doctors wrong. It just goes to show you,
that all things are possible with God... Just like you bring happiness into
our lives. Just thought you should know from time to time, that you are making
a difference in our lives.
There is something I would like to share with you even though I met you
through this web site.
REMEMBRANCE IS A GOLDEN CHAIN THAT LINKS OUR HEARTS TOGETHER. If we never meet
again, Let us not forget others.
Thank You,
Marilyn
P.S. Keep up the good work!
Hi!
My name is Jessica and I have a really good friend who is a die hard soccer player.
He tore his ACL and MCL last year and was out for quite a while. He plays soccer at
Bethel College in Indiana. He put so much effort and hard work into gaining strength
back into his knee this past year and was able to play for the first game - almost
to the point of full ability which is amazing! Last Tuesday, he landed on his knee
and threw it out. His career could possibly be over and it completely devastates him.
I have never seen anyone want something so bad or have such a strong passion in their
heart for a sport. He keeps asking me why God made this happen and how come his senior
year at college he can't be apart of his team on the field. He has a very strong
relationship with the Lord and I know his faith pulled him through last time.
I am just at a loss for words as to what to say to him or how to encourage him. If anyone
has any advice on how to approach him in a way that would be meaningful to him. Quotes?
Scriptures? Poems? Encouraging Words? Anything would be helpful. Email me. I thought
about making him some kind of wall hanging with inspirational quotes and scriptures and
some kind of picture but wasn't sure exactly what to do.
Thanks so much for your web page...Just reading through it looking for things for Ryan
encouraged me also!
Thanks!!
Jessica
jsisson@acmicorp.com
I just came on your web site by accident. I was looking for information
on someone else who had tailbone problems like I have had for a year. I have been
encouraged by reading the letters others have written. I am a Christian but at times
I get depressed. I have not hardly been able to sit for almost a year. There are no
fractures. It was determined that although I have degenerative disk disease and a
herniated disk that these are not causing my problem. The doctor suggested that
I have the nerves to the end of my tailbone checked out. But, his only solution
was to deaden the nerves. That would cause me to lose control of my bowels & bladder.
I refused. I can deal with pain on the pain medication I am taking other than go
through with an ordeal like that. I would love to hear from people through email
who might have experienced similiar problems. My problem seems so minor compared
to what I have read on your web site.
Sincerely,
Nancy at walt@naxs.net
Hello Jason,
Hope and trust this finds you well. A dear friend of mine recently gave me
the inspirational book 'The Purpose Driven Life'. In one of the Chapters
was a poem by Russell Kelfer, which touched me and I felt may be enjoyed by
some of the readers of your web-site.
You are who you are for a reason.
You're part of an intricate plan.
You're a precious and perfect unique design,
Called God's special woman or man.
You look like you look for a reason.
Our God made no mistake.
He knit you together within the womb,
You're just what he wanted to make.
The parents you had were the ones He chose'
And no matter how you may feel,
They were custom-designed with God's plan in mind,
And they bear the Master's seal.
No, that trauma you faced was not easy.
And God wept that it hurt you so;
But it was allowed to shape your heart
So that into His likeness you'd grow.
You are who you are for a reason,
You've been formed by the Master's rod.
You are who you are, beloved,
Because there is a God!!
.....For what it is worth Jason, I think you are one of God's finest!!!
Thank you for inspiring me and so many others!!
With love,
Kirsty
Hi Jason!!
What a Wonderful Idea you have about people helping each other!!!!!!!
My Good Friend Owita, (Jean) left your web site in my guestbook!! So, I thought I
would visit your web site!!!!!!
I have Two VERY GOOD Friends that have CP too! How very SWEET They both are!!!!!!
If you go here, you can get to both of their sites!!
http://www.homestead.com/MikkiMouse/Fishingjoy.com
My index page is http://www.homestead.com/MikkiMouse/
When you get time, you might want to read some of My Dad's poems!! He sure did enjoy writing them!!!!!!
I sure will be back to read more of your site too!!!!!
Thanks again for a Great Idea that YOU have!!!
Mikki!!!!!!!!
Hello Jason,
I've been reading about Bob Hope on the internet...reading all the wonderful messages from people
telling of the MANY, MANY "Good Things" he did in his life of 100 years!!! plus 2 months!!! He
will be remembered... especially by me, for his great LOVE for "our soldiers" ... putting himself in
harms way, going to entertain them!! He USED his talent of "making people laugh"!!!
But, we can ALL do SOMETHING... for others! I've been humming a song that I found in a
1976 Hymn Book.....(Just 4 lines to the song)...but, it has BLESSED me, and maybe it will be a
blessing to someone else!
I think you and your whole family are sooo loving and kind...(as was Bessie Mae Glass (I still miss her
smile and sweet ways, and piano music!) but, we still have Marvin! He's good to everyone, too...
just like Bessie was...(2 very special people to all in our family!)
Have a HAPPY DAY! ...and ...Smile, God Loves "YOU"! and, all of us! Take Care! .... Jean Lewis
"I Know A Fount" by O. Cooke
I know a fount where sins are washed away,
I know a place where night is turned to day;
Burdens are lifted, blind eyes made to see;
There's a wonder working power in the blood of Calvary.
(Scripture reference Zechariah 13:1)
Also, a few days ago I wrote the following song...
"I Know I Am One Of His"
I know I am one of His...I know I am one of His...I know I am one of His.......
Because, when trouble comes...and trys to knock me down!
My first thought is "Lord! What do I do now?
And, I have to talk it over with Jesus!... I have to talk it over with Jesus!...I have to talk it over with Jesus!
....... Can't help myself!!! .......I have to talk it over with Jesus!"
"I say, Precious Lord!, Take my hand,...and, Lead me...along ...to a little...Higher Ground!"
And, soon, the Answer...to the Problem...I've found.
Because...I have to talk it over with Jesus!...I have to talk it over with Jesus!...
I have to talk it over with Jesus!
....... Can't help myself!!! ....... I have to talk it over with Jesus
Imogene (Jean) Owita Lewis
I would also like to recommend a web site...
http://www.homestead.com/MikkiMouse/
...a friend's web site...(her dad's poems)...(very sweet place to go).
I went through your web site and it is really fantastic. I am from India
and visiting USA because of an accident of my son. Your words of encouragements are really
nice to all and I feel that if you can continue giving this service, it will be of great
help to the people who are suffering from different injuries and helpless.
Thanks and regards,
SAShah
email: thelaws@rediffmail.com
Hi Jason,
You don't know me but the way I got your web site card while I was at Wal-mart.
Your mom came up to me and handed me your card. My name is Lori Gordon. I don't
really like to talk about myself but if it would or could help you or anyone then
that means everything to me.
I am 35 years of age. One year ago I was in great health, great job, three
wonderful children, newly married and making plans. On Febuary 14 of 2002, my
feet started tinging at work as though they were falling asleep. As of Febuary
19 of 2002, I realized something was not at all right so I began to search for help.
No doctor could figure out what was going on with me and at that time it was very scary.
Emory Hospital ran all sorts of test and everything was negative, but anyways as of
March, whatever was happening to me had spread up my body and I became a T-2.
That is paralysed from the breasts down. They did find a light on my spine and thought
it may be a thing called Transverse Myalitis. The doctors say that I will never walk
again.
Even though I cannot feel anything, I will never give up hope because with
the Lord Jesus, I know that all things are possible. I am only human like everyone
else and sometimes I cry hard when noone can see me. All I am trying to say is that
God is my strength. No matter what life throws at you, always think of those that
love you and always think of how you can meet a challenge positively through the
grace of God. I will remember you in prayer, Jason. From what I have read, you
are a very couragous person. Good luck always and God Bless.
Your Friend,
Lori Gordon
Hi Jason,
Hope and trust this finds you well and having enjoyed a lovely weekend.
Just a quick email to thank you so much for the lovely thank you card and to
thank you again for the printed copy of your web site.
My husband spent alot of time out on his mountain bike this weekend, and although
I didn't ride, I went along and spent some time just enjoying the beautiful weather
and some of the breath taking scenary in your surrounding area. This was the perfect
setting and time to read ALOT of the responses from your web site, what a perfect
afternoon!!!
Jason, all I can say is you really are an inspiration. I thought it from the first
time I met you, but the more I read your web site, the more you inspire me!!
Thank you!!!
I really feel 'your sylist Nancy' hit the nail on the head......she
was so right when she said "it is the "normal" people that have the disadvantage!!".
We are so quick to judge and so quick to complain, yet we do not really know what it
is to struggle..OR how to count our blessings, even though GOD has been so good!!
Thank you for refreshing me, and for reminding me how good God really is and too be
thankful for ALL of my blessings! ....You are a star!!!
Do you know just how much you brighten our Department with your every visit??
Jason, it is amazing!! Not only do you brighten the day of all of the
Therapists and staff with your smile, BUT also every other patient. I have had
soooo many patients say how your positive and bright attitude is a witness to us all!
I have been so grateful to have your cards 'www.encourageoneanother.com' to give
to some of the people I work with on a daily basis. Those who are needing some
'encouragement' and emotional and spiritual reassurance - I know you are touching
lives daily!!
Jason, I will email you again soon, but "Thank you" from the bottom of my heart!!
Look forward to seeing you walking again soon!!
Kirsty
My husband along with several other people that I know are encouraged
by you, Jason. I can only hope that I might be half of what you are to those I meet.
I was diagnoised with Multiple Scelerorsis about 12 years ago and have been blessed
to have many more good than bad days--and even the bad are not that bad. I remind
people who want to feel sorry for me, or themselves, that God is in control and that
I totally trust Him. Recently I read a GREAT book that I found very encouraging-- "The
Diving Bell and the Butterfly." I highly recommend it for anyone who is struggling with
living life to the fullest. Words that have kept me on, or at least near, the right
path was shared by my minister. It is okay to have a pity party, just be sure to invite
the Lord.
God Bless
Marnie Fereday
Hi Jason!!!
We met at Henley medical the other day. I was there with my
daughter Racheal. (She was the cute little girl scooting all over the place). It was
very nice to meet you. I think Racheal really liked your wheelchair. It is a very nice
gesture to have a web site of encouragement. What a wonderful idea! I do hope that
you are well. I will write more another day...I have tons of chores to do today
and then I have to go to work. I would like to tell you about my beautiful little
girl. Of course I am bias, but I am allowed... I am her mommy. :) You have a wonderful
day!!!
L. Hurd
Hi Jason,
Thank you for your response. I so appreciate the compliments. I would like to
tell a brief history of my little girl. If I told you the whole story it would
be more like a book than an e-mail. Racheal was born with a Chromosomal defect
called 4p- or Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome. It is a partial deletion on the short
arm of the fourth chromosome. It is very rare, and unfortunately the genetic
counselors do not know why it had occurred. With that problem came a slew of
others...to name a few... a severe seizure disorder, a rare immune deficiency,
asthma, and congenital heart disease. The doctors had given her about six
weeks to live. that was when she was only 2 months old...she is now 12!!! I
could go on and on, but the jest of her story is she had a very rough first
four years of her life, and has beat the odds. Medical science has come such
a long way, and certain treatments have helped her grow stronger. We now have
treatment for her immune deficiency, the proper mix of medications for much
better seizure control. She had open heart surgery to fix her heart problem.
I believe that the prayers of those who know and love her have been what has
kept her going. She is the healthiest I have ever seen her. I am blessed that
you enjoyed meeting her. She has this way of making an impression on people.
I have seen her unconditional love reach the unreachable. She is so very
special to me. Tell your mom that I can tell as well that she is a wonderful
mother. It is evident in you. You have a great day I will e-mail again soon.
By the way, It is nice to meet new people who understand what it is like to
live with disabilities...and be victorious despite them!! :)
Laura Hurd
Words
The words we use can do alot. We can use our words to express ourself and to
thank God. Our words to others can either build up (encourage) or they can
tear down (discourage, be hurtful).
James 3:2 "For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the
same is a perfect man and able to bridle the whole body."
No one is perfect....we make mistakes....
Ephesians 4:29 "Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but
that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto
the hearers."
....but try to let your words be helpful and encouraging to others.
Ecclesiastes 9:10 Whatever you do, do well.
Blessings,
Sylvie
1 Timothy 6:8 "So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content"
On one hand, it's good to be content and learn to enjoy what you have, rather than desiring
what you don't have (Ecclesiates 6:9).
On the other hand, be careful not to be so at ease that you strive for nothing; especially
striving for godliness.
Philipians 4:6
"Don't worry about anything; instead pray about everything. Tell God all
you need, and thank Him, for all He has done."
Have a nice day,
Sylvie
Hey! Have a happy new year ... I hope this little poem encourages you a bit:
In life...
Do what you want to do,
Be who you want to be.
It's no use to be dreaming all the time,
and not working toward your dreams;
It's like you would be standing one place
and not moving...
Accept yourself, learn to love yourself.
Does the Lord make mistakes?
No way- so nothing about you is a mistake...
for you are marvelously and wonderfully made.
The meaning of something lies not in the thing itself,
but in your attitude towards it.
Be appreciative of how blessed you are...
Never use time or words carelessly,
neither can be retrieved.
Be optimistic and positive towards life...
Today is here, today is now.
Fears? Worries? Trust the Lord,
And depend on His unfailing promises
to always provide, protect, and
be with you all the way...
Be considerate about your every decision,
Think: "What will this result in?"
Be it positive?...go for it!
Be it negative?...prevent it!
Take care of your heart,
guard it and be careful of who you share it with...
Sylvie
I hope you are well Jason...you are one of my angel's.
I have been in and out of the hospital during the Holiday Season. The
only thing that I missed was my daughter's talent show. That morning I was still
in the hospital, but Jesus took care of that too. She ended up on the front of
the newspaper, and a nice review. As long as I know that everything good comes
from God, and let Jesus stay in control. Christmas is Jesus birthday.
Patty
PSPasangel@aol.com
Love to all who read encourage one another
Hope, Joy, Love to Jason and Family
Hi Jason...I've been reading from your web site...and you requested for
each one to let you know what we are thankful for. WHERE SHOULD I BEGIN?...
I'M THANKFUL FOR THE LORD!!!
"Thank You, Lord"
Today...Lord,
on this Sunday morning,
I had a desire to go to church.
Thank you, Lord.
And, Lord...
Thank you, for my husband.
He also LOVES YOU ...
As I do.
You have supplied our
Every need today, Lord ...
... AS ALWAYS ...
Thank you, Lord.
Jean Lewis
P.S. And, Jason... WE ARE ALL THANKFUL FOR "YOU" ... You're a SPECIAL
BLESSING ... to all who know you. Some of us just know you, from your
"web site"....
Happy Thanksgiving!!! and, God continue to BLESS YOU!
Jean Lewis
Here are a few rules that would be nice to follow:
1) Don't worry: it's just a waste of energy and time.
2) Trust God: because He's trustworthy.
3) Follow God's guidance: He knows the best for you.
4) Give God your worries, complaints, cares and fears: He cares for you.
5) Don't forget God's faithfulness and love to you: it's so easy to get
focused on a problem and forget God wants to give comfort.
6) Accept God's gifts: which are unfailing love, joy, peace and hope.
7) Don't take back what you gave to God (a worry, need, care or concern):
because it's best taken care of in his hand.
8) The hardest problem is the one you carry alone: friends are there to
listen and help you. God is a friend who sticks closer than a brother-
get encouragement from His word.
9) God forgives you, next step, forgive yourself: if you do something
wrong and your friends and God to, forgave you already. The next
step is to forgive yourself.
10) Enjoy the simple things in life too: they are so often taken for
granted.
11) Make your every problem into a challenge: learn and grow from it,
turn it into something good.
12) Life goes on: move on. Time doesn't wait for you, make the most
of it now.
13) Love and accept yourself: then others will learn to do the same.
Sylvie
* This email below is already on my web site but was sent to me
again as a Thanksgiving story. I posted it again because I think you all
will enjoy reading it again.
Our First Thanksgiving
We just moved into our new mobile home and as two disabled guys we were feeling real independent.
We both used wheelchairs to get around and Now we were settled in for about three-months or so,
and Thanksgiving was upon us. What a great time to celebrate our new lifestyles with our friends.
So we invited some other single folks we knew and we would supply the setting and the Turkey
and they would bring the side dishes. All plans were set and it was going to be an outstanding dinner.
About a week before the big day we went shopping and picked a nice 17 pounder, (Turkey that
is) and we brought it home and put it the freezer. All was going well at this point. The day before
the feast I stayed home from work to start the preparations and to play a little music. I was a
closet musician in those days and I was in love with my keyboards. About noon I decided to move
the bird from the freezer to the sink to start the thawing process. We left it in the paper bag the store
put it in. I grabbed it by the top and started to move it to my lap, from my lap to the sink was the
plan, but to my horror it fell out of the bottom of the bag and to the kitchen floor with a thud. Ok
no prob, I reached down to pick it up but soon remembered why we left it in the bag. I had
nothing to get a good grip on. It just kept moving and sliding around. I tried cornering it and
spent some time playing bulldozer, attempting to roll it to a corner, but it had a mind of it's own.
When I pushed it this way it would move that way, when I pushed it that way it would move this
way. Finally I got it to a corner. I leaned over to slide it up my legs but it still was too slippery
and too heavy. It would take a better plan. Ok you @@ Turkey, I was getting a little upset now.
After some thought, I got it, a rope! I could hog-tie it and slide it up to my lap. To this day, I don't
know what possessed me to think that a rope was going to work, but I was desperate and just a
little challenged by then. I got the rope and as I had it cornered still, it was no problem to catch it
again. Ye haw; this cowboy was going to get him a Turkey! I tied it around and started to pull it
up my legs. One inch, two inches, I was beginning to have hope. Then it was dashed as it got
away and ran across the floor. I chased it around again and this took a few more agonizing and
anger raisin minutes. I cornered again and started the process all over again, with the same results.
I attempted this method three or four times. By now an hour passed and I was real upset. Mother
would have washed my mouth out with soap if she had heard the words I pronounced on that
@@ Turkey.
After some more thought, I got it, a ramp! I could build a ramp and roll it up, it then move it to
the sink. I got my plastic transfer board I used to get in and out of my car and my manual wheelchair.
The plan was simple; I would lay my wheelchair back this would lower the seat and allow a lesser
slope. Good plan. I should have been an engineer. I got it all set up wheelchair, the board, and after
a short chase the Turkey. The plan was good except for one small problem; the chair had wheels,
Da! a hint would have clued me in, the name. Each time I pushed the Turkey up the ramp the chair
would roll away or the ramp would fall. My attempts were many but to no avail, Oh, the @@
Turkey had won. I was a humbled, emotionally drained, " independent", individual. I sat there knowing
when my roommate Tim, came home he would make fun of me. I was by then in no real good mood.
About 6pm I heard the sound of the Para transit bus pull up, he was home. I had to face the music.
Now Tim is one of those guys who could read people well. When he entered the house he could feel
my mood. What's wrong he asked? I hesitated at first, then broke down and told him the total story,
leaving nothing out, in hopes he would have pity on me. He did. He simply stated that it was ok and
Lee, our friend was do over anytime and he would help.
All worked out well, the @@ Turkey made it to the sink; we had a grand feast. By the way that Turkey
was one of the most tenderize birds I ever ate. And I won!!
Hi,
I got to your web site by chance. I was up because I couldn't sleep
thinking about my situation. I recently lost my job and I am
looking for another. It is easy to get down and not trust
God at times and then you see what others have gone and are going
through and remember what God has taken you through in the past.
I was diagnosed with M.S. in the past but the symptoms I was
experiencing are gone.
Thanks for the encouragement. You have been an inspiration to many
people. I pray I can do the same for others as well.
Mark Loewen
mloewen@gbronline.com
I was just thinking a little about decisions.
Some are pretty easy, that's good :)
But some are hard and can result in big time changes.
Just always remember that the most important part of making a choice is
thinking about the consequences. Who will it affect
and how... in positive or negative way?
How would you know, what's best for you?... well maybe you won't know, but God
knows. He sees the future and knows what is ahead. So, because He loves you and
cares about you always, He wants the best for you in life, so that's why He has the
Bible to help guide you.
It's just your choice to follow...
Enjoy your day!
Sylvie
Thank you Jason for asking your sister to chase me down. God Bless You
I was riding my motorized chair one Saturday afternoon when Jason spotted me and as
you can see above, and he gave me a copy of his web site and they asked me to tell
my story.
About 8 years ago, I was diagnosed with serious arthritis. I had a hip that was
detraining and the doctor said within 5 years I would need a new one. Well it seems
that the arthritis had another agenda. In 2 1/2yrs I was told I needed a new hip,
and two new knees as they had deteriated to that point.
I was then diagnosed with Hereditary Deteriorating Arthritis and it was attacking
all my joints. I was scheduled for surgery and given the option of a knee or hip.
Well knowing that I would have to bend the knee and hip for rehab I chose the hip.
I had no cartilage left in the hip when they got in there. I couldn't believe the
relief I felt all over my body by getting that new hip. Three months later I had
the knee in the same leg replaced and since have had to have the kneecap replaced.
By getting the one leg straightened up my other knee is still mine and my back
quit hurting that I felt like a new woman.
Before the surgery I went from cane, to walker, to crutches and then a regular
wheelchair all in 5 months. I have been lucky to get my motorized chair 2 1/2 years
ago. Although I can walk in the house and short distances with a walker.
The freedom I feel in being able to get out and go to town, to eat or visit my
neighbors in the neighborhood has been wonderful and such a relief to get out of
the house.
That is probably the most blessed thing that has happened to me. I have encouraged
other elderly in my neighborhood to get a chair and get out. I live in a senior
housing area and we have gone from one person moving in a chair to six now and
others have put in for them. So seniors DON'T BE AFRAID of something new when
it can give you so much freedom and good health.
A spunky 67 year old senior,
Pat Griffiths
Jason,
What a great web site! I stumbled upon it while looking for encouraging words
to put in a card for a friend who has just suffered a major accident. I must
say that I have found tremendous encouragement myself by reading the many
positive postings from people who are truly suffering in life. You are all
heroes and may God continue to bless you for your courage and strength.
Hope this encourages you...
Philipians 4:4 says "Rejoice in the Lord always, again, I say rejoice."
What caught my attention are the words 'in the Lord'. It's good to be happy about what
you have. About a car, a nice house, health, a good school. It's great to be happy and
enjoy your friends and family members and to make the most of the time you have with
them. It's a great thing indeed to enjoy these things!
But don't fully depend on these things to keep you happy and rejoicing. You see, your
car and house can fail you. And your best friend and family members can also fail you
or disappoint you. Enjoy these things-- but make your main joy and happiness be from
God, because He will never fail you or disappoint you. His promises will never fail
and He will be by your side always. And God loves you no matter what and He's always
willing to listen to you.
So enjoy what you have. But let the first person in your line be God, then everything
will follow behind. And if everything behind God (the first in the line) falls and
breaks down, know for sure that one will remain standing, and that's God. And because
He remains standing, your joy will too.
Enjoy your day!
Sylvie
I'm Not By Myself
I'm not by myself,
We heard her softly say.
Please don't pity me.
I'm HAPPY every day.
I'm not by myself.
My Dearest Friend
Walks with me.
Look a little closer, dear,
And, My Lord, you will see.
She's in her eighty's now,
And, children and grandchildren
Worry some.
Each one has said,
"Please come live with us.
We'll make you soooo WELCOME".
But, she just sweetly smiles,
And, says "I'm doing well,
Because I'M NOT BY MYSELF!
Jean Lewis
I would have loved to have be able to contact you sooner. My Progressive
Multiple Sclerosis has progressed. However as of October 14, I started a drug called
Capaxone, works with brain, that's where all my lesions are.
Three years ago, I had 6-1/2 centimeters lesions on my brain, now I have 21 lesions,
and I am waiting for a right ankle support brace. So God has been so good to me. The
right brace was $900.00. If I have to get a left one instead of a wheelchair, it
would be another $900.00.
That night I prayed to the Lord, and here is how He answered my prayer. My
father-in-law was ill since the day I married my husband, so he was with us
3 years and died January 26, 1991.
We know the people who bought his home. The very next day they called and
said an important piece mail came, I will mail it to you. Here it was- a
policy that 11 years ago was worth $1400.00 - we received a check this week
for $2700.00 dollars. Also Copaxone has not been a covered drug for my
insurance plan, costs $1100.00 a month, until four days before I went to the
drugstore. And I almost fainted when they said "That will be $10.00." And
then John the pharmacist explained why.
Let not your heart be discouraged, God will take care of you, you, you!
Patty Stockton
PSPasangel@aol.com
Many of our dates were spent with my boyfriend's family. May not sound
very exciting or romantic. It was always nice; I never minded those
visits and I still love them. After dating a few months, we didn't see each
other until four years later when we both were out of college. We dated
a few months, got engaged and married just six weeks later.
That was 21 years ago and I still am madly in love and I still love my husband's
family I first met while dating decades ago. They have encouraged me
since our first meetings. I always have been treated as a family
member. My husband and I both readily claim all his brother's and
sisters' children as our nephews and neices. I believe by spending some
dates with such a good family, Tony and I were encouraged to be
good, kind people.
In their homes, we never have been exposed to
cursing, drugs, alcohol, arguing, gossiping. Family gathering always
included mention of church and family and friends. My in-laws are all
good people, with good names who always have set a good example for us
and now for our children.
We have been foster parents for five years,
with all the wonderful times and terrible times associated with special
needs children. Our children always have been included in family
gatherings. They have been encouraged in every effort, and been told
they have family, even if not related by birth. We believe the Lord
lead us to be foster and now adoptive parents and the Lord knew our
families would be nothing but kind supporters of our expanding family.
A special part of our family is Jerry, Catherine, Catrina and Jason
Cochran. The Cochrans have lived with more obstacles than most of us,
but they spend so much time serving others and encouraging others, they
do not have time to dwell on the negative. Every moment in person, on
te phone or by mail is special with the Cochrans. They make visitors
feel important and necessary to the proper function of the universe.
The Cochrans remember our childrens' court dates, adoptions,
achievements, holidays, hobbies, likes. The Cochrans spend much of
their time praying for others and helping others. Our kids love them
and we do, too.
Our kids are 18 months, 5 years, 7, 7, 9, 10 and 11.
They grew up with very poor examples of how to act and live
appropriately. They have no contact with birth family. We are blessed
to have our families to "adopt" them, too, and we have many church
friends to "adopt" our kids, too.
The Lord has blessed us since before
we knew Him and now that we do know Him, we recognize even more things
he has done and does do for us. He surrounds us with Christians and
angels. I daily pray my kids will be surrounded by Christians and we
try to put our kids among Christians. We found this plan works and we
do not need to mess it up.
The first time I met Jason he was a darling,
quiet, little boy on his mama's lap. Now he is a wonderful man in
everyone's heart. He has taught my children to not fear a person just
because he is in a wheelchair. They also know Jason is a great
babysitter, has cool coloring books, is a computer whiz and never yells
at them or ignores them.
We love you Jason,
Your uncle and aunt and 7 cousins
This web site is a real blessing.
All through the book of Ecclesiastes, it says "Enjoy life." And you
think, 'how can I enjoy life with all these hardships, problems,
disabilities???' Well, life is 10 percent what you go through, and
90 percent what your attitude/reaction towards your situations are.
React positively in a thankful manner. Know that all problems work
for the good, and this is a promise God gave to us.
For those disabled, keep in mind that you can be disabled in one
area, but are very able in others. It's up to you to find where
you are able, and use it wisely! Try to stop being sad about your
disability, and be happy about your abilities.
Take Care,
Sylvie
sylvox@hotmail.com
Hey Jason,
I was just on your web site and I thought I'd write you and tell you that
I have spina biffida and it's hard to deal with it but I have dealt with it
for almost 19 years and plus I just had surgery about 3 months ago. And that's
why I was at the Whiteside Rehab to get my strength back but I know only I
can do it with God's help but I am pushing God away and I don't know how to stop.
But I think you are very special and I wish I could find someone as talented
as you are to do something like this.
Hope to see you soon!
Stephanie
Hi Jason,
This is your Alzheimer's buddy Chip, just passing through to say hello and to
encourage you. No matter what comes our way, we are in His hands, all my
todays, and all my tomorrows.
God bless you, friend.
Chip Gerber
Satsuma, Florida
The book of Job has taught us to be strong and loving.
God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten
Son for belief in order that you may not perish from earth but have
life eternal. God did not not send his Son to condemn the world
but to save the world thru Him.
Job
God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten
Son so that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have life.
God did not send his Son to condemn the world as is His right, but to
save the world.
Sincerely,
Job
Jason,
Our condolence go out to you in the passing of your grandmother. We know you
love her very much and she did you. Our prayers are with you and your family.
May the Lord comfort you. May God bless you and your family abundantly. Y'all
are such a blessing to us and to all the church.
Cedar Creek Baptist Church
Hi there!
I just discovered your web site. Nice...It's very nice.
I am 57 and was diagnosed with the early stages of Alzheimer's
Disease. What a shocker. Depressed? You bet. Denial? Yep, till
I looked at my situation and got some support. I began reaching
out to others.
First, the good Lord above who loves me and has a plan for my
life. I have known Him personally since I was 16. Although I
have left Him many times, He has never nor will He ever, leave me.
I also reached out to the Alzheimer's Association where I found
friends that would stick with me through thick and thin. A caring
wife, my caregiver is also a real blessing.
Life goes on. Although the stages worsen, I have good moments as
well as bad. What keeps me going is I know who holds my tomorrow
and I know who holds my hand.
Chip Gerber
Satsuma, Florida
Daily journal:
http://www.zarcrom.com/
users/alzheimers/chip.html
I am 76 years old retired shoe maker. I have arthritis. I have pain in
my joints. I do not like to take medicine, because it doesn't cure. I
take herbs that God has provided us. When I hurt bad, I just close my
eyes and I see Jesus hanging on the cross. I could have the pain that
He must have endured.
If we meet and you forget me, you have lost nothing; but if you meet
JESUS CHRIST and forget Him, you have lost everything.
The shoe cobbler
Hello!!
I Am 32 Years Old & I Have Spina Bifida--The Thing That Has Always Helped Me Is
Having Support From Family & Close Friends & I Just Take Things As They Come
One Day At A Time--This Shows How Unthoughtful Some People Can Truly Be--
I Was In The Grocery Store With My Parents Many Years Ago & I Always Get Looks
>From Someone--I Have Gotten Used To It By Now--This One OLDER Woman Approached
Me & I Could Tell She Just Had To Say Something--So I Took In A Deep Breath
& Thought Let's Get This Over With!! She Looked At Me--Saying 'Child Don't
You Get Tired Of Being That Way All The Time?????' I Looked At Her In
Amazement & Rubbed My Ear--Thinking 'She Didn't Say What I Thought She
Did--I Must Have Misunderstood!!' So I Ask Her What She Meant--SHE REPEATED
IT!! & ADDED 'DON'T YOU MISS NOT BEING ABLE TO DO THINGS?????' I Locked Direct
Eye Contact With Her & Responded 'NO MA'AM--YOU DON'T MISS WHAT YOU NEVER
HAD!!!!!' She Gave Me A Glaring Look--As If To Say 'I Was Only Asking A
Question!!!!!' and I Thought 'Well I Answered It!!!!!' Quite Comical
Now--As Time Goes By--Yet At The Time If I Could Have Gotten My Hands
On Her 'It Would Not Have Been Good!!!!!'
I Hope This Story Is Helpful!!!!!
Dawn
dawnc@BLomand.net
http://www.w4kko.com
I am a 32 year old male. I have been disabled since I was 9
years old. I was hit by a car. I am in a wheelchair. My encouragement each
day is to wake up in the morning and say hello to America. To know I have
the freedom to do what I want. We live here in America where some people
don't realize how lucky we are until they get out and see other people
suffering from hunger. My family is a big encouragement to me. People
should not feel sorry for themselves. Living like that each day waste
what God has given them a second chance with a gift not a disability.
GOD BLESS AMERICA, AGAIN
THANK GOD I WAS BORN IN AMERICA.
THANK GOD I WAS BORN TO BE FREE.
THANK GOD FOR THE STATUE OF LIBERTY...
AMERICA'S SYMBOL OF PEACE.
WE REMEMBER WHAT HAPPENED LAST SEPTEMBER.
9 1 1 ... IS FOREVER ETCHED ON EACH HEART.
OSAMA BIN LADAN THOUGHT HE COULD MAKE AMERICA TREMBLE...
BUT, UNITED WE STAND!!!
KNOWING, GOD IS IN COMMAND!!!
AND, PRAYING, "GOD BLESS AMERICA, AGAIN"!!!
Jean Lewis
Yes is to never to give into yourself
I have just recently been put into a wheel chair and was
emotionally devastated for a while until I was able to get
outside and go into stores, restaurants, banks, etc. and
found out it isn't the chair that makes the person, it's
the person itself. My husband and I tried to aide my
brother and sister-in-law with her disabled sister to
bring her to Florida but they felt it would be better to
let her stay in the same city she is already used to
since her mom is in a place where the older generation like
my mom can't take care of themselves anymore. So now
my brother has us helping out with his daughter's wedding
to show how much we have grown. And we have opened our own
travel agency in our own home.
gigitty69@earthlink.net
Good morning,
Thank you for this opportunity to share the blessings the
Lord is providing me. I have been clinically diagnosed as
depressed for most of my adult life, however I recently
(about a year ago) found how to gain the victory over this.
I have found that by encouraging others I, myself am
encouraged. So I started a website with this in purpose.
If you want to visit my web site, it is:
http://www.angelfire.com/ok2/discouragement/index.html
It never fails that when we get our eyes off ourselves
and concentrate on others, our own burdens are greatly
lightened.
Again, thank you.
Emory Ediger
Hi,
I learned that God loves us no matter what. That's what 'God's
unfailing love' means. We all make mistakes but remember that
God's mercies are new every morning. There's no such thing as
immediate change. It takes practice.
To fear God is to love Him so much that you afraid to hurt Him.
To honor God is to do what pleases Him and what pleases Him is
the best for us. Today, try to honor God with your thinking,
what you say and what you do. It brings me joy to know that I
am so happy because of God's love in my heart and I have
promises to depend on. God's promises. Those are the ones that
never fail no matter what!
There no need to worry about the future because God promises
that it brings good and not disaster (Jeremiah 29:11). There's
no reason to fear because God promises to protect and provide
for us every day.
Many people you walk by everyday don't know this peaceful love
from God- be kind and loving, and represent God's love to them.
This will also honor God. And remember to live one day at a time-
don't rush. Tomorrow is tomorrow, but today is today.
Love,
Sylvie
Hey everybody,
There's some people who when they go through hard times
they say 'Why? Why Me? Why this?' Well I just want to
say that we all humans and we all got our problems in
this world. The difference for christians, though,
is that we got someone to depend on because He's always
faithful, and we have encouragement from God's Word.
Endure hardship, for without it- you will never grow.
Sylvie
Dear Jason,
Thank you for the wonderful email that I received from you. My
MS, they now say is Secondary Progressive, MS with only one
laboratory test with lesions, my brain.
I remember a lot of things, when I am alone. I remember the
Christmas Eve Carol Feast. Jesus had done a lot to help me
get well. My husband and I were chosen to light the white
candle representing Jesus. The pastor, my friend, asked the
question for this particular candle, "What gift would we
have given to the Christ child?"
This was the first time right after I was able to live again.
My gift from Him that day was the gift of poetry. MY
GIFT-Jesus was born with a purpose in mind to die for the
sins of all of mankind, to live again to prepare a place, for
all of those saved by grace. My gift to the Lord, I am more
than willing to give, for I was held captive, then saved now
I live.
Telling everyone I meet with my voice, Jesus can do all
things but it's a personal choice. Telling everyone of His
wonderful story while giving Him all the honor and glory.
Hoping you are well. Everyone give yourself hope.
Patty
Patricia Stockton
Jason,
I just wanted to take the time to let you know that you have
totally blessed the life of others through your web page. Thank
you for allowing the Lord to work in your life. Thank you for
being you! We need more people like you in the world, Jason.
Take Care,
God Bless,
Jolee Acorn
IT REALLY INSPIRES US JASON TO SEE HOW YOU ARE WILLING AND ABLE
TO HELP PEOPLE THAT HAS A NEED FOR ENCOURAGEMENT AND PRAYER.
WHATEVER THE NEED IS, YOU'RE THERE. WE LOVE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
WE LIKE ALL THESE LETTERS AND POEMS TOO. IT'S A GREAT BLESSING.
THANK YOU FOR BEING OBEDIENT. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.
SISTER AND BROTHER IN CHRIST, CEDAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH
Hi Jason,
My daughter-in-law, Ginger, finally wrote you. She's a loving
person to 'every one', I said, "Ginger, I've got the big head,
over all those sweet words, you said about me." Of course,
I was kidding. We all know, we are just trying to be a
BLESSING TO OTHERS because we . . . LOVE THE LORD. I wrote
a song "God Bless My Family", and, I'd like to tell you how
I came to write it. I love my family. I love my country. I
love GOD. after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on
America, I found myself singing the words of "God Bless
America", to myself, off and on, for days, weeks, and even
now, sometimes. One day, I began to write the words of this
song, to the tune of "God Bless America". I know my children
are IN A DIFFERENT world, today, than I have been BLESSED to
live in....
Jean Lewis
"GOD BLESS MY FAMILY"
GOD BLESS MY FAMILY,
DEAR ONES I LOVE.
GO BEFORE THEM.
WALK BESIDE THEM.
IN FAITH'S FIGHT,
MAY THEY STRIVE ...
FOR THE RIGHT.
FROM THE MORNING,
TO THE NOONTIME,
'TIL THE EVENING,
THROUGH THE NIGHT.
GOD BLESS MY FAMILY ...
MY HEART'S DELIGHT.
---Imogene (Jean) Owita Lewis
Hi Jason,
I have been meaning to write to you for a long time
but just haven't took the time.
I am Jean Lewis's daughter-in-law Ginger. She thinks
the world of you and your website. She is a very sweet
lady and MY MOTHER-IN-LAW. Where did it say that you
are supposed to dislike your mother-in-law?
Well, I love mine. She is like my own mother. My mother
went to heaven on March 1, 1998. She had an aneurysm
in her brain and she went suddenly. She is VERY MUCH
missed by me now. I can't wait to see her again.
I have a disability I guess. I have fibromyalgia/chronic
fatigue syndrome and lots of other things wrong. High
blood pressure, irritable bowel syndrome, depression
sometimes, migraine headaches sometimes and other stuff.
But, I praise God every day that I have eyes to see,
ears to hear and legs to walk and arms to gives hugs
and a mouth to tell people that I love Jesus. I love
Jesus very much and I also love my family very much.
I have a second cousin who is 9 years old with Cerebral
Palsy. He has had it since birth and is in a wheelchair
most of the time. He is very smart and uses a computer
to do his school work. He uses the "touch" the screen
system to do his lessons because he can't type on
the keyboard. He is a sweet boy and he knows Jesus.
He talks about Him a lot. His mom and his dad divorced
when he was a baby because of substance abuse by his
dad. His dad was in a car wreck and he was killed.
I don't think he was ready to go, although I don't
know that for a fact. Up to the time he got killed
I don't think he had accepted Jesus. My first cousin,
(my second cousin's mom) takes Brett to church all
the time and she has taught him all about Jesus and
His love.
Well, I just wanted to write to you and tell you that
I know Jean Lewis and I also read all those poems she
writes. She is very gifted that way. Steve, her son,
also writes poetry. I guess that's one of the reasons
I fell for him because he writes me poetry too.
Love and blessings,
Ginger Lewis
Dear Lord, Thank You For The Cross
What have I done for You?
What have I done for You?
I'll give You a little time
to think about it.
What have I done for You?
Lord, You Saved My Soul
When I Was Lost.
Thank You For The Cross ...
Where You Paid The Cost.
And, Lord, When I Was Sick
You Made Me Well.
Thank You For Your Word ...
"And with His stripes, we are healed".
And, Lord, You Give The Words
I Write Down For A Song.
Thank You For Your Love ...
That's Guiding Me On.
And, Now, Lord, ... What Can I Do
In My Life ... To Say ... "Thank You"? ...
And, Jesus says "Love one another
as I have loved you".
If you have any problems which you feel like you cannot deal
with, turn to the Lord in prayer. He is always there when
you need Him. Everything happens for a reason- and hard times
last for only a period of time, but joy comes in the morning.
Don't give up.
Many I have read of here have disabilities. What I have
learned is that- the ONLY disability in life is a bad
attitude (towards situations).
This may sound funny- but yesterday I went to the beach
with my friends, but I could not go into the water. So
I was a bit sad that I couldn't go snorkeling and
jumping off the dock and swimming and jumping over the
waves with my friends- until I realized that:
Instead of being sad of what I cannot do at that time,
I should be happy of what I can do!
So I took a volleyball and enjoyed playing volleyball
and football at the beach with my friend.
You see, focus on what's positive. If you keep being
all sad because of a disability, that won't benefit
you anything! But I'm am so very sure that there are
other fun stuff you can do! Be happy about that
instead!
Ecclesiastes 3:12---"So I concluded that there is nothing
better for people than to be happy and enjoy themselves
while they live."
Put that in practice!
Love,
Sylvie
(anyone need a friend--- email me at:
sylvox@hotmail.com)
When we help Jesus' brothers and sisters, then we
did it for Him!
I have been to several doctors and out of 3 MRI's they say
that the original 6 1/2 lesions on my brain haven't gotten
worse. "This has taken my life away," I said. Oh, how I
don't like whiner's. But I was becoming one because no
one will treat me or say that I have M.S., lesions are where
the disease started. It has only been two years.
Then my friend Susan Matthews, told me to come online to
see if I could connect to someone with M.S., but I went right
down the list to this web site.
I read and pray for others or lend a helping hand.
God Bless You always and forever, and I thought I couldn't
do anything. Everything will happen in His time.
I would kid around with this wonderful lady named
Clotheal Thorpe. One day she looked up right at me and
said, "Well you know the Lord only gives you what you can
handle." I looked right back at her and said, "Didn't you
ever wonder who was doing that job, but that Jesus, He
doesn't give up on anyone."
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PSpasangel@aol.com
I, Jason, have been asked to tell more of my story. I have
had cerebral palsy since birth. I walked with a walker until I was
in junior high school. I began using a electric wheelchair in junior
high school. I also used a laptop computer for school work starting in
junior high school.
I became a Christian at age 13. God has helped me through so much in my
life. He is my strength. I love that He is with me all the time. I think
that my disability has caused me to care more deeply about others who are
going through difficult times. It also has caused me to want to pray for
people because I want them to feel the Lord's comfort as I have. I
greatly appreciate the prayers and encouragement of family and friends. My
family are very precious to me.
I wanted people to be encouraged so that is why I started this web site.
I feel that the Lord gave it to me to help others. The web site has also
greatly encouraged me. I love to hear what people say in their messages.
The web site has grown alot since I started it. This has encouraged me too.
I love to hear what you all have to say. I greatly appreciate every
message.
God Bless You All.
Jason
Creator of this web site
Wow, what an awesome website. I typed in the word "encouragement"
into Google's search engine and that's how I found this site. My physical
disability is very minor compared to many here, who testify to the POWER
of God in their lives.
Jason, how about some more information on you, and your life? You're great
at facilitating the encouragement of others to each other, but you never
write anything here. I bet you have much to share. I would love to hear
more of your story, from your perspective. I'm grateful for what I've
learned about you from your family and friends, who know you. I'd
like to hear more from YOU. I have often said that I love to sit at the
feet of people who've gone through a lot of suffering, and learn from
them, because they have so much to say, such precious insights into
life. I've been sitting at the feet, this morning, of many who have
contributed to this website.
Maybe 15 years ago, I began an experiment. Ever since, I have been
looking for people who really love Jesus, who have not been through,
or are currently going through, intense suffering. I haven't found
ONE, yet. What I've discovered, is that you can't always tell, when
you meet people, if they are going through, or have gone through,
intense suffering. They are full of the love of Jesus. But you scratch
below the surface, and you will discover that they have experienced or
are experiencing, enormous suffering. Suffering produces perseverance,
and then character, and then hope, or FAITH. Show me someone who really
loves Jesus, and I'll show you someone who suffers.
Thank you for your ministry to me this day, Jason.
In Jesus' love,
Dave McCarty
Hatfield, PA
Thanks for your web page. A dear friend of mine is in the hospital.
On Friday, she got part of her leg amputated and tomorrow is she is
getting a pacemaker. All week long I've been in a state of lethargy,
not paying attention to my driving, work, or life in general. I'm so
upset about her that I can't begin to tell you. Although I've been
saved for 20 years, I forgot one thing...God is still in control.
Thanks again,
Toni
Hey everybody!
This verse is very encouraging: Ecclesiastes 3:12 "So I concluded
that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and enjoy themselves
while they live." Never forget to count your blessings! And live everyday to the
fullest, using every opportunity available to do good and be happy.
Also, remember this: If you wait for a perfect time and a perfect place to do
some things, you will never get anything done.
A thankful heart is a happy one!
God bless you,
Sylvie
sylvox@hotmail.com
Accept a Challenge, not a Problem
Hi everyone,
I have been to this web site many times and I love the messages
posted. It has occurred to me that many problems have been
changed to challenges or opportunities to inspire others. This
is a very special gift to us all. Thank you.
I met a disabled person at a business conference I just went to
who had the up and go mentally and physically that taught us a
thing or two. We have now set a date for our next encounter
which I bet will be more outrageous/positive full of laughs than
our last. This person had attitude and personality plus despite
his challenges. All I can do to sum everything up is the meeting
of two minds forming a friendship.
Best to you all,
Jill
Hi! My name is Maggie. My mom is 73 years old with end-stage
emphysema. We live in Philadelphia. Almost 3 years ago this June,
mom went to the Emergency Room and never came home. We had no
choice but to get mom into a nursing care and it is 25 miles away.
My son Shane is 11 years old now. He was my mom's sparkle and
to an extent he still is.
I cannot begin to tell you how hard it is to live my life day to
day keeping things and people like Shane and my dad OK. When I
need a break, myself. I miss my mom a lot. She is very much
alive in her own private hell in a cubicle of a nursing home.
She is totally Vent dependant, leaving her enough leeway to
use the commode, from her chair.
I need support. I have too many issues and responsibilities
to everyone. When my best friend and support person has gone,
but I cannot nor do I want to grieve her.
I know there are things I could probably get done for her. I
try and I am often shot down by the nursing home she is in. My
dad is old and follows "the rules" no matter who's they are!
My own son is disabled. I myself, a teacher have become
shamefully disabled mentally since this ordeal.
I need help and guidance ......
anyone?
Marguerite Razzi
2510 Tilton Street
Philadelphia, PA 19125
267-259-0929
I would like to tell you all that God is offering you peace of
mind and heart. When you are concerned, say a prayer to ask
the Lord to help you and He promised to take good care of you
always and always hear your humble cries to Him.
Try hard to stop worrying and trust God always. There's nothing
too hard for Him.
Psalms 30:5 'Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes
with the morning.' Tears and sad times are only for a time,
but joy follows! Just like after every storm, a rainbow forms,
the sunshine comes back out again!
Even the hardest storms (example Noah's ark storm), the
rainbow will come. The morning sunshine will come. Don't
panic! When God promises us something, He is sure to keep
His promise (Romans 4:21). He is always faithful.
Love,
Sylvie
I was working together with my pastor's wife. We work together
every Friday night in a little group to teach kids about God's
unfailing love. One night I went with her and I was not very
happy as usual that night. Then we were talking and she
mentioned '...why go through this life unhappy anyway? There's
no use to being all unhappy. We have this life once, we got to
make the most of our every day!...'
I was so touched. Then it came to my mind. Why let any problem
get you down?? There's so much good news from the Bible. God
promises that EVERYTHING will work for good to those who love
Him (Romans 8:28) and that He turns good of bad circumstances,
and that the trying of our faith is very important and that we
should use it for an opportunity for joy. (Read James 1)
So hey, whatever you go through or are going through, or
whatever you do---make it something special!! If you're at work,
make your day special. If you're at school, make it special too!
If you're at the hospital, make it something special!! Because
all these, will work out for the good. God is in control....
Love,
Sylvie
Just want to remind you all that there is nothing you cannot
handle. There are people out the who have been through harder
stuff and have successfully made it. You can definitely go
through anything with full success.
Also, be sure to have your focus on what's positive. Many
times when we got one problem, we focus on that problem
sooo much that we forget to be thankful and happy for the
blessings.
So whenever you're discouraged, or sad, just get a pen and
paper and write down the things you are thankful for. This
just takes 5-10 minutes, but can make your whole day and week
sweet. Because when you focus on the problem you can't see
the blessings as well, but when you focus on the blessings,
the problem seems to become so much smaller!!!
Love, and God bless you,
Sylvie
A Garfield Cup
I'M EASY TO GET ALONG WITH
WHEN THINGS GO MY WAY.
I read these words on a Garfield cup
Just the other day,
And, I thought......."Should I go
And ask...my husband...
(For he's around me every day?)
Or, should I go into my closet...
And, just kneel down and PRAY?
Dear Lord, You know
Our every thought...
And, You hear
every word we say.
You know when we're doing
The best we can...
And, You see all the ways
We stray...
But, even now, I hear You say...
"It's O K" .......
While You're wiping the tears away,
And saying......."My Child,...
I'M EASY TO GET ALONG WITH
WHEN THINGS GO MY WAY".
The Telephone Rang
The telephone rang...
And a voice said to me...
"I'm so worried about
This problem...
The way out, I can't see.
If you were in my shoes,
Tell me, what would
You do?"
And, before I could give her
An answer, Lord...
I sent this quick prayer...
To You.
"Remember, Lord...I'm depending
On You...Only You.
Remember, Lord...I'm depending
On You.
When I don't know what
to say,
And, I don't know what
To do,
Remember, Lord...I'm depending
On You."
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