tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post9181072647762852523..comments2023-10-03T20:27:10.322-04:00Comments on CREEKSIDE MINISTRIES: For When You Are PerplexedLinda Stollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-43260916731011943912014-08-24T08:27:39.988-04:002014-08-24T08:27:39.988-04:00When all is said and done, there is such deep peac...When all is said and done, there is such deep peace knowing that He never says, 'My, why didn't I think of that?'<br /><br />I'm so grateful ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-38854615748956867132014-08-24T04:34:30.836-04:002014-08-24T04:34:30.836-04:00What a helpful message to read this morning!
This ...What a helpful message to read this morning!<br />This line was extra encouraging..."None of this is a surprise to God." <3Loraleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10196420351567403826noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-91300939702957138762014-08-23T14:30:28.300-04:002014-08-23T14:30:28.300-04:00If these feeble words are somehow able to do that ...If these feeble words are somehow able to do that for you, Sarah, then I am deeply satisfied. Praise God.<br /><br />;-}Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-80916853963854112472014-08-23T14:25:45.902-04:002014-08-23T14:25:45.902-04:00I feel like I just got a hug from you. Thank you s...I feel like I just got a hug from you. Thank you sweet friend!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-71218059294115077532014-08-22T18:16:07.035-04:002014-08-22T18:16:07.035-04:00Yes, little by little. One day at a time, Janel. ...Yes, little by little. One day at a time, Janel. We let Him take our hand and lead us forward. Even with our feeble faith, He graciously gives us what we need to build that trust in Him.<br /><br />Stepping forward with you, and appreciating that you've shared a bit of your story with us here!Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-42220103858180773342014-08-22T18:14:06.387-04:002014-08-22T18:14:06.387-04:00I love hearing about that calm space in the middle...I love hearing about that calm space in the middle of it all, Val ... what a gift God has given you! It sure beats trying to plan life and being constantly unsettled and disappointed.<br /><br />Thanks for sharing this encouragement today. I'm grateful you're here ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-19700879058229588222014-08-22T17:44:19.175-04:002014-08-22T17:44:19.175-04:00oh my goodness...you took the words right out of m...oh my goodness...you took the words right out of my experience. Three years ago I had a life changing moment like that..and i'm still trying to figure it out. And while i am knowing that its no surprise to HIM its hard for me to trust that its in His plan. But he's opening my eyes little by little as i continue to step forward. Thank you for this reflectionJanelhttp://viepourcettetemp.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-66305043625789514182014-08-22T17:42:37.166-04:002014-08-22T17:42:37.166-04:00I used to resist changes and surprises. I had ever...I used to resist changes and surprises. I had everything planned out!! But I've learned to actually enjoy them now. God's plan is always better then mine and it's interesting to see how things work out when thrown in another direction. Now, instead of being thrown around like in a tornado, I feel like I'm standing in the calm in the middle, just watching the world swirl around me and waiting to see where I'll end up next!!Valerienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-30271135522171848822014-08-22T15:40:42.273-04:002014-08-22T15:40:42.273-04:00I find these kind of waiting room seasons so unset...I find these kind of waiting room seasons so unsettling, too. I guess I want everything clear, and I want it yesterday.<br /><br />Patience is a challenge. Thankfully, He loves us and shows us endless grace even when we feel like we're running on fumes.<br /><br />Praying for your husband right now, even as we speak, dear Ceil.Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-83659695917137146372014-08-22T15:24:15.014-04:002014-08-22T15:24:15.014-04:00Hi Linda! You are so right. He knows it all. My hu...Hi Linda! You are so right. He knows it all. My husband didn't get the job he applied for, and went through three interviews for too. Sigh. But God knows there's something better out there. I just have to have the faith and strength to get through this time of unknowing.<br />I'm also writing a blog post about this subject. We all need to encourage each other when we don't see. Thank you for your timely message!<br />Happy Weekend my friend,<br />CeilCeilhttp://www.ceilryan.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-33305902280838481102014-08-22T11:27:42.104-04:002014-08-22T11:27:42.104-04:00After visiting your site, I now understand that Mi...After visiting your site, I now understand that Mikayla is your baby girl who is no longer with you. My heart is going out to you right now as you make your way through this journey of grief.<br /><br />Deepest blessings as He carries you on ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-42793151469863969162014-08-22T11:12:39.856-04:002014-08-22T11:12:39.856-04:00oops ... HERE not HEAR!
;-{oops ... HERE not HEAR!<br /><br />;-{Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-76545766542562067362014-08-22T11:10:39.718-04:002014-08-22T11:10:39.718-04:00And He doesn't let go of us, even while we'...And He doesn't let go of us, even while we're stumbling, does He! I'm grateful with you for this mercy, Melissa. And I'm glad you're here today ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-77875002862199135542014-08-22T11:09:22.763-04:002014-08-22T11:09:22.763-04:00Yes, Courtney. Even the detours have a purpose .....Yes, Courtney. Even the detours have a purpose ... even if we don't see it at the time. I guess that's where trust kicks in, big time ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-32939589117595380202014-08-22T11:08:17.150-04:002014-08-22T11:08:17.150-04:00Amen. What a comfort this promise is. Thanks for...Amen. What a comfort this promise is. Thanks for sitting at this table with us, Lulu!Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-88943493123025536402014-08-22T11:07:22.582-04:002014-08-22T11:07:22.582-04:00I like that word 'planning' you used, Holl...I like that word 'planning' you used, Holly. Nothing He does is random. Nothing! And there's great stability that comes in grasping that truth.<br /><br />Thanks for starting the day with us here, Holly. Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-18236565812449355182014-08-22T11:05:19.931-04:002014-08-22T11:05:19.931-04:00And He's always inviting us to something deepe...And He's always inviting us to something deeper, more substantial, more holy ... right in the middle of those situations. No wonder we need Him every hour!<br /><br />Thanks for visiting in the wee hours of morning, Cathy!Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-62742816604308630342014-08-22T11:03:41.304-04:002014-08-22T11:03:41.304-04:00Job sure has a way of putting things back into a p...Job sure has a way of putting things back into a proper perspective. Thankfully, our majestic God reigns ...<br /><br />Amen!Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-75164229039753188152014-08-22T11:01:37.557-04:002014-08-22T11:01:37.557-04:00It is an amazing grace, isn't it, Summer ...It is an amazing grace, isn't it, Summer ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-6567362555540099252014-08-22T11:01:08.194-04:002014-08-22T11:01:08.194-04:00Thanks for popping by, Elizabeth!Thanks for popping by, Elizabeth!Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-2602486340860961502014-08-22T09:53:55.466-04:002014-08-22T09:53:55.466-04:00So true! It's hard when we feel God leading u...So true! It's hard when we feel God leading us to something, and then everything changes. But yes, He always knows the future, and He has a reason for letting us stumble in this way. Thank the Lord for that!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04423802244845816945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-2494235985742819272014-08-22T08:19:34.827-04:002014-08-22T08:19:34.827-04:00I'm so encouraged, Linda, as you remind me tha...I'm so encouraged, Linda, as you remind me that all the things in my life that aren't according to MY plan, are according to HIS. That there are no surprises, to Him. No unplanned detours. Just the road He's already prepared for me to walk. Thank you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16652849571709371375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-45722183508063706502014-08-22T08:00:56.548-04:002014-08-22T08:00:56.548-04:00AND EVEN when I walk through the Valley of Death--...AND EVEN when I walk through the Valley of Death---<br /><br />THOU ART WITH ME!<br /><br />Thankful--He is with me to the end!luluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11520683067915486215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-17187803160112005412014-08-22T07:53:39.350-04:002014-08-22T07:53:39.350-04:00Love that He is never surprised by the things that...Love that He is never surprised by the things that threaten to knock us off our feet. So comforting to think of Him planning a response for us at these times. Great encouragement Linda!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-684802537865104750.post-58022536753010385182014-08-22T02:53:23.621-04:002014-08-22T02:53:23.621-04:00This is so true! Nothing takes God by surprise......This is so true! Nothing takes God by surprise...just us. I love how God is always putting situations in our lives that cause a continual change process in our lives if we allow it. I am stopping by from 5-Minute Frida.y Have a blessed weekend!Cathyhttp://cathyzpeek.comnoreply@blogger.com