If you read yesterday's post you may remember that I mentioned a blog or 2 that I wanted to share with you, but I was waiting to hear back from the authors (because I waited until the last minute to ask). Well, I heard from Karen who writes Titus 2 Tea and she very kindly gave me her blessing to share her work with you. :-)
When God Says No
When I read this post it resonated deep in my spirit. Part of that is due to the fact that the child in the story is deaf and speaks by signing. I have always been fascinated with sign language. I have always wanted to learn, but never seem to have the time or the cash to pay for the classes. One day though. It's on my bucket list.
Anyway, the sign language might have been the hook, but the true meat of her words goes so much deeper. I really want you to click the link above and read the whole thing, but I am going to share the final lines with you:
"God sees my helplessness and frustration, my disappointment. He says no
from a heart of love, eyes full of compassion. It's not that He doesn't
listen, not that He doesn't care. He understands there is a greater
good, a greater blessing, a protecting action. His love determines His
answer."
Wow. His love determines His answer. His love, which is all encompassing, all seeing, all knowing, complete in ways our hearts cannot even comprehend. That is just beautiful.
I have nothing else to say. No more words that can better describe how this touches me, moves me, and gives me peace. So I will just say good night and God bless. I'll see you tomorrow. :-)
Love it! Your words have blessed me again. Thank you. ~Aimee
ReplyDeleteThank you Aimee. But really the credit goes to Karen, who shared her heart, and to God, who gave both of us the words. I think this is the best thing about blogging,finding other people who bless my heart and make me look deeper. :-)
DeleteI loved this...thank you so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Cindy! And thanks for stopping by to visit. I appreciate it!
DeleteWhat a breath-taking wonder it is, Beloved One, when God blesses His children through one another rather than individually. He pours out grace upon grace, gift heaped upon gift, from His abundance...the promised double portion, strangers made into family as He changes us from glory to glory.
ReplyDeleteThanks for coming to my blog for tea. You and your friends are always welcome~
You're right. It is beautiful. I've wanted to do sign language as well but could never seem to find the time, or as you said, the money. There are a couple of free online courses I think . I found a couple introductory course; those could serve as a good foundation for future development right?
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up!
Larissa, I think I need to look into that!! And thank you for the invite to link and for stopping by! :-)
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