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Deborah-Leigh:
Hello MG

My head is still shaking from side to side not being able to capture the wonder and emotion and thoughts that are inspired by your testimony....only to say that for me, your post speaks in spirit and in truth....Spirit and in Truth Jesus told us that God is seeking such as you to worship Him...What a rare privilage to see His work in you MG

......Remember me......were the words Jesus heard spoken to Him as He suffered on His cross......remember me......

Peace and love to you

Arcturus

hillsbororiver:

--- Quote from: M.G. on December 15, 2006, 12:54:34 AM ---This thread was a real trigger for me so I had to stay away from a reply. God seems to throw me into the stories of the bible and I seem to live them in my life. It's quite amazing. The exit from Egypt was miraculous.

I've been pretty much thrown into Job right now. When this thread was first started I broke out with shingles. I kind of laughed saying here come the boils. A couple of days ago my blood test was positive for possibly having Lupus so I have to go see a specialist on Wednesday. I've been in intense pain.

When I first read this thread Job's complaints brought tears to my eyes and opened my heart with expression to God. It is the first time in years. I've created quite a hard shell trying to endure. Last night I was sitting on my porch and realized just how powerful God is. I can see his  power in my suffering. I almost felt like Job putting my hand over my mouth in awe of God's power. All I could say is I believe. I believe God can calm the raging wind and sea. I believe God can raise the dead. I believe God can turn water into wine. I believe God can part the Red Sea. I believe God is in complete control of what was, what is and what is to come. I believe that he can save all. I believe in the glory of God and the wisdom of God and the power of God and the mercy of God and the love of God. Do I feel all of that. No. I feel pain and suffering right now.

There are great lessons in pain and suffering. Through suffering I learned that there is no good thing in me. Through suffering I learned that there is no free will. Through suffering I learned that I can do nothing in and of myself. Through suffering I saw a glimpse of the heart of the Father. Through suffering I saw the miracles of God within me that brought healing from my emotional damage and released me from the bondage of sins that were tied to that damage. Through suffering I learned that Christ died for me personally. Through suffering I learned that all things are provided by God and if he withholds there is nothing in my power that can change that. I've learned that the judgment of God is with mercy and love. It is never a punishment.

I learned that I am not a victim of random evil and that God designs every circumstance in my life to fulfill his calling in my life and in the lives of those around me. I am still carnal and I am still being dragged and I still kick and cry and throw a tantrum, but God will win. One day I will put my hand over my mouth for more than a day or two.

Hugs to all,
MG

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Dear MG,

Very well written and stated, it is true that the OT Prophets experiences should mirror our own. It is quite the revelation when we see these things that were written pertain to us in our walk with Him.

Rom 15:4 For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.

1Cor 10:11 Now all these things happened unto them for examples: and they are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the world are come.

James 5:10 Take, my brethren, the prophets, who have spoken in the name of the Lord, for an example of suffering affliction, and of patience

His Love and Peace to you,

Joe

gmik:
MG so sorry to hear you have Lupus.  My prayers are with you.  My step-father has it and I know how he suffers. When I hear of everyones problems I just feel so bad for you all and do keep you in my prayers.  I truly am humbled by all of you.  The wisdom you all share from your pain is truly inspiring.

In rereading this entire thread I am just amazed.  I have never had such a great church experience as this, nor feel such a closeness with my brothers & sisters than I have here. And no church I have ever been to had an Nth of this wisdom.  This isn't a forum.  This is the body of Christ fellowshipping.

Consider yourselves hugged!!

Love,
gena

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