When the Uncontrollable Happens…
“Lord, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing. You guard all that is mine.” Psalm 16:5
Some weeks are just more difficult than others. Don’t you agree? This week one of my dearest friends packed up and went to live with Jesus. She went to bed feeling better than she had felt in years, with plans to go shopping the next morning. Instead, she woke up and met Jesus.
What manner of craziness is that? Bonelle, “Bo” to her friends, was one of the most loving, loyal, and laughter filled people I know. She was passionate about everyone and everything she loved. She left a gaping hole in the hearts of her fella, two sons, momma, sister, brother, and a host of other family and friends.
The unknown and uncontrollable can leave us with anxiety. I’ve felt that this week. Our daughter is traveling out of the country, and left the very next day after Bo’s death. This momma’s heart was on high alert. Separation anxiety began to overtake me. I wanted all my little chicks close by – where I could touch and see them. You know, where I could control the situation. Make sure that nothing bad happened.
I have had to remind myself many times this week that God is the one truly in control. That I can trust Him. I can trust Him with all that is mine.
Lord, thank you for comforting us when fear overwhelms our hearts. Thank you for meeting us where we are. Our weakness is the opportunity for your strength. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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I’m so sorry that you lost your friend, dear Carmen. Yes, God is truly in control. I know your friend is rejoicing. But how hard for her family.
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Carmen, I’m sending you big hugs and lifting you in prayer! Lord, bring my sweet friend comfort and peace. Calm her anxious heart and help her entrust her daughter to Your loving care! xo, liz
Liz, our girl had a great time on her trip and made it safely home (with a sunburn :) ) Thank you for your condolences for the loss of my dear friend. Bo was one in a million.
Know you’re missing your precious friend! So thankful for wonderful friends like this! And so thankful for God’s sweet comfort. May He fill you with His peace!
I do miss her Sabra. Gosh, she was so fun.
May your sweet memories bring comfort to the sorrow of your “uncontrollable” loss Carmen.
With heartfelt sympathy, BRC
Thank you Beth. In times of such unexpected loss, we cling to God and all our memories.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Carmen. Prayers for you and Bonelle’s family. ((hug)) What a comfort to know we can trust Him with all that is ours–because it was His before it was ours. I don’t know how people without faith live this life. ((grace upon grace, friend))
Thank you Brenda. She is surely missed. That girl was bigger than life.
Beautiful Carmen!
Thanks friend!