02 May 2012

{thankful} even when it's hard

Sometimes being thankful isn't always the easiest.
There are disappointments and setbacks and things that bring our focus back to ourselves.
They give us feelings of self pity or doubt or sadness.
But the verse above tells us to be glad always. In fact, it says it twice.
It says that we should give all our requests and prayers to God
and give thanks.
I have so much to be grateful for, but this week seemed like one of setbacks.
Word from the adoption agency that it could be a very long wait
for a long list of reasons.
It's disheartening. Hard to understand.
But I know, I really do, that God has a plan.
That He has a heart for these babies that infinitely exceeds our hopes and desires.
That He loves us more than we could ever dream possible and will design our family
just as it should be, in His perfect timing.
And if I give that over to Him, especially when it's hardest to,
He will keep my heart. He will give me peace beyond what I could hope.
And He does.
For that I am thankful.




a punk, a pumpkin and a peanut

ideas , , ,

14 comments:

  1. No(dot dot)elMay 2, 2012 at 11:45 PM

    I'm thankful for so much. My health, my children's health. Warm house, full belly. So much. I love this scripture btw. Found you through the link up and I am happy to be your newest member.

    ReplyDelete
  2. RobynMay 2, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    Carina I seriously have had such a peace about this. I have had this strong, strong feeling of assurance that we are getting our baby, and we need not be anxious. He's got it covered :-)

    ReplyDelete
  3. RobynMay 2, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    Carina I seriously have had such a peace about this. I have had this strong, strong feeling of assurance that we are getting our baby, and we need not be anxious. He's got it covered :-)

    ReplyDelete
  4. Sarah FontenotMay 3, 2012 at 4:51 AM

    I love this verse. It is always so difficult to give thanks when it seems like everything is going against you. Grateful for the reminder that everything works out in God's timing - not ours. Thanks for linking up.

    ReplyDelete
  5. abbyMay 3, 2012 at 4:51 AM

    Praying for you, Carina. "He will keep my heart." - I love that.

    ReplyDelete
  6. CandiceMay 3, 2012 at 5:33 AM

    Stay strong and keep the faith! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    ReplyDelete
  7. HeatherMay 3, 2012 at 6:43 AM

    so sorry you got the disheartening news this week, BUT, your positive outlook and faith WILL get you through.

    ReplyDelete
  8. Joy KinardMay 3, 2012 at 6:44 AM

    Oh the wait is the hardest! I will pray. Getting right on that...

    ReplyDelete
  9. CamiMay 3, 2012 at 7:09 AM

    Hugs. Will be praying for you!
    Thank you for sharing your heart with us <3
    You are not alone!

    ReplyDelete
  10. {Jordan Anne}May 3, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    So thankful today, and thankful for this post. I'm sorry about the wait.. God has a magnificant plan for your family.

    ReplyDelete
  11. JamiMay 3, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    well said.He does have a perfect plan for you. believe it.

    ReplyDelete
  12. AnonymousMay 3, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    I'm praying for you and your family. I know that He will make sure that your family grows at exactly the time it is meant to!

    ReplyDelete
  13. ginanormaMay 3, 2012 at 6:52 PM

    For sure, we just don't always see it right away. Our timing is so so vastly different than our Lords, but eventually with time, we DO end up seeing why etc...we will look back and remember that He is refining us and building our character in ALL things in life. James 1:2-5 is my LIFE verse!

    Have you ever read my ENDURE section on my blog? I also have a post called Hopes And Dreams maybe you'd like, I'm not trying to get you to read them, but just a suggestion!http://contemplatingbeauty.blogspot.com/2011/10/hopes-and-dreams.html

    ReplyDelete
  14. hannah singerMay 5, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    hugs to you friend. praying he draws you near and refreshes your heart. love you!

    ReplyDelete

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)