And just like that, 2016 comes to a close – and I’m not ready. I would like to linger in this, the year of Kayleigh, a little longer. As irrational as it may sound, I feel like starting a new year without her is like leaving her behind. I’m starting a new year where she won’t be present for anything – and that grieves my heart. Yet, we can’t stop time, nor slow it down, no matter how much we may want to. We can only make the best of each moment the Lord chooses to bless us with.
So, even though my heart is a little sad, I can still choose joy. I can choose to hope. And God’s word is so good to remind me of His beautiful promises. Only God Almighty can make beautiful these ashes.
Psalm 94:22
22 But the Lord is my fortress; my God is the mighty rock where I hide.
Romans 15:13
13 I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Psalm 145:14
14 The Lord helps the fallen and lifts those bent beneath their loads.
Romans 8:28
28 And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.
Wishing you and yours much faith, hope, and love in this new year. May the Lord bless each of you. Thank you for your continued prayers on our behalf. We need them more than you can know!
Until tomorrow,
‘Carrow💜
Ringing in the New Year with our small group
Write a good one indeed 💜