How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and every day have sorrow in my heart? (Psalm 13:2)
Remembering that God is sovereign while we are in the battles of life can be very difficult. Probably the last thing you think about as you suffer in a trial is that God is working all things out for your good. When you are overwhelmed with problems, it takes all the strength you have to just barely whisper a prayer.
My friends, I write this message to again empathize with so many of you that are feeling literally torn apart by painful trials. I struggle also. We are definitely living in a time of darkness. The laws of God simply don’t matter as the evil spirit of self-righteousness fills the hearts of most. Satan’s main weapon of attack is to destroy families. He works to divide and conquer. If he can break up loved ones, he can use their pain to do his work. I cannot believe how extensively marriages are ending. A marriage vow has just become another way of saying, “I’ll love you until I don’t”. The promise made before God is simply swept under the rug and forgotten. How sad that we have strayed so far.
We read in 2 Timothy 3 that there will be terrible times in the last days. Paul describes a time when people will become lovers of themselves and lovers of money. He goes on to say that they will be lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God and have a form of godliness but deny its power. While sin has always been in this world, the extent of evil to which Paul is speaking is much greater. Paul was warning of a time when self-love and entitlement would rule over this earth and God would be considered an intrusion. We are in that prophecy now! Is there any wonder that this whole world is suffering financially, physically, and under the devastation of earthquakes, floods, and storms of every kind? Judgment is upon us! Wars and weapons of mass destruction are being prepared for a battle that could conceivably destroy every living thing. It is evident that the rulers and powers of darkness have geared up efforts to unleash a prodigious force of wickedness on this earth to take down those who are unprepared.
Yet, despite all that is going on in this lost world, there is always hope for those who trust in the finished work of Christ. No situation and trial you face will ever be stronger than the blood of Christ that was shed ensuring that you will always have the future he planned for your life. Sadly, many believers accept the lies of the enemy when a crisis hits instead of holding on to faith. The Apostle Paul tells us in Romans 12:12, “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer”. In every battle, you must be joyful, patient and faithful knowing without a doubt that God is not going to fail you. You are not alone and the power of Christ that resides in you is greater than the pain you are facing. You have a Living Hope that reigns eternal.
Until the day I die, I will proclaim the truth that Christ is enough for everything you must endure on this earth. Though we all grow weary at times, God knows how to rescue his people in times of need. Christ has promised us his peace despite the trouble in our lives. It is a peace that defies understanding knowing in your heart that God is orchestrating his divine will through every struggle. Each heartache and trial you face is an opportunity for God to reveal more of himself to you. The purpose and plan are guiding you on the path of your destiny!
You will always gain freedom as you surrender your power to his. There is a short poem written by L.E. Maxwell in his book, Born Crucified, that makes this point:
“Make me a captive Lord, and then I shall be free. Force me to render up my sword and I shall conqueror be. My will is not my own, til Thou has made it Thine. If it would reach the monarch’s throne, it must its crown resign!”
We aren’t always going to be in control of our circumstances. There will be times when all we can do is surrender them to Christ and trust that he will work them out for our good. It may be scary to wait in the deep water for Jesus to bring you to safety but that is exactly what you must do! Get your eyes off of the sharks in the waters of life and the storm clouds that are brewing. They are under the authority of God, their Master, and cannot harm you. You may feel weary and alone in the dark sea of trouble but you are not alone and you are never without his strength!
I pray that those who feel God does not hear their prayers will come to know the truth of this message. Don’t let your weariness cloud your judgment. If you belong to Christ, legions of his angels surround you right at this moment. There is not a tear he does not see nor a broken heart he cannot mend! Your lonely whispers are heard. You have been set apart and made ready for him. While you wait in expectation of Christ, understand that your calling is secure. As a child of the King, you have already been declared royalty. Stand firm in your faith for the army of the living God is with you.
“And to the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” ( 1 Peter 5:10)
Be in peace, my friends. I am praying for you.
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October 4, 2011 at 6:10 pm
charles woodruff
Hi Marianne,
I am excited to discover that you placed these thoughts here literally five minutes ago! This is such a blessing, because I just checked to see if you had written anything lately. This is, as usual, a keeper. I found many thoughts that gave me strength. Today I just saw a movie that moved me greatly. “Courageous”, the latest from that church in Albany, GA that is producing some great Christian films. See it if you can; it was the best one yet. I am not a moviegoer as a rule. The last one I saw in a theater was three years ago. So for me to recommend this one is exceptional. You keep up the good work. Thanks for all your prayers and gifts. May God bless you!
In Christ,
Charles
October 4, 2011 at 6:23 pm
Karla
Wow, what a blessing two messages in two days. Thanks again Marianne
October 4, 2011 at 6:35 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thank you, Charles, I appreciate your encouragement. I heard about Courageous and I do plan on seeing it. I still pray for you, my friend. You are a constant source of wisdom to me. God bless you.
October 4, 2011 at 6:37 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Karla, I am so glad you stopped again. God had given me this message in sections and I just wanted to put it all together. I mean from my heart what is written. These days of tribulation and trials are wearing all of us down. It is only in knowing the truth that God is protecting his own and working things out for us that we can stand in the battle and not fear. I pray you are doing well. Keep reading your bible and let God’s word be your strength!
October 4, 2011 at 7:35 pm
Cindy French
Oh Marianne, you are right on target with this message! Just today I was reading about an interview that Max Lucado did where he was asked if he believes that we are living in the last days. He answered yes and gave his (scriptural) reasons why he believes so. Even more he has written a book and has set up a website that people can go to and tell or write of their conversion or life changing experience! I was thinking of doing that but I’m not sure I could pick just one experience of mine to detail! God has been so awesome to me in so many different ways, I am asking Him what to write, but don’t have an answer yet.
I so agree that there are so many hurting people-even in the church-and we as the hands and feet of Christ are supposed to be ministering to them. It’s happening, but in limited numbers and for our fallen world out there–all I know is that God has a plan for each life just as He did mine. He knows who will come to Him and He is calling to those even now before it is too late. My heart hurts for those who won’t accept his unfathomable gift of Jesus. but that is simply the bottom line-so many out there are going to be so surprised to be left behind. I would pray that if you are reading this comment and you aren’t sure, then get sure, be sure. I John 5:13
For those of you who know better and are, quit jerking Marianne’s chain! She is at least trying to help those you won’t-so be silent, get out of the way and let Jesus work through her
October 4, 2011 at 7:56 pm
Anonymous
Marianne, Thanks for this message.It is so very hard sometimes to go on day to day. I get so upset with myself when I wrestle with my thoughts and my guilt. We are all sinners, but to know better and still being unable to control thoughts and emotions can be frustrating. Feelings of being inadequate and unworthy of forgiveness are hard to deal with.You are wonderful to deliver God’s message of love and salvation in such a kind, loving way. Jesus is the only way and it is easy to get overwhelmed in such a dark, dying world. we just got keep our faith and keep praying and The Lord will do the rest. Thanks so much! Paula
October 4, 2011 at 8:00 pm
Linden Wolfe
Thank you, Marianne – what a powerful, poignant word of encouragement and truth! I can’t add one thing other than to say that I hope those suffering and searching cling to your words, and the Word of God, and find their peace, hope, strength, and future in Jesus. Bless you, my friend!
October 4, 2011 at 8:17 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thank you, Linden. You are a blessing to me, dear friend!
October 4, 2011 at 8:22 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Paula, I am so glad you stopped by. I know what you mean. It is hard for us all in this perishing world. When you find yourself wrestling with thoughts of guilt and condemnation, turn it over to Christ because it is not coming from him. The Holy Spirit of God convicts us and the enemy tries to condemn us. Don’t listen to his lies. Open your bible and let God’s truth guide your thinking. We are all inadequate before a holy God but by Christ’ sacrifice, we have been made into a royal family and co-heir with Christ. Never hold unforgiveness against yourself! Christ deemed your worthy enough to die for you! Because of his work at the cross, he has taken our sins and remembers them no more. For that, you must not remember them either. I will be praying for you, dear sister!
October 4, 2011 at 10:26 pm
Marianne Lordi
Glad to hear from you, Cindy! You are an example of what God can do when he has someone who will trust him even in their pain. After all of your medical issues, you keep looking for ways to honor God! My heart breaks too for those who don’t know Christ as Lord and Savior. I am burdened by those who have just a head knowledge but don’t have the power of Christ working in them. We are in ending times and the evidence is all around us. You know my heart, Cindy – I trust that God hears my prayers and is working to reach those who are lost. He has anointed us to do the work of his kingdom until he comes back for us. There is nothing in my life that means more than that!
Thanks always for your support, Cindy!
October 4, 2011 at 11:27 pm
http://www.urgencytorise.com
What a good word! I will repost on my site as well. Powerful verse.
Oh that this body of death would pass; oh that the sinful culture of America would stop; oh that the persecuted in Christ would be free; oh that Christ would come… but then I remember Amos 5:18-20 and that I would not be saved if the Lord did not tarry.
I hope you are well dear sister. I will send you an update from Arizona – where we currently live. Thinking about a couple of ideas. Please pray for us as this move has been more difficult – praise be to God that He sits on the throne and no one will ever remove Him.
In Christ and hope to talk to you more soon,
Jeremy
October 4, 2011 at 11:28 pm
Dzifa
God bless you sooooo much Marianne! your messages are very inspiring and always seem to get me thinking about how great our God is! Thanks for this! It is very true and obvious that the enemy seeks to destroy especially those who are in pain but with God on our side no weapon fashioned against us shall ever prosper! Amen!
October 4, 2011 at 11:34 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Jeremy, so nice to hear from you. You and I think so much alike. I join you in praying that our bodies of death would soon pass and that we can be face to face with our Savior! As for the sinful culture in our country, we must be on our face in prayer. It is very serious that we understand the times. God bless you, brother. Please email me with your new address in Arizona and let me know your ideas. I am still praying for you and your family.
October 4, 2011 at 11:39 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thank you so much Dzifa! No weapon has the power to prosper against a true child of God. For that reason we must stand ready to turn back the slings and arrows that the enemy throws at us. We need to get the truth out there for those who are weary and allowing the lies of the enemy to take them down. That is my prayer to just keep the message of hope alive! We have a good reason to believe that our future is secure……….. that reason is Jesus Christ!! God bless you, my friend, and stay strong in your faith.
October 5, 2011 at 3:04 am
Zakes
Marianne, I cannot believe just how many times you hit issues that I am battling with, I am so hurt and dissapointed in God and all my hurtful situations, it is so hard to even pray, tha hardest thing to go through is to loose a spouse not through death but divorce, lies, I ask that all stand gap for me and keep me in prayer as I keep asking God, How long must I endure this suffering? I feel like the Job of this century. I am always crying and hurting
October 5, 2011 at 11:19 am
Marianne Lordi
Hi Zakes, I am sorry for what you are going through. I will keep you in prayer. I know your pain. I have been there. For that reason I can tell you will all certainty that if your trust is in Christ, you will not drown in your tears. It may seem like you are and that you have no future but that is not true. In your pain, you are makng yourself weary trying to figure it all out. Keep your eyes on Christ no matter how hard it is. Open your bible and let his truth comfort you. I know it is hard to focus now but just give it a try. All I have said in this message is true. You won’t be defeated because your marriage ended for Christ is more than able to restore you to wholeness and give you a new future.
Dear friend I know you find it hard to believe what I say right now but one day you will. God’s promises will never fail you. Don’t see your future by looking at your cirumstance and pain. See your future by looking at your God! He is a very real help. He close tot he brokehearted. He is not going to fail you. Hang on, friend, you will come through this. Until then I will be praying. Please email me if you want to talk privately. You are NOT alone!
I am asking that all my friends who visit here will take a moment and pray for Zakes. Those in Christ are all part of his body. It helps to know we can join as one and pray for each other. We are all in this battle until Christ returns. God bless you all.
October 5, 2011 at 1:07 pm
Pat
Hello Marianne
Once again God has used you greatly,I can tell from your needed message and from the comments. What a word here,my heart rings with joy,this is just the medicine we need.So very many are fainting,because when the heat is on they tend to turn away from God.God is the only one who can carry us through these hard trials we’re facing today. Marianne I truly didn’t think we’d be here to see all of the things that has come upon the world,but I remember the word “When you see all of these things happening “Look Up”!!!
Love you and thanks again for all of the help.
😀 😀
October 5, 2011 at 1:14 pm
Pat
Amen Marianne,I did pray for Zakes and will keep him in prayer.
Dear Zakes you are now having what feels like a Job moment,but do also remember the Job outcome!! God will do for you beyond what you think or what you can even imagine. The heat is on right now,cry when you feel like it,God understands your pain and your anger so let it out God can handle it. “DON’T GIVE UP,GOD IS FOR YOU”!
Love you brother
October 5, 2011 at 2:13 pm
Marianne Lordi
Pat, once again I thank you for your encouraging words that comes from an amazing heart that is so dedicated to our God! I do appreciate you and the work you do. I also thank you for the good word you gave to Zakes. I took that message for myself too. It is one thing to remember all that Job had to endure but what you said is so true……remember the outcome of Job’s trial! God showed himsef to be in authority and control of all that Job endured.
Pat, you are a special friend that I pray for everyday!
October 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm
Michael
Zakes, I know EXACTLY how you feel. You are not alone. Marianne has been a blessing to me. I am still going through the pain of a pending divorce. My wife decided that she didn’t want to be married anymore. She told me she wanted to do her own thing, whatever that is.
I cannot tell you the number of times I have wept bitterly over this. Some days I still do. But this I know God is faithful. Each and every time I cry out to Him to help me because the pain is too much, He answers and comforts me. This trial has literally driven to my knees in sorrow and pain. But I remember that He said He will never leave me nor forsake me. However, what it has done is driven me closer to my heavenly Father. I have learned so much during this time of trial and testing.
Marianne is right when she says that your pain will not destroy you. It may seem like it, but it won’t. God won’t let it. He will bring us through this. Praise Him during this time. I know it’s hard but do it any way. I have learned to worship and praise Him even in the midst such extreme pain and sorrow.
If all you can do is whisper the name of Jesus. Do it. He will answer when you call. I’ve been there. I know.
I pray for my wife that God will bring her back to her senses. Right now she is being used of the enemy. But praise to God is still on my lips and in my heart.
October 5, 2011 at 6:09 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Michael, what an absolutely awesome testimony you just gave! I know your pain and I never stop praying for your situation. In fact, I thought of you as I wrote this message. I just want you to know that your faith is an inspiration to me also. I know your heart and God sees your pain. He will not let you be destroyed by this. I will keep praying for you and your wife. The enemy has blinded her and so many like her. God is with you, Michael. He will take you through it.
Stay strong, Michael. Your message says it all.
October 5, 2011 at 9:19 pm
Noel
Marianne, inspiring post! These days do seem like it is the last days. My question remains: What else can I do in order to fulfill my purpose in this life? Waiting for this life to be finally over is not the answer, although it is tempting.
October 5, 2011 at 9:23 pm
http://www.urgencytorise.com
Noel,
Prayer, holiness unto and from God, and a living of the Gospel of Jesus Christ through a real and actual style of life.
Be blessed,
Jeremy
October 5, 2011 at 9:27 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Noel, I am glad you stopped by. I know you have been having some struggles in your life and it has been hard for you. If you are in Christ, your purpose is to be his disciple and work for his kingdom. When you set your heart on the things above, you are putting the Kingdom of God above all else. Jesus said for us to seek first his kingdom and he will give us all that we need. Your struggles are working out for you a bigger plan, Noel. No matter what is happening in your life, let your heart be ready to do his calling. I mentioned before that I have a prison ministry. To be honest, I had no interest in that work. I essentially went kicking and screaming (sort of) because I didn’t think that was for me. The truth is that I have been blessd over and over again through this ministry. Now I just do what I am called to do the first time. Makes it easier. Is there a calling that you feel led to, Noel? Every believer is equipped for some ministry. God prepared in advance the work he has intended for those he called. Our jobs are to keep working until he returns. Whatever you feel led to do for Christ, do it with all of your heart. If he is working through you, you cannot fail.
That was a good response, Jeremy!
October 7, 2011 at 7:13 am
hopeful_watcher
Thank you for such an uplifting and heartfelt post. You have the compassionate spirit of Christ within you.
Satan really is hard at work tearing apart families. It is so sad.
And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall grow cold. Matthew 24:12
One comment I would like to say to dovetail with your message. When I talk to Christians, too often they talk of their struggles in worldly terms and fret about those. But our struggle should be AGAINST the flesh and not for the flesh. I ask them what do they think our saviour will actually be saving. Is it our pension funds and retirement? Is it our relationships? Is it our peace and security? Is it our very health and survival? It is no to all these things . He is saving our souls from eternal damnation.
So you elegantly put that we should not focus on the sharks or the coming storm clouds, because they can’t hurt us. I just wanted to put a finer point on that for confused and desperate Christians that they CAN physically hurt us, but it will never separate us from the love of God and our eternal reward.
October 7, 2011 at 8:46 am
hopeful_watcher
Noel, you write blog posts from your heart praising our Lord and saviour. Our actions, no matter how great or small are catalysts to put the will of God into reality. If a single post you write circumcises someone’s heart and plants the seed of the gospel, then you too are doing the will of God and there is no greater purpose in life.
Never underestimate the power of a single cast stone that is thrown with the accuracy that comes from the will of God. It will strike right between the eyes every time.
October 7, 2011 at 5:20 pm
Noel
hopeful watcher, thanks for your inspiring words! Sometimes I don’t feel I praise God when I question and complain about things in life, although I recognize that having an honest relationship with God is better than faking it. I was thinking today (which I wrote a post about some weeks ago “Is this all there is to Life?”) that I am spiritually inconsistent, and vacillating. But that is ok, I acknowledge I am not perfect and that my doubts are ways that I can seek God more. I am glad I can reflect God’s love once in a while, since it is all about Him using us, instead of us trying to do all the work with our own strengths.
October 9, 2011 at 7:26 am
Mike
I read Ps 119:116 not too long ago. “I wait for your salvation.” It is so simple but it speaks volumes. It reads easy but as we all know, it is so hard to do. The guys I work with in jail, who have so little root when they get out, have no concept of this. They don’t wait, and before long, many of them are back in jail. But we too . . . if we do not wait – if we take things into our own hands and work it out ourselves – we miss His provision and are in a sense imprisoned with our own.
October 9, 2011 at 1:47 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Mike, you are so right. If we try to work things out ourselves and apart from the ways of Christ there will be no victory. You cannot live with any success having one foot on earth and one in heaven. I tell the jail women I teach that God is not interested in setting them free from jail. He is interested in setting them free from what got them into jail!
October 9, 2011 at 1:54 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thanks for visiting hopeful watcher and for commenting. I do stand by the fact the the trials of this world cannot harm a believer but can only accomplish the will that God allows! All of our days were numbered before one of them came to be. And the path of the righteous is guided by the hand of God. As David put it in Psalm 23, “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil”.
October 9, 2011 at 3:15 pm
hopeful_watcher
Every disciple except for john was killed at the hands of enemies for doing the will of God. This biblical fact is inconsequential for greater is their reward in heaven for remaining faithful to the end. The fact that Christianity is so wide spread has everything to do with the sacrifice of these early disciples spreading the gospel of the ultimate sacrifice of the lamb. This is the will of God. Faithfully serving the Lord’s will regardless of our tribulations is the basis of Holy Righteousness. Psalm 23: http://sites.google.com/site/woetous/the-true-call-of-the-church-psalm-23
I am not trying to be negative. I seek to be truthful, no matter how hard it is to say and hear. I hope you receive this in the spirit it is intended.
October 9, 2011 at 4:50 pm
Mike
“I tell the jail women I teach that God is not interested in setting them free from jail. He is interested in setting them free from what got them into jail!”
I will credit you with the comment. Too good to not use.
October 9, 2011 at 9:18 pm
Linden Wolfe
Dear Hopeful_watcher!
I agree. There is no separating our suffering from our following of the Suffering Servant, Jesus. There are too many Scriptures to name that indicate this (but a good reading of John 13-17 should do). However, joy is promised as well and that, along with Jesus, is what we cling to and not anything of this world or our circumstances. I have written volumes on this truth.
One correction – the Bible does NOT indicate that all the disciples other than John died a martyr’s death. Yes, Jesus predicted Peter’s death but the Scriptures do NOT give details of the disciples’ passing (the Bible does give specifics about John the Baptist’s martyrdom but he wasn’t one of the 12). Although I believe that the other 11 did die as martyrs, we get this belief from church tradition/history and not the Scriptures – a common fallacy among many.
I appreciate your thoughts and the link.
In Christ,
Linden
October 10, 2011 at 3:59 pm
Aisa
Hi Marianne~
I have just started reading your blog and I want to thank you for your encouraging words and insight. I seem to read your blog just at the right time for encouragement and to be reminded of God’s promises. So thankful that God is using you as a wonderful tool to serve so many people.
In Christ
Aisa
October 10, 2011 at 4:10 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Aisa, I am so glad that God has given you the encouragement you need through this blog. We all need to be reminded of God’s promises in the midst of our trials. Just remember that he is in the center of every storm you face and he is working it all out to be used for your good. As hard as it seems, you can take peace and rest knowing that Christ is getting you ready for an eternal life of joy with him. Keep his word in your heart so that when you start feeling weary, you can remember God’s promise to take you through them all. God bless you, dear friend!
October 10, 2011 at 7:25 pm
Juliet Perrault
Dear Marianne, I have good news to share. After the news of my job loss a few weeks ago, God blessed me with a job last week Friday. The timing was too perfect for it NOT to be God. Last Friday was my last day. I’d packed up my desk and turned in my office equipment. Then I packed up my desk files and had taken them to my boss’s office. I went back upstairs one last time to pick up my purse and head to the unemployment office when the phone rang. I was asked to come interview for a position that had literally just opened. An hour later I had a job and a small raise. The job runs until the end of the year and then goes permanent in 2012. I wanted to share this with you Marianne to say thank you for your persistent prayers and reminders of God’s goodness. As a friend of mine recently reminded me “The world is not fair, but God is good”. I believe that He is. JAP
October 10, 2011 at 7:48 pm
Marianne Lordi
Dearest Juliette! You have made my day. Yes you are so right to say that God is fair and he is so faithful. I kept praying for you, my sister. I know how much you have been through and I also knew that God has equipped you with beauty and brains. With that in mind, continue to seek God’s kingdom above all else. He will take care of everything else. He knows what is good for you and who he wants in your life. You never have to settle for less than the best that God has planned for your life. And you never ever have to settle for man who will not totally love you as the gift from God that you are. He knows what you desire. Wait on him.
October 12, 2011 at 11:35 pm
pbus1
Hi Marianne. We do grow weary sometimes, as we go through trial after trial, and test after test! I thought about the Scripture, Galatians 6:9, that tells us not to grow weary in well doing, because in DUE season we shall reap if we faint not. While we are going through the storms of life, we must not forget about the FIFTH season, DUE season! It is in DUE season, that we shall reap a harvest of blessings! We are going to receive a reward in God’s own time, eternal life. The Bible tells us, he that endureth until the end, the same shall be saved! The wonderful thing about God, is that while we are going through the tests, the trials, and the storms of life, just like God was in the fiery furnace with the Hebrew boys, He is right there in the storms of life with us! He will never leave us, nor forsake us! So let us hold on, and hold out until the end! Let’s look forward to the fifth season, DUE season! Praise God! Marianne, you have stirred up something in my soul! Glory to God! I’m encouraged to walk with Jesus, yes I am! Thank you so much for delivering this rhema word! Be encouraged! I know you will continue to allow God to use you as an oracle, the mouthpiece of God! God bless you! Paulette
October 13, 2011 at 10:05 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Paulette, I thank you for your encouraging words and for being such a great friend. What you said is exactly what I say in all of my messages and that is that no matter what trial or storm you face, your God will always be there in the midst of it all and working it out for your good and to take you closer to him. It is always in his timing that things are worked out but he is never late.
Thank you for your friendship, Paulette, and for also bringing the truth of Christ’ love to so many with your messages!
October 16, 2011 at 6:58 pm
Noel
Everybody, I need prayer so that God is somehow manifested in my life. At work, I am worrying that a client will sue me or the company. I am also encountering my wife’s surgery in two weeks. My aging parents and handicap brother are additional concerns. I am asking for prayer from those of you who still have faith….. Thank you.
October 16, 2011 at 8:14 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Noel, I will be adding to each night in prayer for God to give you his peace as he works all things out for you. It sounds like you are overwhelmed at this time with many concerns. I am praying God’s protection on your and your family. I also pray that God will provide for your needs. I know how tough it has been for you. My heart is with you, Noel. I will keep praying. Let us all know how you are doing.
I hope that any who visit here will be led to lift Noel and his family up in prayer. God bless you all.
October 17, 2011 at 8:23 am
hopeful_watcher
Noel, I am stopping what o am doing and praying for you right now. 9:21 e.s.t. your words touch my heart, it is my desire that my plea to the Lord on your behalf is heard. peace
October 17, 2011 at 7:41 pm
Noel
Thank you, Marianne and Hopeful Watcher. I believe this will work out as well, somehow. God bless you.
October 26, 2011 at 5:19 pm
Minister Aiken
Marianne,
Oh what a surprise to have seen your comment on my blog today. I shouted for Joy and gave God thanks to God for you and your obedience to him in encouraging me to continue on by way of your your Spirit in which your comment was written. In looking at your blog site, I know without a doubt that God is orchestrating this site. There is such great peace in your writing. I have read your comments responses and I know that God has appointed you and I for such a time as this. People everywhere are hurting and need to know that God loves them and He will never leave them nor forsake them, but He is with them always, even unto the end. I do love your site and know that God will continue to bless and prosper you for your faithfulness to Him and His people. Let God continue to use to to work in His vineyard. The harvest is truly plentiful and the laborers are few. Your messages proves that you are truly “chosen of God!”
Thanks again for your post on my blog. GOD BLESS AND TELL THE LORD THANK YOU! Debra Aiken
October 26, 2011 at 11:28 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thank you, Debra, for your kind words and encouragement. I have to say that I truly enjoyed your site very much and have put it on my blogroll. You speak the truth without compromise. Keep up the good kingdom work. It is making a difference! You have blessed my day.
October 27, 2011 at 7:06 am
Minister Aiken
Good Morning Marianne.
This is the day that the Lord has made and we will rejoice and be glad in it.
Keep trusting, keep beliving and know without a doubt that you too are making a difference in tearing down the devil’s kingdom. Your Sister in Christ! Debra
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October 29, 2011 at 1:14 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne,
Still viewing your site and enjoying your words of wisdom and love.
God Bless and tell the Lord thank you!
Debra
October 30, 2011 at 10:52 am
Marianne Lordi
Hi Debra,
I’m so glad that you are visiting. I think God has brought us together as friends for a purpose! Love you, dear sister!
October 31, 2011 at 6:04 am
Zainab
Dear Marianne, be blessed for this message of encouragement. Here, I always find a message that changes my mood from that of despair to hope instantly and I’m so thankful to you. I have personally battled every battle you can imagine. The last few months of my life have been especially trying. I have received so many bad and discouraging news, it’s like I pray for an outcome and the opposite happens. I have been on the verse of collapse emotionally but by God’s grace, I have received revelation that God’s word and promises is where I’ll find nourishment for my dry and weak bones and strength to hold on for another day. Every time I’m hit with distressing news, I just increase the volume button on my praise and worship music, collapse on my knees and say ”thank you Father God that you will never permit me to be tried beyond my ability to endure. By your grace, it is well”. I find great comfort in comparing my trying times to a woman in Labor. I know that the more painful the trials, the closer I’m to the manifestation of God’s promises to me. I have become such a strong willed person through the difficulties I have endured and my faith is multiplied with every trial. I like telling myself that because I have committed all to my God, the faithful God will have the last say in every situation I face…so I look up to heaven and say, ”I’m waiting on you Father, thank you for multiplying my strength while I wait.”.
Once again Marianne, may you and yours be blessed for your services to the Lord. May God be with you and yours always.
Zainab
October 31, 2011 at 2:21 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Zainab, I am so glad to hear from you again. I know that you have been facing much discouragement in the past months but Christ is still at the center of it all and he is working it all out for his purpose and for your good. It is tough on you right now, but your faith, which is worth more than gold, is being refined and is shown to be genuine. You will be rewarded for trusting in this time of pain. God bless you, my friend, for you are an inspiration to me! Your struggles are in his hand and he will carry the burdens for you. Your pain is working out a far greater good. It is so awesome to see a believer walking in faith with eyes upon God instead of their circumstance.
I will continue to pray for you, my friend. I thank you for stopping and sharing your faith with us all Please know that I am here for you anytime. You can email me when you need extra prayers! You are in my heart!
October 31, 2011 at 9:33 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne,
Yes, I too believe that God has caused our paths to cross. He makes no mistakes. Everything happens at His appointed time in our life. There is greatness in store for us Marianne. I truly believe that eyes have not seen, including our eyes, nor have ears heard about the thing that God has in store for them that love Him, you and I. Keep looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. God bless and tell the Lord thank you!
Your sister in Christ, Debra.
November 1, 2011 at 1:47 pm
Michael
Hi everyone!
First of all I would like to give glory and praise to God almighty. He brought my wife home. Next I want to thank Marianne for her prayers and support in one the most if not the most trying time of my life.
For the rest of you I say this, TRUST GOD. Refuse to listen to the lies of the enemy, take God at His word. DO NOT GIVE AN INCH TO THE EVIL ONE!
I know that this is not easy. I know that there are days when all you can do is weep. The pain of what I went through is still very fresh. But God is merciful I do not have one iota of bitterness toward my wife. This is His doing and His alone.
Brothers and sisters take God at His word. He will keep His promises. He has not left you. He knows exactly where you are and what you are going through. This is the time to cry out to Him. Tell Him how much it hurts, tell Him how badly your spouse is making you feel. Pray that He will bring him/her back to their senses.
My wife walked away, told me she no longer loved me, served me with divorce papers two weeks after she left, we went through mediation to at the cost of $160 per hour in order to avoid the expense and hassle of a trial.
Marianne will tell you how much I hurt. I remember her emails about how she was crying out to God for me. I knew God could restore our marriage. But my wife did not want to come back. God will not force any of us to do what is right. But, He knows exactly what needs to be done.
The mediation was on a Monday. On Thursday of the same week my wife went to our pastor’s home wanting to come home and be reconciled to her husband.
Now obviously there are a lot of details I left out. My point is TRUST GOD to do what He said He will do. No matter what you feel trust Him. God is in control of everything. It says so in Psalms 103:19.
The enemy has already been defeated. It is up to us to fight the fight of faith. To stand on God promises no matter what. No need to fight the enemy again. Jesus has already won that battle for you.
November 1, 2011 at 9:27 pm
Marianne Lordi
God bless you, Michael! I still keep you and your wife in prayer. I know how hard it was for you when you were going through the pain of a separation. My heart was with you and I did cry out prayers for you. I didn’t cry because I doubted that God was going to help you. My tears were for the pain you were enduring as we all do in this dark, perishing world. I am so thrilled that you both are together and I can only hope that with Christ at the center of your marriage, it will be even better than before.
One thing I must tell you. All through our emails and prayers, I was always so amazed to see how you stood in the gap for your wife. You were willing to love her no matter how much she hurt you.You were willing to trust God no matter what happened. You were a witness to me about how love never keeps a record of wrongs. May God keep blessing you, Michael, and your family. Keep your eyes on Christ, my brother. He is never going to fail you!
November 2, 2011 at 10:02 pm
concernedx2
Those are encouraging words of comfort and assurance that apply to each and every christian upon this planet. If there is one among us who doesn’t feel the pressing hand of Satan coming against us, that one is under more threat than all others for it demonstrates a position in life separate from Jesus and his Elect. It is the many blessings upon us that identify us as joint heirs with Christ in the eyes of men but it is our scars and wounds that mark us as soldiers in the eyes of Jesus.
November 2, 2011 at 10:37 pm
Marianne Lordi
That is so true, Rev. York. It is our scars and wounds that show that we belong to the army of Christ. It is by our faith in action that we keep our eyes on the kingdom to come and not be led by this perishing world. We are shown to be different and apart from the lost as the light of Christ shines brightly through our battle scarred flesh. My only thought through it all is how blessed I am to that Christ revealed himself to me!
In the battles we face as believers, there are some who never back down from the truth no matter what it may cost. You are one such believer, Rev. York, and I am grateful we are friends.
November 4, 2011 at 2:37 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne,
I hope your weekend is blessed and prosperous. May God’s lighthouse from Heaven continue to shine upon you and your ministry.
GOD BLESS AND TELL THE LORD THANK YOU! Debra
November 4, 2011 at 6:25 pm
Marianne Lordi
I thank the Lord that he made us friends, Debra!!
November 5, 2011 at 2:05 pm
Minister Aiken
AMEN! It is indeed the Lord’s doing and it’s marvelous in our eyes.
Christ will make the connection. Geographic is not an issue with the Lord. He is the Sovereign God! Divine Providence.
GOD BLESS AND TELL THE LORD THANK YOU!!!
November 5, 2011 at 6:17 pm
Lisa
Hi Marianne. this was my first visit to your site. Currently I am going through a painful divorce with my husband of four years. We have two small children three and one and I have been struggling imensly because my husband has not only walked away from our family but has walked toward an evil deceitful lifestyle that gives him momentary satisfaction. He has turned away from God and also from me and when he does see his children he is bringing them around people and places that are wildly innappropriate for them. I am so hurt by him and my heart is breaking for his soul. I have prayed and prayed for him and hoped that we would be able to mend this break but he seems to be taking more steps to defend and participate in ‘wrong’ behavior every day. He is becoming arrogant and mean, hard hearted and cold towards me. I love him deeply but I know there is nothing more I can do. I am trying to put it all in Gods hands but I just feel so confused. I am 24 yrs old and just three years ago I watched as my mother went through chemotherapy and radiation treatment and I thought I would lose her. At that same time I had become a new mother and was losing one fo the closest people to me. My mom has become a walking miricle as she has survived the cancer and I am just feeling kind of bitter that now I am and have lost my husband as well. He was really my first boyfriend we have been together for nearly seven years. We started dating at the end of high school. He used to go to church and bible studies with me and for a while I thought he was really doing well…he had previously come from a troubled back ground….needless to say myself as well as my family have surrounded him thoughout this time trying to help him in so many ways and I soo deeply hurt taht he has turned on everyone and broken not just his relationship with me but with nearly every person who he has been close to for the last seven years.
I so appreciate your message….I was looking for some type of comfort and this came up in google. thanks for writing this I feel a little better about my situation. Its also nice to read other christians who feel the same way I do about the end of days. Thanks so much…please keep writing your post has really made a difference for me.
Lisa
November 6, 2011 at 12:22 am
Marianne Lordi
Hi Lisa, first of all, let me say how sorry I am for the pain you are going through. As I wrote in my message, the enemy has convinced people that their marriage vows mean nothing. The Hollywood lie has infiltrated this whole world. It is the marry one day and divorce the next without a backward glance. They have forgotten how to blush! We are living in dark days of evil.
I will be praying for you. I know you have been hurt much. Your husband is deceived! He is buying into the ways of the lost and he himself is on a path of destruction. I don’t know what the outcome will be but I will be praying. In the middle of this divorce situation, God is still able to bring you to higher ground. His will for your life cannot be stopped just because your husband wants out. God can fulfill the purpose he set into place long before you were born. It is comforting to know that it does not depend on our strength or our circumstance for God to give us victory and a future with hope. He saw what you would be enduring, Lisa, and he planned a way through it. He can and he will heal your broken heart and restore you to wholeness. It may seem tough right now, but God will always be bigger than the storms your face.
Lisa, just keep praying for your husband. Read your bible every single day and let God’s truth be your defense against the schemes of the devil. Fill up your mind on the unshakable promises of God that will never fail you. When you feel weary, rest in Christ. You do that by turning it all over to him and leaving it there. When you have done all you can do, you just trust and be still. He will fight this battle. I know those all sound like just nice words but they are so much more than that. I have been in a similar situation and I saw the power of God save me from drowing in my own tears. I witnessed his strength to take me through even when I thought I had no future in my life. I know what he did for me and I am sure that he will do the same for you!
I want you to know that I am here for you. Please email me when you want to talk privately. My heart is with you, my sister. I can only assure you that one day you will see that you will not be destroyed by your pain and that God can even use this for your good. As hard as it seem to believe, that is the truth.
Be strong, my friend, and write to me anytime. I will be praying.
November 6, 2011 at 2:37 pm
Michael
Hi Lisa,
I read our post and I am here to tell you that nothing is impossible for God. Marianne and I have become good friends because of the pain we have both endured by the hand of our spouses. I emailed her for months. She prayed for me and lifted me up before our Heavenly Father. He heard our cries and our prayers. He will hear yours.
I know exactly how you feel. The pain, agony and misery. I don’t have to imagine how you feel. I know. I have to say this was probably the most painful time in my life. Know this ALL things work together for good to them that love God and are called according to his purpose. – Romans 8:28.
This may be hard right now, but I urge you to start praising God and thanking Him for bringing your husband back to his senses. In the midst of your tears praise Him. You may not see it now but, He will make some wonderful changes in your life. He will use this awful time in your life to bring glory to Himself. That is our purpose on this earth to bring glory, praise and honor to Him. Right now the enemy is using your husband to hurt you just as he used my wife to cause me heartache and pain.
DO NOT give in to his lies. Refuse to give in to his deceptions. You are more than a conqueror in Christ Jesus! This battle was fought for you before the foundation of the world. You have already won! Jesus defeated the enemy and made a show of it openly! That means every devil and every angel in heaven knows that satan is defeated.
Refuse to let the enemy take your family, don’t let him steal your joy. For the joy of the Lord is your strength. Pray for your husband continually. Don’t pursue him. Pray for him. Let our mighty God bring him back to you. I know what I am talking about. God can get past his stubborn will. My wife was just as obstinate, unfeeling, cold, and hard hearted. But He brought her home!
She did not come back reluctantly or kicking and screaming. She returned willingly and with a repentant heart. God had been working on her since the day she left.
God won’t make him come back to you. He will not force anyone to do what is right. But believe me when I tell you He knows exactly what to do. TRUST HIM. No matter how you feel TRUST HIM. No matter what anyone else says to you that is contrary to His word TRUST HIM. This is extremely important. Do not let your circumstances cause your faith to waver.
God wants you to do this. He knows where you are. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Hold on to His promises for all that you are worth. Refuse to let go. No matter what the enemy throws at you stand on the word of God!!
I promise you that He will bring you through this. I can’t tell you how or when, but trust me He will. He did for me He will do it for you. I will be praying for you. Your brother in Christ, Michael.
November 6, 2011 at 8:51 pm
Anonymous
Michael, I’m so happy for you and your wife. I will continue to pray for you both as you continue down the road of reconciling and healing together. This does give me hope, although I can’t see my husband returning but I do continue to pray for him, for myself, my children and whatever God’s will is. I never thought my heart would hurt like this, the pain at times is unberable.
Thank You so much for refering me to this site. God Bless. ced in louisiana
November 7, 2011 at 1:55 pm
Michael
Hi Anonymous,
I thank God that you came for a visit. You will find encouragement, love, prayers, and most of all the acceptance, forgiveness, love, and help of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
I would like to offer you some hope if I may. Although you can’t see your husband coming back God can. Now it may be that he continues down this path and the two of you divorce. Remember this God HATES divorce.
So it is not His will that you and your husband end the marriage this way. It is your husband’s will. God will not force him to do what is right. He could if He wanted to, but he won’t. What God will do is exactly what needs to be done to bring him back to his family and his senses. If your husband refuses He is disobeying God and that is not a good idea at any time for any reason.
Don’t think for one second God doesn’t know how to deal with a stubborn will. I truly understand the pain you are going through. It hurts me to know that someone else is suffering the way I did.
But know this God is right there with you. He said he will never leave you or forsake you. When you hurt so bad it drives you to your knees cry out to God. Tell Him that it hurts. He already knows. Whatever you do don’t give in to the lies of the enemy. While you weep praise God. It may be hard but lift up your hands and give Him praise. Let Him know that you will trust Him no matter what. Tell Him that you want your husband to come home and be the man he should be.
Refuse to give in to doubt and unbelief. Focus on Him instead of what is going on. My sister I know that this is not going to be easy, but God will see you through this I promise. Even if your husband doesn’t come back. But know this God will bring you on the other side of this in a place you never thought you’d be. Do it His way, wait on His timing, and I promise you that you will worshiping Him and giving Him glory in the midst of all of this.
This road that you are on is a hellish one indeed. The enemy will use this time in your life to try and make you lose hope. Don’t do it! The 23rd Psalm promises us that He will be us as we walk through the valley. You are not alone. Marianne obeyed God and started this blog because of her own pain to help others. I remember the day I found this blog. I knew then it was no accident.
So you have her to lean on and all the other brothers and sisters in Christ that visit here will pray for you and your family. I wish I could tell you when the pain would stop or just let up. I can’t, but what I can tell you is that God is bottling up all your tears and he feels your pain. I look forward to the day when you come back here and tell us the great things that God has done!
Stay strong sister! Whether you know it or not you’ve already won!
November 8, 2011 at 1:13 am
Daniel
Hi Mariane, I am absolutely appreciate your word, the word are teaching an encouragement. Thanks an God bless more.
I pray by this encouragement my addmission iz granted from God. Amen.
November 8, 2011 at 2:21 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Daniel, I am glad that you were encouraged here. I do not quite understand what you mean by saying that your admission is granted from God? When you belong to Christ, whatever your need is, he is there to help you. It takes knowing Christ as Lord and Savior for you to be made a new creation. If you have any questions concerning this subject, please feel free to email me with your concerns. I will be praying for you, Daniel.
November 10, 2011 at 10:12 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne,
Oh, when I think of the goodness of Jesus and all He has and is doing, my soul cries out in praise and thanksgiving to our God Almighty. When the going gets tough and the road seems rough, I will life up mine eyes unto the hills from whence cometh my help; my help cometh from the Lord. What can separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus? Nothing! Not sickness, death, persecution, nakedness, peril sword or any other thing shall be able to separate us from the Love of God. Yet, in all these things we are more than a conqueror through Him who love us. Greater is He that is in us than he that is in the world. With God, we are the majority! The battle has been fought and the victory has been won. Christ paid the penalty to be king at Calvary. All power in heaven and earth has been given unto him.
When the going gets tough, the tough gets going! Life up your head O ye gates and be ye lifted up for the King of Glory has come in!
Our present sufferings are not worthy to be compared to the glory that shall be revealed in us when Christ retuns, for we shall be changed in the twinkling of an eye.
Our enemy is already defeated. How do we know that? We know it because we are still here. His goals is to kill, steal and destroy, but Christ came that we may have life and have it more abundantly.
God is our refuge, our very present help in trouble. The blessings of the Lord maketh rich and addeth no sorrow.
i LOVE YOU MY SISTER!
GOD BLESS AND TELL THE LORD THANK YOU.
http://WWW.TELLGODTHANKYOU.WORDPRESS.COM
DEBRA
November 11, 2011 at 12:28 am
Marianne Lordi
Well said, Debra. The truth of God is the answer to all of our struggles!
November 12, 2011 at 7:28 am
Sharon
Thank you for your article on holding on to God’s promises. My brother is battling inoperable lung cancer and was diagnosed yesterday with liver cancer. 17 years ago God made a promise to my brother that his sickness would not end in death. All through my brothers suffering we have held strong to God’s promise and are standing on His word. It looks really bleak now but I know that men’s witness is not greater than God’s witness. My brother is a believer and he’s a fighter. Most of all he loves God with all his heart and soul and has maintained peace and a cheery contenence through it all. He has shown us all how to stay strong and hold on. Thank you again for your article it’s exactly the confirmation I needed this morning.
November 12, 2011 at 4:09 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Sharon, first of all I want to say that I will be keeping your brother in prayer. We do serve a God who can heal us with a word. I don’t know what the outcome will be for your brother but I know that if he belongs to Christ, what isw good and perfect will be done. I have seen people with stage 4 cancers and a diagnosis of 3 months to live be healed and cancer free. I have also prayed for others who God chose to take home with him instead. I don’t understand God’s ways but I know that they are good.
In the book of Acts, we read about the martyr of the disciple Stephen. Stephen was a man who trusted in God. As he was being attacked, Stephen looked up and said with joy that he saw the Son of Man standing at the right hand of the Father! That angered the people and they stoned him. Everywhere in Scripture, we read that Jesus sits at the right hand of the Father. Stephen saw him standing! Why was that? I believe that Jesus was getting ready to welcome him home. As he was being stoned to death, Stephen’s face shone like an angel. The truth is that Christ could have prevented Stephen from dying. Instead, he chose to let Stephen see him first before he brought him home. Stephen did not die scared. With all my heart, I truly believe that true believers will not die scared either. I don’t care how you are tortured or killed, the strength of Christ will fill you and give you peace no matter what happens. Death has no power over us except to release us to live with Christ in a kingdom of glory which will never end! We can’t lose!
Sharon, I will be praying for your brother to be healed. But I also will pray that whatever God’s will is, that your brother and your family will have an unsurpassing peace knowing that Christ himself is directing the plan for his life. The cancer has no power over your brother. God always has the last word. My heart is with you and I will be praying.
November 12, 2011 at 9:06 pm
Sana Johnson-Quijada MD
someone told me the other day that they were mad at God. I said that it is ok cuz God isn’t going to take it personally. He isn’t threatened by our up and down considerations like w r w each other. keep on.
November 12, 2011 at 11:48 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Sana, thank you for stopping by. We are all weak and there are times we may have felt mad at God. The bible tells us, “Who has ever given to God that God should repay him?” The truth is that God has given us every good thing we have -including the breath in our lungs to live. That is why it is sad when we feel that God owes us something more and get mad when he doesn’t do for us as we want. God alone sees the beginning of our lives and the end. Therefore we should understand that he knows more than we do about what is good. There are a lot of times that I truly do not understand why God allows things to happen. It goes against what I reason to be good. However, our reasoning is finite. God has infinite knowledge. For that, I no longer get “mad” at God because his ways are higher and better and I have learned to trust him even when it doesn’t make sense to me.
God bless you, my friend, and please stop back.
November 17, 2011 at 2:12 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne,
I hope and pray that this day find you full of life, peace, joy,love and most of all understanding. I pray the peace of God over your life and all your viewers.
God is truly using you as an example in this decaying world. You are truly that light that sits upon a hill. You shine so bright and others can not help but see it.
November 17, 2011 at 2:14 pm
Minister Aiken
Continue to let your light so shine before men so that you Father in Heaven will receive the glory.
I love you and God bless my sister.
TELL THE LORD THANK YOU!
Debra
November 17, 2011 at 5:53 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Debra,
I truly appreciate your friendship. You are indeed annointed in the messages you give. So glad God made us friends!! Thank you, Lord!
November 19, 2011 at 6:32 pm
S
This was very timely for me. Thank you. I have been drowning in regret and anxiety and fear for 2 months, and have considered that I may have committed a sin so terrible and destructive to my family and friends, that I may have lost my salvation. My prayer now is for restored confidence that He does hear my cries, He still desires to deliver and restore me, but mostly that He would hold my family close and protect their hearts and lives.
November 19, 2011 at 10:44 pm
Marianne Lordi
S, Please be assured that God does hear your cry. You did not lose your salvation. It was by the power of Christ that you eyes were open to the truth, and he knows how to keep you with him. If you have fallen in some area, surrender it to God who is willing to forgive you no matter what . Wherever you are in your walk, Christ can lift you above your weakness. I will be praying for you, my friend. Don’t listen to the lies of the enemy who wants to convince you that you have no hope. You always have hope with Jesus! Keep your eyes on him alone. Read your bible each day to keep the truth in your heart. The grace of God knows no bounds and he can and will help you. I am praying. Please email me if you want to talk. I am here for you.
November 19, 2011 at 10:59 pm
S
Thank you so much, you don’t know how much that means. I don’t see how to email you, but would enjoy doing so. Thanks again.
S
November 19, 2011 at 11:05 pm
Marianne Lordi
You can email me at: lordi.marianne7@gmail.com
November 24, 2011 at 4:32 pm
Minister Aiken
HAPPY THANKSGIVING MY SISTER, MARIANNE.
I KNOW WITHOUT A DOUBT THAT YOUR DAY IS BLESSED AND FILLED WITH LOVE BECAUSE I KNOW THE PEACE OF GOD RESTS WITHIN YOU.
I LOVE YA AND GOD BLESS!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING.
YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST, DEBRA
TELL THE LORD THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 24, 2011 at 9:04 pm
Marianne Lordi
I love you too, Debra. I am so glad that God brought me to your site!
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January 30, 2012 at 3:17 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne,
Just checking in! I know the Lord is still blessing your life. Our present sufferings are not worthy to be compared to the Glory that SHALL be revealed in us when CHRIST returns.
You are truly loved and blessed of the Lord.
I love ya girlie.
YES, IN SPITE OF, WE BOTH MUST TELL THE LORD THANK YOU. IT IS HE THAT HAS MADE US AND NOT WE OURSELVES. HE IS OUR KEEPER AND SHELTER IN THE TIME OF STORM. HE IS A STRONG TOWER!!!
LOVE YA.
Debra
January 30, 2012 at 6:18 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Debra, I love ya too, dear friend! Please keep praying for me. This battle I face is strong. I need to trust my God to get me through it. I thank you for all of your prayers and encouragament!!
February 6, 2012 at 5:52 am
Rob Bohning
Marianne.. this entire post was beautifully said.. thank you.
Rob
February 6, 2012 at 11:40 am
Marianne Lordi
Hi Rob, thank you for your kind words. I have you so much in prayer and I am seeking other prayer warriors to join me in fighting with you! I will be writing my article this week. I want everyone to see how true faith is unmoveable no matter what the circumstance. Rest in God’s peace! He is going to bring you through this!
March 2, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Minister Aiken
Just checking in on ya.
May the peace of God that surpass all understanding overtake you today in the name of Jesus!
God bless and do remember to tell the Lord thank you!
Love ya.
Debra
March 2, 2012 at 10:58 pm
Marianne Lordi
I appreciate your encouragement, Debra. And I thank you for caring!
March 19, 2012 at 8:23 pm
Minister Aiken
Just checking in Marianne.
Just making sure you are aware with assurance that God has not forgotten you. Your blessing is on the other side of through. Take a shout break right there!
God bless and I love ya.
Debra
March 19, 2012 at 8:31 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thank you for that reminder. My blessing is on the other side of through! I love that. My sister, it is hard for me right now but I am not giving up. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed but than I focus on the hope that Christ has given me. You are a wonderful blessing to me, Debra. I only pray that God will bless you greatly for the love that you make me feel.
March 19, 2012 at 8:50 pm
Minister Aiken
Marianne,
I was blessed by God through you when our paths crossed! No doubt about it! You are truly a warrior on the battlefield for the Lord! Greater works shall you do Marianne.
Your best is yet to come! Hold on, Help is on the way!!
I love you my sister.
Debra
March 31, 2012 at 10:56 am
Jay
Hello Marianne,
Thank you so much, your blog is truly amazing!
It gives me hope that everything will be alright in the end.
Thank you!
March 31, 2012 at 11:05 am
Marianne Lordi
Hi Jay, I am so glad God brought you here. If your trust is in Christ, then without a doubt everything WILL be alright. All things are being worked out for your good despite how they seem right now. Nothing is impossible for God and he alone knows the plans and the future that he has for you, dear friend. There is not trouble or trial that can stop his perfect will for your life. Don’t look at your problem, look at your God. He is with you right now. You don’t have to feel him or see him to know by faith and his word that he is not going to leave you and that he has the power to work it all out. I will be praying for you. You are always welcome here! And remember, you are not alone no matter what happens.
April 1, 2012 at 8:30 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne,
Just checking in. Pray all is well.
GOD BLESS AND I LOVE YA.
DEBRA
May 8, 2012 at 10:55 pm
Nora
Marianne, thank you so much for your posts. I am gleaning so much strength from them. Like many others here, I also had a relationship turn upside down. In a nutshell, I was engaged to a man that I thought was wonderful (seemed to love the Lord, had been a pastor, very loving, etc, etc) and 2 weeks before we were to be married, he called me in the middle of the night and broke up with me!!! We were planning on moving out of state, I had already quit my job, put my house up for sale, etc. My 5 year old daughter (whom I adopted out of the foster care system) was already calling him “Daddy” so it’s just been a horribly devastating blow. I’ve never been in so much pain and the spiritual warfare I’ve gone through since it happened as been beyond profound. I’ve had many tragedies in my life (brother murdered, both parents died unexpectedly by the time I was 29, the love of my life committed suicide, etc), but nothing has ever affected me like this. If it weren’t for my relationship with the Lord and my absolute belief that HE IS IN CONTROL, I truly don’t think I would have survived it. I don’t know how people live without the Lord. Even with all that said, I have suffered tremendously since it happened. I am truly, truly thankful for people like you who take your time, energy, and love to encourage so many. Whatever you’re going through I pray that God would encourage you and I know (as you obviously do too) that He will bring you through it unscathed on the other side. I’m so thankful too for people like Michael who have shared his story too. Wow – talk about God turning a situation around! Nothing is impossible for Him. May we all soon have praise reports to share about God’s amazing redemption. BE BLESSED!!!!
Nora
May 9, 2012 at 1:14 am
Marianne Lordi
Hi Nora, You sure have been through much in your life. It is a testament to your faith that you still keep trusting God despite all you have been through! I have been through much also. Yet when I look back at all the painful trials I endured, I can see that my God was with me and that through it all, he was able to strengthen me and show me his power. We are living in dark times and it is getting worse. The truth is that God will always guide and protect those who are his.
My sister, you are an encouragement to me. If you would like to talk privately, please feel free to email me: lordi.marianne7@gmail.com God is our strength and an ever present help in trouble. That is our power! God bless you!
May 9, 2012 at 10:36 am
Nora
Hi Marianne, thank you for your encouragement. I sent you a private email. Be blessed today and always!
July 24, 2012 at 4:11 pm
Asanda Gebhuza
Thank you for the spirit lifting words, everyday when I am down your words of wisdom lifts me up so that I can fight again the fight of faith, God bless you in Jesus name
October 8, 2012 at 3:26 pm
Marianne Lordi
May God keep you in peace, Asanda. I am praying for you.
October 9, 2012 at 6:59 am
Asanda Gebhuza
Thank you so much Marianne, may the Lord keep you and bless you for generations to come You have made me to love Jesus more.
October 9, 2012 at 1:24 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi again, Asanda, it is the power of God’s words written here that draw you to him and give you peace. You are feeling HIS love for you and you are responding back in love. Good for you, my friend! I will keep praying for you.
March 21, 2013 at 10:57 am
Bryan O'Meally
Thank you so much for sharing this powerful message. This is what my spirit needed to hear to strengthen me and allow me to stand firm and trust in the Lord during my trials and tribulations. I was laid off from my job this past December. Since then, I’ve been going on a lot of interviews, but still haven’t received an offer yet. It’s so tough when I have school loans to pay back and now my car isn’t working. It feels like my world is falling apart all at once. The perfect analogy would be that I’m swimming in a sea of trouble and I see a storm approaching, while sharks are surrounding me, ready to consume me. I am 25 and trying to put myself in a position to be successful and provide a better life for myself, but it seems like nothing is going my way; at times it’s very disheartening and frustrating. I’ve been steadfast in my prayers, but it still seem like nothing has change for the better. However, no matter how hard or difficult the circumstances in my life get, I will always praise the Lord and be thankful, because even in my struggles I’m still blessed. I thank you for you power blog ministry and ask that you keep me in your prayers 🙂
March 21, 2013 at 12:07 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Bryan,
I am so glad that God brought you here and gave you a message of hope. My brother, your faith has encouraged me. I know you are struggling and the uncertainty of your situation can make you anxious. But we who are in Christ know without a doubt that even when it seems like nothing is happening to help our situation, we trust in the truth that Christ is INDEED working all things out for us even now! We learn in Scripture that when God had his people wait on an answer, the wait was part of the answer! He is not just taking his time for nothing. He is working out a bigger purpose in your life! Bryan, he will not only take you through this problem, but he will bless you and make you stronger for having endured it. Your faith is being refined. You have shown me that you truly trust God even when you can’t understand his purpose. Good for you, my friend! You will have a better life and the position that God arranges for you will be better than anything you could have gotten for yourself.
I will keep praying for you, Bryan. Please email me and let me know how you are doing at lordi.marianne7@gmail.com. Jesus died to pay the price for you to have victory in everything. You have reason to hope becaise Christ is with you and he is more than able to get you all that you need. During the wait, keep praising your God. Keep reading the word of God each day and let the truth be your guide and strength over the lies of the enemy. You are not alone, dear friend. God has the plan and he is with you. As I always say, don’t look at your problem, look at your God. He is not going to fail you.
I will be praying for you and I am here if you want to talk. I believe that God has great plans for you, my brother! Be strong. Take heart. All is going to be well!
November 2, 2014 at 6:42 pm
Minister Aiken
Hi Marianne.
I pray all is well with you. Have not heard from you in a while.
God bless.
Debra