tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post1830108615928208633..comments2024-03-29T02:30:39.118-07:00Comments on Sharon Sharing God: OK, SO WHERE'S THE JOY??Sharonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00840994989201507494noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-14658268929525867952014-03-09T14:48:20.646-07:002014-03-09T14:48:20.646-07:00Hi Sharon -
Yes, checkmate, we win!Hi Sharon - <br /><br />Yes, checkmate, we win!lioneaglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10257690196451550476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-59567739012802206492014-03-05T23:12:02.564-08:002014-03-05T23:12:02.564-08:00When did you change your name to Susan? (lol- comm...When did you change your name to Susan? (lol- comment #3?)<br />I miss you- so glad that you are continuing to write and create!Janethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03033740281938902622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-21426867447525450482014-03-05T05:09:00.638-08:002014-03-05T05:09:00.638-08:00I always relate to so much to what you write, Shar...I always relate to so much to what you write, Sharon. I know the cloud you're talking about here so well. And I know all about those coulds and shoulds. Thanks for speaking from the heart as always - it really encourages me.<br />Thanks for linking up at Essential Fridays.<br />Blessings<br />Mel from Essential Thing DevotionsAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14082650577300405939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-43352286944303532014-03-02T21:34:57.603-08:002014-03-02T21:34:57.603-08:00I am thankful you wrote today. Praying God frees ...I am thankful you wrote today. Praying God frees you for the "should have's" and "could have's" this week. You are a blessing!BARBIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02537827307867912139noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-62260897174873904462014-03-02T14:25:44.013-08:002014-03-02T14:25:44.013-08:00Those shoulds and coulds can certainly weigh us do...Those shoulds and coulds can certainly weigh us down Sharon. Hope you get feeling more cheery soon. Wandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07438544740170524813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-20760033879900873622014-03-01T21:07:12.593-08:002014-03-01T21:07:12.593-08:00"should" "could" "living ..."should" "could" "living in defeat".....Wow! You hit the nail on the head! Sounds like you and I sometimes use the same dictionary.Tammiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05326393495035877953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-4046177807002026522014-03-01T13:48:39.288-08:002014-03-01T13:48:39.288-08:00Ugh. Those pesky blahs. I've experienced the ...Ugh. Those pesky blahs. I've experienced the same thing at times and the enemy has a heyday since I'm all about joy. I'm praying for you...spring is on the way!Pamelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14577919062812348914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-69136612184889515842014-03-01T13:34:33.181-08:002014-03-01T13:34:33.181-08:00I have been there all to often. I am actually comi...I have been there all to often. I am actually coming out and stripping that blanket of blah off. But it isn't easy. I always dread this when I go through it but once coming out of the dry and dark land I can look back and see how God really carried me. It makes me thankful that I know him. When so many don't. Loved the post. Mrs. Chrissy Thttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09516870555452352931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-13740191840423569242014-03-01T10:44:54.610-08:002014-03-01T10:44:54.610-08:00Blessings Sharon ... as always, your words illumin...Blessings Sharon ... as always, your words illumine, pierce and inspire my heart, my mind and my spirit ... but when I read your title, I thought the same thing? <br /><br />1st for you and J.O.Y. and then for mine H.O.P.E. (H.U.G.-Hope Unto Grace) and 2nd: I love your acrostic dictionary and your explanation of this "what if" game; 3rd: you are entitled to grieve however you need and for however long you need;<br />4th: Jesus (God) knew all of this when our WORD was birthed inside of us;<br />5th: He has a purpose and a plan but you already know this and once again have found and done a beautiful rewrite, putting this in context of current life events and circumstances, with a powerful spiritual application;<br />6th: shoulds and coulds and woulds and even mights ... certainly change the course of life and history<br />7th: I believe "blahs" or writing blocks have a way of making us dig deeper; feel when we're numb or in shock or just piecing the pieces together trying to make sense and go on with life like we once knew it, but somehow it's markably changed, different and that ache or emptiness or lack really strikes an internal chord and after we've given and given; we just don't know how to sit, rest or receive ... and we kinda go into this mode; sometimes to self-protect; sometimes to elude; other times to deal or confront or escape ... <br /><br />I needed all your MOVES and truly need to get past "living in defeat" or without "hope" or JOY in your case! Once again, your message inspires me and IF we have JESUS, what else do we need? <br /><br />Thanks and a BIG HUG ... hope you can enjoy a wonderful or rest filled weekend<br />PeggyPeggyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07178137619890142365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-55178932248936096872014-03-01T06:56:10.794-08:002014-03-01T06:56:10.794-08:00You know, friend, sometimes you just have to let y...You know, friend, sometimes you just have to let yourself go with the grief, to go ahead and sit in those ashes. Losing a loved one is hard, hard, hard. You can still have inner joy in the midst of it, but don't be too hard on yourself for not feeling it yet. In time, this will pass... but the sadness will often come back. Go easy on yourself. Sending love and prayers.Sandra Heska Kinghttp://sandraheskaking.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-3983752922458923712014-03-01T05:04:48.498-08:002014-03-01T05:04:48.498-08:00I get this Sharon. I used to ask why all the time....I get this Sharon. I used to ask why all the time....why me. And then a friend said, stop asking why. The why's kept me stuck...they kept me back from moving forward. I had to let it go...the whys....why did I survive when my friends didn't. <br /><br />I thing it's great that you get what's happening to you. You see it. And He's there in your corner....He knows and He promises to complete the work He started. He'll help you get the joy back. <br /><br />Sharon I think you've been through a lot in the past little while....moving away from friends and familiar stuff...caring for your parents...your dad passing......I think it's human to feel what you feel. Stay strong okay....in your corner routing for you. . <br /><br /><br /><br />Nikki (Sarah)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13731200601840020130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-47153535991475937432014-02-28T15:33:05.600-08:002014-02-28T15:33:05.600-08:00choosing joy with you - in the middle of the "...choosing joy with you - in the middle of the "blah"<br /><br />He knows where you are, will love you through it!HisFireFlyhttp://hisfirefly.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-63495560386889374332014-02-28T12:10:13.445-08:002014-02-28T12:10:13.445-08:00have been learning in those dry times how the Lord...have been learning in those dry times how the Lord can so easily blow away the chaff of our lives so we become that well watered soul. no longer distracted by our dryness and more aware of the working of His hand in our lives. it's a tough place to be but I think every place we go through has value and an opportunity to learn and grow.Jeannie Palletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03430975025188459457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-75144786047144054442014-02-27T22:10:52.934-08:002014-02-27T22:10:52.934-08:00When we recognize where the game is going, it is u...When we recognize where the game is going, it is up to us (and our casting of care on the Lord) to declare a positive end instead of negative. When my dad passed away, and I was alone with my husband I began to weep and I expected some comfort from my hubby. Instead I heard these words, "Your dad is with Jesus and your tears are just because you are feeling sorry for yourself." I was a bit taken back by those words, but I have never forgotten them. I was sad because of me and my loss, not having joy because of my dad's gain. Thank you for sharing with us here at "Tell Me a Story."a joyful noisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08712092116466408490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-70728513100487433062014-02-27T17:03:04.556-08:002014-02-27T17:03:04.556-08:00Oh sweet friend, you've nailed it! So glad you...Oh sweet friend, you've nailed it! So glad you re-wrote that post because it was one I needed too. And I think he is trying to play that game specifically because our word for the year is JOY. He's trying, but we WIN. I'm so praying for you and thankful that we are on this JOY journey together. Wish I could give you a big hug. Love you.Simply Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08583157577579026991noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-31238801597825466272014-02-27T13:38:31.084-08:002014-02-27T13:38:31.084-08:00Sharon, hugs and prayers to you, my sister. May G...Sharon, hugs and prayers to you, my sister. May God refresh you. <br /><br />Your "what if" game post is one that I will come back and re-read on a day that I am having the blahs (I get that malady, too!). <br /><br />Thanks for linking up at Thought-Provoking Thursday! Lyli @3-D Lessons for Lifehttp://3dlessons4life.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-57272424347979205052014-02-27T10:18:42.833-08:002014-02-27T10:18:42.833-08:00Thank you for writing anyway, Sharon. I'm sorr...Thank you for writing anyway, Sharon. I'm sorry you're having the blahs. I'm sure you miss your dad a lot. But how beautifully you end this post - "And in Him, Jesus Only You, I can find something that I'm not feeling naturally…"Trudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05179372917600231306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-32832125132132794482014-02-27T08:56:34.417-08:002014-02-27T08:56:34.417-08:00I love how you've let God shine in through you...I love how you've let God shine in through your past writings, how you don't want to settle for defeat, how you want to continue to press on and in until you make it to Joy. May you feel surrounded by His presence today.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14701362919026534336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-69092527146976400302014-02-27T08:19:27.828-08:002014-02-27T08:19:27.828-08:00Downright INSPIRING!
Your words are grace to me to...Downright INSPIRING!<br />Your words are grace to me today, and I am thanking God for you.<br />(visiting from the FaithJam, good to meet you, Sharon!)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-78374442167086933802014-02-27T07:23:54.792-08:002014-02-27T07:23:54.792-08:00I'm so thankful we have God. If not, we'd ...I'm so thankful we have God. If not, we'd be in deep despair with no hope or joy.Parsleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18409440410210436267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-5641546281514586872014-02-26T17:35:09.442-08:002014-02-26T17:35:09.442-08:00Sighing...
What happened to my comment? I just mad...Sighing...<br />What happened to my comment? I just made it, and it isn't here. <br /><br />I can't write it all out again. I'll just say that 1. You described me perfectly, and 2. I need to follow your advice. Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05671482394424988047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-3540898897799213872014-02-26T07:56:57.921-08:002014-02-26T07:56:57.921-08:00Ouch - I play those games and I never win! Guess I...Ouch - I play those games and I never win! Guess I need to just NOT play and be the party pooper God is calling me to be. Yes, sometimes not playing along is the only survival tactic. So, while winter here in Jersey has been pretty nasty and I am wont to make a myriad of excuses for staying closed up indoors - I need to let a little springtime open the Joy doors. I am not in a season of mourning as you, dear friend - which will contribute to the heaviness you feel - but, there is a lethargy that settles in me and I need to get beyond it. Purpose to live like the flowers are blooming despite the gray cold outside. I am tired of the snow. But, out my window, as it falls today, I choose to play God's Grace and Gratitude Game. Aye - 'tis right lovely out there, 'tis at that . . .<br />Joy!<br />KathyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-50375257249180029612014-02-25T07:27:24.447-08:002014-02-25T07:27:24.447-08:00Hi Sharon, Spot on, I am so good at playing these ...Hi Sharon, Spot on, I am so good at playing these games too. Thank you for sharing this. God BlessAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02205365191840035777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-85800144744170369362014-02-25T03:14:59.479-08:002014-02-25T03:14:59.479-08:00I am so sorry you are going through this period of...I am so sorry you are going through this period of the blues and blahs Sharon....but haven't we all (truthfully?) been there? I am always so saddened by it, but it passes! Maybe it's time (for a change!) for YOU to be encouraged instead of always being the one to encourage! :) God has armed you with strength for this battle because of your amazing faith and love dear friend; I know you will push through this down time in your life and remember who is in charge of bringing you fullness of joy!! Praying for you! :)<br /><br />Bunches of hugs!!!<br />Denise<br /><br />BTW...love, love your acrostics!Denisehttp://refinemelord.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3168946904182381428.post-90300362140099261832014-02-24T21:56:11.941-08:002014-02-24T21:56:11.941-08:00My word for this year is joyful. After I recieved ...My word for this year is joyful. After I recieved the word, in prayer and contemplation of the Word, I was really afraid of what the year will bring. I have learned from my previous experiences that God's way of teaching us to be joyful isn't what we would think. So, this has been a rough year from the start, with so much heartbreaking and difficult things that I couldn't have even imagined them. But they the joy that I am filled with comes from experiencing God amongst it all, even when the tempest is at it's fullest, He will bring me peace and joy.Kiittäkää Aina ja Kaikestahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12264486975627673705noreply@blogger.com