Comments on: Friday, May 17, 2019 – Preparing a Place for Us

By: A

Sun, 19 May 2019 01:25:11 +0000

Blessing for sure! Being near family that is tight-knit is indeed a blessing!

By: Bob Burford

Bob Burford — Sat, 18 May 2019 19:30:10 +0000

Answer to A!
Our daughter and granddaughter moved back to Oklahoma in November of 2018. We found that of the 8 grandchildren we have, four live in Oklahoma. We will soon have 4 great grandchildren and all of them live in Oklahoma. The move was prayerful but has turned out to be a major blessing.

By: A

Sat, 18 May 2019 01:11:28 +0000

Welcome back, Bob! I was wondering if you had gone on hiatus, and now I see why: major life change. Why did you move to Tulsa when it seems that all that was near and dear to you was in St. Pete’s?

By: Sandi

Sandi — Fri, 17 May 2019 17:34:46 +0000

Bob, good luck to you and your wife in your new home. I’m sure it won’t take you long to make new friends in your community. I’ve lived my entire life within a 35 mile radius. As scary as it could be to move, I also think it would be a great adventure. Right now, my children and grandchildren are nearby so I don’t want to move away while the grandchildren are so young. Maybe sometime in the future. If that’s what God plans.
Anynomoose, my prayers continue to be with you and your family. It’s during these times when we feel so alone that Jesus is near, walking beside us. Try not to lose faith. Thank you for the article. It was very eye-opening.

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 17 May 2019 15:58:15 +0000

Anonymoose, Thank you for sharing your story and the attached link. If I walked in your shoes, I think I would give up. You are very brave considering what you have been going through. In Canada, there are people who live in the North who are experiencing the same trials as your community. When I see that on television, I often ask why a wealthy country like Canada neglects its first peoples. You asked what virtue you needed – I believe you already have that virtue. It’s called PERSEVERANCE. You have it. And don’t feel bad about ‘losing faith’, we’ve all been there for lesser trials than yours. I had my share of moving constantly due to unforeseen circumstances, and I wondered if I would ever settle down. Well, it took several years, but finally, the Good Lord granted me respite. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Keep the faith, don’t give up. Keep sharing your story. God will strengthen your resolve to trust Him. God bless you.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 17 May 2019 14:44:15 +0000

Bob, Thank you for your reflection today. I printed it and will give it to my mom tomorrow. She is 91 and in the process of selling her condo which she loves and which represents independence to her. She will be moving into an independent senior living apartment on June 1. She made the decision herself to move, but is struggling to let go of what she has, even though she knows the advantages of why she chose to move. Even when our faith and beliefs are strong, when we are anxious or stressed or unsure of our decisions, it helps to be reminded that He is in charge and has prepared our way.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 17 May 2019 11:29:03 +0000

Bob, sit back relax and enjoy the ride. Let HIM lead and guide you. God Bless you and your family.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 17 May 2019 11:28:23 +0000

Thank you for this reflection! Just sent a text to my daughter who needed to remember Jesus has her back! Enclosed with prayers for you and your wife, for your readers and especially for anonymoose and his family.