Comments on: A Week of Fire and Flood

By: Yvette Quintana

Yvette Quintana — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 17:43:48 +0000

“For even though the all-powerful God has said He is with me always, both in His word and in so many of my personal stories, I often look for comfort and safety in lesser things like favorable weather forecasts and positive fire-status reports.” This is so true for me, too, Jody. I want to pray with more faith in the goodness of the Giver than in the rightness of my requests.

Save me from this Lord, but “Even if the fig tree does not bud…. even then,
I will be happy with the Lord.
I will truly find joy in God, who saves me.” Habbakuk 3:17-19

By: Jody

Jody — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 06:09:04 +0000

In reply to Carol R Nicolet Loewen. Thank you, Carol! You know what it means to a writer when something resonates with a reader. Thanks for letting me know. And I greatly appreciate your thoughts on the subscription message format, too. Super helpful.

By: Carol R Nicolet Loewen

Carol R Nicolet Loewen — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 04:22:57 +0000

Thanks Jody. Loved this … “the disciples had Christ with them right there in the boat, but they did not sense God’s presence in their storm any more than Elijah did in his. Perhaps, no more than I see God’s presence in the fiercest middle of my storms.” What a great reminder that I am not alone when I’m the middle of my storms, that those in Jesus’ presence also experienced fear and disquiet.
I like this format with story continuation as a link. It gives your reader the choice and keeps your newsletter a bit shorter.

By: Jody

Jody — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 22:58:55 +0000

In reply to Jeanette Henneberry.

We are thankful for that, too!

It’s interesting what you say about stories being tests. I suppose they provide both lessons and tests. Will we notice? Will we remember? Will we listen for that whisper and respond to Him in Faith? I’m so glad for the opportunity to grow with each plot twist. And I think, if we recognize the tests in our stories, we are more likely to respond with an attitude of prayer. Anyway, that seems to be the pattern for Algebra tests as I recall! I’m going to give this some more thought.

Thanks you for your insights, my friend : ).

By: Jeanette Henneberry

Jeanette Henneberry — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 20:43:05 +0000

Jody- thank you! Again, you have a memorable way of saying what so many of us are thinking and feeling. Reminding me Jesus is with me in the boat and in the conflict- that often whips up without warning. I’m learning to listen for the whisper and respond to Him with faith. Every story is a new test right? With all the weather drama last week, I’m Thankful you and your house are still standing!

By: Jody

Jody — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 18:48:29 +0000

In reply to Paul. Thank you, so much, Paul! I'm glad you enjoyed it : )

By: Jody

Jody — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 18:48:05 +0000

In reply to Colleen Miller. Thank you for your encouragement, Colleen! I love knowing people are inspired. It gives me a sense we are growing together : )

By: Paul

Paul — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:54:15 +0000

Very insightful Jody! Thanks for creating and sharing!

By: Colleen Miller

Colleen Miller — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:22:58 +0000

I love this. You truly inspire people to pause, reflect, & carry on. Thank You!

By: Jody

Jody — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 02:43:58 +0000

In reply to Debbie Hammond. Thank you, Debbie. Your words further the story and the work of remembering. And I greatly appreciate your encouragement!