I lie awake tonight and I watch the sky
And I wish it didn't have to be so high
'Cause I'm belonging on the other side
And I'm missin' You
Cause somewhere behind those stars
Is someone who belongs to me
And I know in my deepest heart
There's a place for You
Until I find the place You've made for me
But I'm still missin' You
I dream about Your promise to return
And I wake up hanging on Your every word
But for now my feet are planted here on earth
And I'm missin' You
How much longer will it be
'til I get to see You?
And though I know You're right here with me
Tell me when can I be there with You?
- Chris Rice
21 comments:
Rosanna,
You're a strong woman. I don't know you personally yet, but I have such a deep respect for you and for your dependence on God. Thank you for teaching me to trust more and to live each day with more purpose.
I will continue with you on this journey, as a prayer warrior and as a continued support to you through encouragement. I promise you that.
Continue to push forward, even on the days that seem unbearable. Shine on. God has already used you in so many ways, as He used (and continues to use) Nate's life. Thank you for that. You are a blessing to me.
Cyndy Toews
What powerful words. Your faith is amazing to me. I will continue to pray for you and be here for you in whatever you need. I pray that on the dark days you find renewed strength and courage. I love you Rosanna.
Rosanna...you don't know me but I have followed a bit of your journey on Jamie's blog. And although I don't know you, my heart still grieves with yours! You are an amazing women and your strength and faith has really inspired me! I would love to continue following you on this journey!
http:christyblogofun.blogspot.com
Rosanna,
Your dependence on God is such a testimony and encouragement to me. I think of you often and my heart aches for you, weeps with you and prays for you. I know I don't know you super well, but I have always felt a connection with you and you are such a blessing in my life. I thank God for you and the blessing I know you are in the lives of many others.
Sending much love and prayer,
Vanessa
Hey girl! Sending hugs your way..I just wanted to let you know that although I only met Nate a handful of times, seeing your love for him thru your eyes allowed me to know him so much more. And Nate's legacy, and his funeral..has made an impact on my life in ways that I am still unfolding. I have been challenged, and I thank you and Nate for that. I'd love to chat more about it later..
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers Rosanna!
Love, Brenda
Rosanna, we've never met. I'm Debbie and I'm a friend of Leanne R.'s. I've learned a bit about you through her blog and through links to your blog. Your life with Nate seems so blessed to me, and I am really touched by your love for each other through reading a bit of your blog.
I was raised Mennonite but I have generally lived my life without faith, although I've made sincere efforts to find truth in some wrong places. I've been drawn to your story, and I feel called to reconsider my resistance to have faith whenever I think of you and of Nate's example, and I think of you often these past couple of weeks.
I hope that this isn't creepy or annoying to you, to have a stranger reach out to you during such a difficult time. I'm just so hopeful for you and so touched by your strength. I would love to continue following your journey home with your permission.
Through my own experiences I've learned that the proverb about God closing doors and opening windows is true, so true. I hope that someday the clouds will clear and you will see more of your beautiful future from the window that God is opening to you.
(I'm sorry, this is very long! I'm not a very brief person.:)
Rosanna,
You are in my prayers everyday during your new journey. The faith you have shown is incredible. I pray that in the moments that are so difficult you will feel His arms holding you. I pray also the little moments of unexpected joy would meet you daily.
Love Corinne
Rose - you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers daily! We love you!
may we all be able to hold to our promises of praying for you/supporting you/loving you/encouraging you through your new journey. since so many of us feel that our words are just not enough but there doesn't seem to be a tangible way to help...those are ways of support that will hopefully carry you through. your strength is beautiful and your faith is such an example. You truly are a blessing to all that know (or "know") you.
That is such a beautiful poem.
Rosanna. Thank you for inviting us to join you on this journey. The strength and courage that God is giving you astounds me and warms my heart to no end. I find myself completely distracted most days, just thinking about you and praying for you--- praying for God to bring hope beyond measure. It is so amazing to see you turning to Him whole-heartedly and I will continue to pray for you moment by moment. I know we don't really know each other, but I want you to know how much I care and would love to be any kind of supoort you need, whatever that looks like. Your faith is inspiring and I have such a deep respect for you. It has encouraged me so many times over the last few weeks, thinking about the most incredible gift you were to Nate---truly perfect for him. May the love you shared together bring never-ending peace on the journey ahead.
You are loved Rosanna.
Bonnie
The CS Lewis quote really speaks to my heart...what a great quote. As people have been saying, your profound and deep faith is an encouragement and inspiration to us all. We love you.
Although we all journey down our own road, not many experience or travel the same path. You have walked down roads some us may never experience in our lifetime.
The comments on your blog are a true testimony of you AND your God. What a powerful impact your testimony has had on Friends, Family and Annonymous.
We look forward with anticipation to where God will journey with you in the future.
The Friesens
I, too, marvel at the strength you have shown. May God continue to strengthen you in those quiet moments as well.
Rose, I love you and am thinking about you often. Blessings to you my dear friend.
i love you Rosanna and wish I could come and sit on your couch, you are in my constant thoughts!
Hi Rosanna. You don't know me, but I follow Jamie's blog. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers a lot and will continue to be.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I think it is so amazing how God has brought together so many people from all over the country to pray for you and your family. May you continue to feel God's presence.
Hi Rose,
Tim wants me to make sure you know he highly approves of you quoting C.S. Lewis :-)
It's a great quote.
we love you!
We will continue on this journey with you. My eyes are overflowing with tears as I read this song.
I am amazed at your dependence on God. It is encouraging for me and a reminder that He truly is ALL I NEED. It is also my prayer that one day you will be able to walk with others because of this valley you are walking through.
Rosanna you inspire me to continue to seek the Lord in all i do and to appreciate the people God has put in my life. I want you to know that you have a special place in my heart. I know you were my sisters friend but i remember you writing me notes and passing them to me in the hall way. I felt so special that you wanted to be my friend. I am glad I got to know you that little bit in high school and i look forward to reading your blogs as you take this new journey that God has laid before you.
Christy Jefremow (Gunther)_
Post a Comment