Friday, May 16, 2008


"And all I know is that I find rest in You.
Your grace is all I need." - Hillsong United

After weeks filled with despair, my soul has once again found rest. Rest in the strong, yet gentle embrace of my Father. His grace and truth is all I need.

Hope - Nancy Guthrie
"'How do you do this?' I asked her, wondering how I would get through that day and keep facing the days to come. Caroline knew what it was like to bury someone she loved. Her answer to my desperate question was simple: 'Manna.' She explained that just as the children of Israel were dependent on God to provide manna to sustain them every day while they wandered in the wilderness, I had to depend on God to give me the manna I needed every day to sustain me. I needed the nourishment that comes from the hand of God, the words of truth that come from the mouth of God."

The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us.
We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only,
who came from the Father, full of grace and truth
.
John 1:14

Shane Hipps - Mars Hill Sermon - Spirituality of the Cellphone
"The immense power of presence. The immense power of location. The fundamental truth of the gospel. The Word became flesh. This is the ultimate meaning of the incarnation. Of all the world religions there is only one in which Jesus, God came down in the form of Jesus and became one of us, to be with us. Emmanuel, God with us. The ultimate expression of God's love in world is to be with, to be present, to be incarnate."

"The greatest love that anyone could ever know,
That overcame the cross and grave to find my soul.
You are the voice that called the universe to be,
You are the whisper in my heart that speaks to me.
And till I see You face to face and grace amazing takes me home,
I'll trust in You." - Hillsong United

21 comments:

Dan and Lynn said...

I really like the concept of God providing the "manna" that we need to make it through each day.

Love you lots, Rosanna.

Charlotte said...

Love you so much!

Russ and Carmen said...

wish I had words of encouragement for you, sister. I know the Lord of Love has already sustained you to make it this long. even when he hasn't felt present.
Love you, my friend.
Carmen :)

Yvonne said...

I've often wondered how you do this. How you carry on your daily life. My only answer is that the power and presence of God is amazing and I cling to that for you, praying that you continue to find that "manna", that strength, to get through another day. Loving you so much.

GSFALK said...

Lifting you up in prayer often.
A.Shirley

Nathan and Melissa said...

Thinking of you and praying for you.

KDees said...

You are in the thoughts, prayers and hearts of so many, each and every day.

Anonymous said...

Rosanna,
I love you and, as always, you remain in my prayers. I am praying that each day, God gives you the strength and courage needed to trust in His plan, and in His promise to give you all you need to face the day.
Love you

Daughter of The KING said...

Rosanna
I've been following your blog for a number of months now and want to tell you that your journaling is a source of blessing. I have been praying for you and your family since your tragedy.

You see I have a long history with your granma Peters, your mother and your aunts since I was a teenager in Mexico. Your mother was my school teacher. Your auntie Irene and I atteded MCI together and became close friends. Your grandpa Peters officiated at our wedding. Louise taught our oldest son and so are still staying in contact. While your parents lived here in Manitoba we reconnected again. So you see what is important to the Peters family is also important to me. I will continue to pray for you. May the LORD bless and keep you, may HIS face shine apon you and give you HIS Peace. Shalom

P.S sorry about the long comment.

Rick and Sandy said...

May 2008 would have been your 2nd wedding anniversary; this, your first without Nate, the Love of your Life. May the memories of your life together be very beautiful!

You continue to share your intimate, faith journey...what a wonderful testimony of His grace in your life...may you feel His loving arms embrace you moment by moment, every day as you faithfully trust Him to walk alongside you in your journey with Him.

God is good...all the time...every day. May you feel His goodness today.

Sandy

Anonymous said...

I'm going out to my garden now and there I will oray for you, as I plant seeds.

Anonymous said...

...the word is pray, and I'm Roselle Reimer from Manitoba,mother to Colin and Leanne Reimer

Anonymous said...

Sweatheart Rosanna, thank you so much for your words- they have encouraged my heart today. So true, mannah.
I'm missing you today...made a fruit salad, and thought of you :)
I love you so much you beautiful girl.
May you find rest for your soul- my heart is with you, and trusting in a God that loves you more than I do and is with you.
~Rox

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Sarah said...

Rosanna, I so appreciate your friendship and your ability to share your grief and journey in this blog. As I write this, I pray for peace over your heart as you trust God in all things. I hope to see you soon, my friend.

Anonymous said...

Hey sweetie- I miss you today. Thank you for being an honest person. Just being real. You have always allowed me in to your honest heart and I am honoured to be called your friend. Wish I could hear your heart today. I love you.
~Rox

Nichole said...

Always in my prayers...

Anonymous said...

Hi Rosanna
Thinking of you today and asking God for strength for the day for you! Love you lots!

A. Lori

Jeff and Jocelyn said...

Miss you today! Well everyday, but wish we could have lunch, .69 cheeseburgers actually!
love you lots

Kelsie-Lynn said...

Thinking of you and praying for you often!

gord and janice said...

Rosanna,
Too funny about the sneakiness. Let me set the record straight.

"It's not about me". "My God shall supply all your needs according to his riches in glory". How it got there, "I can only imagine". ;)

Was wonderful seeing you again.