Saturday, December 26, 2009

Spiritual Sunday. "Don't Ever Give Up"

Thank you Chalotte and Ginger for hosting these Spiritual Sundays. I really appreciate posting and reading the other blogs. To participate
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Christmas day my girls and I helped out all day serving people who had no one to share the day with.  I heard so many stories from people struggling with illness, loss, lonliness....Even reading some blogs...reading about some of you guys going through some tough stuff.. I wanted to encourage you.  When I was on the streets, shooting dope, throwing up, kidnapped, trapped, raped....not believing anyone cared....someone came along and told me...don't you ever give up. I wanted to. I really did. I wanted to give in to the darkness, to the hatred...but He wouldn't let me. So today, I just want to encourage those of you who are struggling to hang on....He sees - He knows....And He'll take you through. 

23 comments:

Peggy said...

Blessings Sarah...What an encouragement! Goes real well as an accompanying post to Charlotte's story, her SS post for today! Great song by Yolanda to NEVER GIVE UP! We all need that one person, that one nudge that keeps us keepin' on! The Everlasting HOPE...that reminds us of His Promises. I'm so thankful He knows us, see us and takes us through the storms...Great inspiration! Thanks for sharing from your heart!

Susan said...

Thanks for this post, and for sharing some hope.
Thank you so much for your messages on my blog too. I hope your holiday was wonderful.

RCUBEs said...

Just want to thank you for coming by and for praying for me as I go to work tonight. Funny whenever you call me "Rosella"...That's what my parents intentionally wanted to name me. Unfortunately, someone messed up filling out my birth certificate :) Have a great night sister and blessings and love to you.

Anonymous said...

Sarah,
This is a great song and your blog post is a great message. :)

Blessings,
Tammy

Andrea said...

You are a treasured friend! THANK YOU!
Blessings, hugs, and prayers,
andrea

Musings of A Minister said...

Great message and video. Thank you for the encouragement to not give up.

Unknown said...

You have a great blog here. It's a very interesting read. I have a blog myself which provides inspiration and guidance to people all around the world. Life is hard enough, and I'm hoping for my blog to be a place where people can go to hear the words the words they need to hear in order to brighten up their day.

I'd like to exchange links with you to help spread some traffic around. Please let me know if this is possible.

Sincerely,
Jason
TheWISDOMWALL.com

Just Be Real said...

Sarah, thank you for sharing! Touching! You are too real. Blessings and hugs always!

Cathy said...

That was so sweet of you and the girls to share with the lonely. Thank you for that great post and encouraging video.

Alleluiabelle said...

Hi Sweet Sister,

You are such an encouragement to me. You have stopped by and uplifted me with your words. I thank the Lord for that, for you. You are a beautiful person on the inside and outside and to Him I give all of the glory because He shines through you. He uses you and you obey His commands.

May He bless you in all ways. May you continue to feel His presence all around you and may He bless you in ways you never thought humanly possible. You are a treasure, a gift that He has formed by His hand and that in and of itself is so absolutely beautiful, so precious just as you are, just as we are to Him.

Thank you for stepping into my life and helping me along the narrow pathway. We can only move forward with Him guiding and walking beside us every step of the way.

All praise, honor and glory is yours Almighty Father forever and ever more.

Love & Blessings,
Alleluiabelle

Anonymous said...

hi hope you have a merry christmas

SmilingSally said...

Sarah, you gave God's love to others; how wonderful. Happy New Year!

steveroni said...

Sarah you have some beautiful commenters and comments here, enough, that it must be true what they are writing to you and about you.

That truth is evident in all you write. You give credit to God for whatever good happens through your effort.

Blessings to you!

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful song and the words are so important. I'm glad you didn't give up and I'm thankful that you are sharing your experiences and helping others not only in the life you are living now but in sharing it with people like us online. I'm so glad you are a part of our Spiritual Sundays family.
Blessings,
Charlotte

Karen said...

God bless your with His peace in the new year! Wonderful song.

Anonymous said...

Hi Sarah,
I didn't know if you saw my answer on my blog.....I got the book and I can't wait to read it. :)

Blessings,
Tammy

Saleslady371 said...

Your message carries a lot of weight because you have been at that hopeless place. What love and encouragement!

LivingforGod said...

What you and your girls did on Christmas day was wonderful! Thanks for sharing God's love with others and thanks for this encouraging post! We should never give up. We don't know what tomorrow may bring but God is in control and we can rest in His grace and mercy. I find hope and strength in Him.

Dulçe ♥ said...

Oh Sarah This is so beautiful. Thank you for what you do to the people . That is so great. And thanks for the video and your love and everything!

Dulce

Deborah Ann said...

Your children are so blessed to have you for a mom!

May God shower you with unspeakable joy this coming year...

Mike Golch said...

My Sunday posting are a varried lot.some are spiritual videos some times they are,I'm not sure that I am worthy to join the rest of you.

Joyfulsister said...

Hi Sarah,
Never give up.. These three words continues to help me through a very serious illness and makes me wake up with joy looking forward to what a new day will hold for me. It helped me through treatments and fear. Continue to share your gift, you touch hearts and encourage souls.

Hugz Lorie

Shattered said...

Sarah, I think it is so encouraging to hear that you are raising your own kids to give back and know that there are those who are far less fortunate. I hope that you and your family had a wonderful holiday. Thank you for your continued encouragement...

Happy New Year,
Jennifer