Saturday, January 5, 2013

Don't Give Up!!!!

Linking with Charlotte at  Spiritual Sunday and Laura at  Faith Filled Fridays


"The greatest disease in the West is not TB or leprosy -  it's being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for. We can cure physical diseases with medicine, but the only cure for loneliness, despair, and hopelessness is love. Many in the world are dying for a piece of bread....but many more are dying for a little love." Mother Teresa

Since that day He touched me.....my motto's been...Don't give up. Don't ever give up! Giving up isn't an option. Even in those times that look like defeat - 'don't give up!'  I've thought about it.....I've even wanted to.....but something keeps me in the game....something keeps me holding on. It's love...His love - a love that's so strong...deep....and powerful....and won't give up on me. It gives me courage to hold on.. His love....a love....it trumps all despair. 
 
Don't give up. You are loved......

17 comments:

Gail @ http://biblelovenotes.com said...

I've never heard this quote my Mother Teresa, and I like your motto. Thanks for sharing this encouragement.

Nana Jul said...

That is a GREAT message and perfect song to go with it! It's what I've always told my kids...Never.EVER.EVER - give up!
Love ya
Jul

Sassy said...

That is an amazing quote! "The greatest disease in the West is not TB or leprosy - it's being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for." So true. Thank you for sharing an inspirational post.

Debby@Just Breathe said...

What a beautiful song....

Michelle Holderman said...

Nikki...I needed this today. You have a powerful life motto. And a powerful life story. It's my motto too. I just needed to be reminded. Thank you, friend. Much love!

joy said...

First time that I read this quote. It is awakening. Yes, love is the greatest of all:)
Happy new year Nikki.

The picture is beautiful by the way:)

Kim@stuffcould.... said...

I like what Mother Theresa said....and yes don't give up

Rebecca said...

Your post has reminded me of the power of God's love. It gives us hope and sustains us. Praise the Lord for His enduring love!

Connie said...

It's a good motto to have, and isn't it wonderful to feel loved!
Have a nice Sunday.

Anonymous said...

Don't give up-such a powerful message Sarah(Nikki). I too have felt like giving up and really not known why I did not except knowing that it was not me that helped or stopped me from giving up. The strength, hope and ability to keep going came from God's love and strength. as a new year starts there are the old issues still wrestled with taken into this new year to be dealt with which require strength and courage which can make me quake and doubt but your message is what I needed to hear-don't give up. God Bless and thank you.

Chatty Crone said...

I love that song by Josh Groban.
NEVER GIVE UP! snadie

Vintagesouthernlife said...

This is a wonderful motto and a beautiful song.Thanks for sharing I had not heard it befor.

Sr Crystal Mary Lindsey said...

Hello Nikki, Have a beautiful peaceful loving New Year...
Josh Groban has a wonderful way of expressing Gods love in song. I hadn't heard this before...SO ENCOURAGING. xxxxxxx
Much love Crystal

Denise said...

The one thing that will remain constant and forever true is God’s love for us; His love won’t fade; it won’t fail us. It’s always there, especially when we are tempted to give up! :) Love the quote....

Blessings and love Nikki!
Denise

Lisa notes... said...

Love is the answer. Yes. This gets to the heart of the matter. Thanks, Nikki.

Sharon said...

Thank you for this very encouraging post. I needed to hear it today. One of the most difficult things about my recent move to the mountains is my sense of loneliness. I've made friends, but I am constantly aware of being *away* from friends and family, and a place that I called home for almost 29 years.

His Love - it has become an anchor.

GOD BLESS!

Anna said...

That quote is so sad, but very true!

Thanks for the encouraging words. :)