Comments for Let Hope Rise

Comment on Yea Though I Walk Through The Valley… by Linda

Linda — Mon, 07 May 2012 19:29:17 +0000

I have been following your blog for a while now–I guess technically stalking your blog–since I never let you know I was out here in the world wide web reading and learning so much from your words and your heart. But, after reading this post I wanted to step up as another person–not just a computer screen and tell you that I am sorry for the pain, and the loss, and disappointments you have faced. Thank you for sharing this and not hiding behind the computer screen. By being open you have helped me and I’m sure many many more women. I appreciate you and your story.

Comment on Yea Though I Walk Through The Valley… by Alicia G

Alicia G — Fri, 04 May 2012 19:27:40 +0000

So sorry to hear about your loss. May God continue to wrap his arms around you and your family and give you hope and peace. Thanks for your honesty, I know you will help others who are facing this. For me it helped me to stop and quietly honor my own loss of many years ago and thank God for all the blessings he gave me during that time and after. Hugs

Comment on Yea Though I Walk Through The Valley… by Becky Wambsganss

Becky Wambsganss — Thu, 03 May 2012 03:41:15 +0000

I am so sorry for the trial you have had to experience. I feel sad that while I was having a fun vacation you were going through such a hard time, and I did not once think to pray for you. Your moving story hit home because my daughter-in-law Tiffani had two miscarriages before her first child was born and another before the birth of the second child. I did not understand the deep pain involved. I wish I had been more empathetic. Praise the Lord who is with us through every trial and tragedy that life throws our way. Not only with us but also growing our faith. My love and prayers to you, Justin and your sweet daughters. Becky

Comment on Yea Though I Walk Through The Valley… by Leigh

Leigh — Thu, 03 May 2012 02:44:11 +0000

I am so sorry for your loss sweetheart, I, too, have walked through this valley and I cried through reading this selfishly due to my own memories and in wishing you didn’t have to experience it. I don’t know much, but I know God is all powerful and in control of all things even these things we don’t understand. Praying He wraps you in his wondrous arms with peace and love and comfort. Love to you!

Comment on Yea Though I Walk Through The Valley… by intersecthaiti

intersecthaiti — Wed, 02 May 2012 23:14:23 +0000

I am so sorry to hear about this great loss. It is so painful, I pray that your family and friends continue to give you amazing support and that we all remember to “grieve with those who grieve” — words are not always helpful, just be with them where they are…. praying that for you guys. So sorry.

Tara

Comment on Practical Faith, Miraculous Results by Danielle

Danielle — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:15:08 +0000

Great, great post, Jen. I totally agree with you. It’s not our anyway, but it’s SO EASY to hang on!! Yet, when we hang on (or use our busyness or own financial struggles as an excuse) we lose the blessing. This was SUCH a good reminder to me. THANK YOU (p.s. did you see where our first year goal is at for the school?!? PRAISE GOD!)

Comment on The Battle for Adoptive Families by Lynn

Lynn — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:06:31 +0000

Thanks for this amazing article! We are an older couple who adopted three siblings a year and a half ago. We are definitely experiencing that second struggle, and God gave us a victory yesterday, but we have certainly been under attack today.
Please do include us in your prayers! I’m convinced God is answering!

Comment on The Battle for Adoptive Families by Rebecca

Rebecca — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:39:51 +0000

Thank you! I’ll be checking in on you too. Mind if I ask why youre still waiting?
Blessings,
Rebecca

Comment on The Battle for Adoptive Families by stewartann

stewartann — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:04:52 +0000

Thank you Jen!! A friend passed this along to me. We just brought our daughter home a month ago after an over seven year wait. We are beginning our “second struggle” as you aptly word it. Thanks for sharing what we, now with child, can not so much say. Best of luck to you and your family in your own journey.

Comment on The Battle for Adoptive Families by Desiree

Desiree — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 22:27:30 +0000

Thank you Jen for putting into words what is so difficult at times to explain to people surrounding the adoption process. I’m bringing my son home soon, and plan to pass along your words of encouragement to my ‘team’! Blessings to you during your season of waiting….it’s TOTALLY worth it!!