In the movie Forrest Gump, Forrest's lifelong friend Jenny had endured a childhood of abuse and neglect at the hands of her father. In one scene, Forrest and Jenny visit her old house, and Forrest watches as Jenny throws stone after stone at the weather-beaten old house which held so many painful memories for her.
When Jenny finally quit throwing rocks and began to cry, Forrest said, "Sometimes there just aren't enough rocks.
When we experience pain at the hands of those who are supposed to love and care for us, no amount of rock-throwing can repair the damage.
Instead of lashing out, we must turn to God and rest in the comforting promises of our Lord and Savior, the one true "rock" (Psalm 18:2). The comfort He offers is never in short supply.
The Total Christian Guy, Harvest House, 1996, p. 127
The LORD is our rock and our fortress and our deliverer; Our God, our strength, in whom we will trust; Our shield and the horn of our salvation, our stronghold! For who is God, except the LORD? And who is a rock, except our God? Psalm 18:2, 31 The LORD lives! Blessed be our Rock! Let the God of our salvation be exalted. Psalm 18:46.
Bow down Your ear to us, Deliver us speedily; Be our rock of refuge, A fortress of defense to save us.
For You are our rock and our fortress; Therefore, for Your name’s sake, Lead us and guide us.
Psalm 31:2-3
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. 2 Cor 1:3-5
Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Phil 2:1-3
Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. 1 Thess 5:14-15
Brina Gonzalez writes;
Dear Heavenly Father, You have abundantly blessed me With special loved ones... Who have loved and comforted me Throughout this life of mine. Thank you for being so gracious to me; You take care of my every need. I come to you in prayer Asking You to bless... A very special Loved one. This dear person is in pain; The kind only you can take away. As I send up this prayer Please comfort this loved one; And in your own unique way... Let them feel your presence. It will help them so much to know; That they are never ever really alone. I have complete trust in You... I know that you can hear me; And will answer my prayer. Soon my loved one will know Just how much You and I care for them so. Thank you once again For all that you do; Not just for me, But many others too. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
When we experience pain at the hands of those who are supposed to love and care for us, no amount of rock-throwing can repair the damage.
Instead of lashing out, we must turn to God and rest in the comforting promises of our Lord and Savior, the one true "rock" (Psalm 18:2). The comfort He offers is never in short supply.
The Total Christian Guy, Harvest House, 1996, p. 127
The LORD is our rock and our fortress and our deliverer; Our God, our strength, in whom we will trust; Our shield and the horn of our salvation, our stronghold! For who is God, except the LORD? And who is a rock, except our God? Psalm 18:2, 31 The LORD lives! Blessed be our Rock! Let the God of our salvation be exalted. Psalm 18:46.
Bow down Your ear to us, Deliver us speedily; Be our rock of refuge, A fortress of defense to save us.
For You are our rock and our fortress; Therefore, for Your name’s sake, Lead us and guide us.
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. 2 Cor 1:3-5
Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Phil 2:1-3
Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all. See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. 1 Thess 5:14-15
Brina Gonzalez writes;
Dear Heavenly Father, You have abundantly blessed me With special loved ones... Who have loved and comforted me Throughout this life of mine. Thank you for being so gracious to me; You take care of my every need. I come to you in prayer Asking You to bless... A very special Loved one. This dear person is in pain; The kind only you can take away. As I send up this prayer Please comfort this loved one; And in your own unique way... Let them feel your presence. It will help them so much to know; That they are never ever really alone. I have complete trust in You... I know that you can hear me; And will answer my prayer. Soon my loved one will know Just how much You and I care for them so. Thank you once again For all that you do; Not just for me, But many others too. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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