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Donna's avatar

Like everyone else in one fashion or another I have been troubled—all of the hatred and violence in the world, one environmental crisis after another, and the fear and grief of a lonely old woman. This morning I walked to the end of my street where the Bay meets the marshes. (Yes, I am fortunate indeed.) I sat on a rock where the waves were quietly lapping, and I prayed for God to fix it. Fix all of it. And I sat in the stillness, listening for His quiet voice. After some time, I heard Him loud and clear. Not His voice, but thoughts that were not mine filled my head. Here’s what He said. This is just a piece of it—some of the world was marsh grasses, blue sky, and sea birds. In other parts of the world there are weapons of war and wails of grief. There I sat, this beautiful spot surrounded by the beauty of nature while other pieces of the Earth where being devastated by storms or wildfires. Yes, I felt alone and afraid, but other times (pieces) of my life I felt safe and loved, surrounded by family and friends. Find peace in whatever « piece » of the big picture you find yourself.

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Tom McCoppin's avatar

Thanks for those profound thoughts and words Sean. I needed to hear them, as I am going through a rough patch right now (prostate cancer). But the Love of my Friend God will see me through to whatever end lies ahead for me. I am not afraid, I am grateful. Tom McC, McQueeney, Texas

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