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Jack Nicolson put it brilliantly in the road-trip scene from the 1999 movie As Good As It Gets:
Not everyone has a terrible story to get over. Some people have great stories, pretty stories that take place at lakes with boats and friends and noodle salad. Just no one in this car. But, a lot of people, that's their story. Good times, noodle salad.
If you're riding with me, know that I speak from personal experience. If you can relate, scroll down. More than anything I want you to know, YOU matter to God. IT--whatever it is, matters to God. But no one can make that discovery for you. I count it a blessing to encourage you along the way.
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A Prayer For Survivors
"Father in heaven, I thank You that none of us go unseen in your eyes. We matter to You. "It" matters to You. Hide us under your wing until we can smile again. Some of us can't stop crying, others don't know how to start.
Quiet the emotions of those distraught and create a great stirring in those who are numb. Give us the strength to return to You with our whole hearts, and deliver us from the belief that it must happen all at once.
Uphold our baby steps in grace and cover our mistakes in mercy. The world is a dangerous place for a girl. Reveal the refuge in being your daughter.
In Jesus' name, Amen."
Do you believe that God cares about what happened and how it has affected you? Why or why not? Consider journaling your answers to Him and then sharing them with a trusted friend or counselor who will pray with you.
Published on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 @ 10:54 AM CDT
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