A Scripture Verse



Jesus said, "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted", Matthew 5:5, King James Version (Cambridge Edition)











About Our Ministry

Naomi’s Ministry is Christian blog designed to provide encouragement, strength and prayer to individuals who are experiencing loss, grief and recovering from traumatic experiences.

This blog site is to encourage, pray and support persons experiencing a wide range of losses that anyone of us may experience in our lifetime. The parting of a special loved one by death; divorce; the loss of job and financial security; the loss of limb(s) or debilitating illness or disease; the loss of a home or opportunity, are all "losses" and at varying degrees, may catapult you into a grieving cycle or traumatic event. However, we may not be on the road to recovery, if the right resources are not available to give us perspective on our feelings and the changes that happens in one’s life when a loss of any kind occurs. We need courage to grieve and to wait before God for the healing that comes, sometimes, one day at a time.

This is "first" a ministry of encouragement:

Know that what you are going through is normal for anyone who has experienced what you have experienced. Knowing how to go through the process, recognizing when you are grieving and seeking the help you may need will aid in the recovery process.


Know that it is okay that you are hurting. No explanations are needed. Admitting that is a first step toward your recovery. Recovery does not mean that you will forget the one or object of your loss. This also does not mean you will not forget the trauma of your victimization. Emotional healing will allow you to live authentically, freely, victoriously in spite of the event. God wants you to have His Victory through His Son, Jesus Christ who won it on the Cross of Calvary for you and I.

Know that you are not alone. Jesus Christ promised never to leave us or forsake us (The book of Hebrews, chapter 13, verse 5). This promise found in the Holy Scriptures is a promise from the Lord Himself that He is always with us, even during our darkest nights. Jesus also said, “I will not leave you comfortless” (The book of the Gospel of John, chapter 14, verse 18).

Know that “The Comforter will come” (The book of the Gospel of John, chapter 16, verse 7). The Comforter that Jesus Christ is referencing is God the Holy Spirit, (part of the triune Godhead). As you call out to God in faith during this time of tremendous emotional and sometimes physical pain, the Lord will send His Spirit to minister to your mind, body, soul and spirit. He alone can heal the hurts of loss, grief and trauma. The Holy Spirit will wipe away "your tears". Jesus "is willing" to heal you if you but ask and trust Him in the process of recovery.

Know one day you will be able to smile again. The sun will shine in your heart again. You will laugh again. You will have more good days to come. The Lord knows the thoughts and plans he has for us (Jeremiah 29:11), even if you cannot see it in the midst of this defining moment. If you will trust the Lord’s plans for you, you will come through this season, whole and able to continue on in your life’s journey.

Search out a safe and Word-filled church home or fellowship, counselor/support group. God’s Word is the answer. Read Psalms 34, 41, 42, 91, 103, 107, 112, 119, 121, 123, 140, 145. Depending on our needs, we may also need some assistance beyond what a blog, book or cards offer. Professional help is available. Pray and ask the Lord to direct you to a place of healing and confidentiality. Check out the resources at your church or another Christ-centered congregation. Please do not grieve alone.

The time for recovery is NOW. Just like you would go to the hospital’s emergency room if you were physically in need of medical treatment, so during high levels of emotional crisis, you should not wait to seek help or assistance. DON’T WAIT TO GET HELP. This is the time to admit that you are hurting and it is okay.

Keep talking to God the Father, the Father of ALL Comfort. He knows your grief and the journey ahead. Also believe that He loves you even when you are sad. This ministry is reaching out to you with Jesus' love. We are praying for your total healing and recovery.

If you are interested in receiving prayer, please write me at: jesusislord14@outlook.com. Please do not request money - request prayer.

God loves you. We are praying you will feel His love and comfort every time you reach out to read the messages.

Jesus THE SON OF GOD is Lord!

Shalom.

Sister Birdsong


Sunday, November 27, 2011

Holiday Grief - God is Still Good

God is still good. It is so important to know that in this season while others are merrily moving forward from Thanksgiving Day to Christmas Day. Yes, I too, I look forward with wonder to remember Jesus Christ, the Son of God, born in Bethlehem's stable. I also know that while I celebrate the salvation that only Jesus can bring, my heart also mourns the losses of the year, the heavy losses of prior years and especially, my earthly father and brother's passing. You too may be grieving this holiday season the loss of a loved one, a job, a friendship, a career change, a relocation or any other type of "death". During the holidays, we feel grief more acutely than ever.

I ran into a classmate on today who is experiencing the grief of a loved one buried on yesterday. Though she smiled I could see the sorrow in the shadows under her eyes. We embraced and she asked me "How was your Thanksgiving?". "Uh....it was okay" I replied knowing that the holiday that passed had some family challenge I had to overcome. I reciprocated by asking the same. Her reply was that she had buried a cousin and how difficult that can be for the family. However, her face brightened suddenly when she exclaimed, "But God is good". I affirmed that indeed God is good knowing within that no matter how bad I feel inside, God is still good  as some church folk say "all the time". Amen.

So it is...the holidays are upon us and all around us there is celebration, gift shopping, gift wrapping, Christmas luncheons and...our grief, our sadness, our loss to handle. What poignancy there is to celebrate while still crying...laughing and still weeping....burdened with whom to buy for this year and "how I am I going to get through this pain without a total meltdown".

God can help you as He is helping me and as He is helping my friend today. Jesus Christ is the only One who can heal your soul from the pain of sorrow. Reach out to Him and ask Him to calm your fears. Cry your prayers to the God the Father who is so good of a Father that He never tires of your tears or your coming back to Him (even with the same problem). God is helping me today. Won't you let Him help you?

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