Weekend
I don't mind if God never allows me to have another weekend like the one just past. It was the most painful I have ever lived through. I keep thinking I'm walking along a cliff edge and seeing the sheer drop is scary. Well this weekend I think I fell off and held on by my fingernails (and if you've ever seen my nails you'll know that was not holding on by much) only to be pulled up on the path again by my friends. I thank God for these hero's of mine that keep me in check.
I wakened this morning at 2.30 dozed again till 4.30 got up and finished the last 8 chapters of Job. I really liked the last chapter, 42. Listen to what I got back into bed with and slept till 7.30. Job says to God in 42:5 "God I had only heard about You before but now I have seen You with my own eyes". The very next verse is his turn around. Something happens when you see God.
I'm away walking now, going to see God, hope you see Him today too.
Love yas
5 Comments:
Hey Philip,
I just wanted to tell you how much you encourage me, and how glad I am to have you as a pastor. Thank you (and Jill) for obeying God and starting emmanuel... it really is a family and a true blessing to me, God's goodness shines in it! I feel at home when I'm at church, I love it!
I'm going to see God too now, love you.
indya
hey philip,
i try to get along to emmanuel on sunday nights when i can. just wanted to say how i've been blown away by your strength and love in the middle of profound despair, and in turn been in awe of God and of the love of the people in your church. praying for you.. psalm 7:10, 'My shield is God Most High, who saves the upright in heart'
Phil, you know God more than any human I have ever met. Draw near to your beloved friend and redeemer Jesus. I hope you met the Lord today as you walked. I think you did.
Steve Mac
Philip,
My heart is crying out to God for you after our chat this morning. I love you so much as a pastor, leader and friend. Your honesty draws me even closer to you and inspires me more than words can express. I'm praying and believing that this will become easier for you...not prayers for answers but for healing and restoration for your heart.
Big love
John Mc
hey Phil,
I have just been on for the first time and read all your messages and am amazed by your faith. it is amazing!! you have touched many of late, me included, with your courage and strength and i want to tell you that you're a great influence to everyone that knows you. You have showed me lately through your ways the importance of trusting in God at all times.
You're in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
love ya,
Aaron
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