I could not pick a specific disappointment in my life. I have to admitt I have not had many major ones but I have had a lot of small ones. Being under my parents wing till I find mine they have told me “NO” to several activities, parties, people…. Though iIwalk away upset and disappointed there has not been a time I haven’t gone back to them and thanked them for saying “NO” even though they knew it would disappoint me. As an adult I hope I will respond to God the same way when disappointments come my way. : )
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Hey Madeline,
I was so thrilled to see your blog…and of course looking so lovely.
I was reading your posts and thinking how proud I am of you that you are willing to turn your focus inward and commit to having your heart be pleasing to God. I know that God will meet you in all your disappointments, now and in the future…because we all know there are plenty more to come, however, the really cool thing about God is that He will work these all to His glory and purposes and make them to be a tool for molding you into a sweet and pleasing servant for his kingdom.
Thank you for coming to spend some time with us on Friday. I know I meant so much to Lauren. Lots of Love, Aunt Karie
This is an impressive reflection, Madeline. I love you, girl! Keep up the good work. I’m sure that heart can’t help but be pleasing to the Lord.
This is a very profound statement Madeline. It has made me reflect on some of my own disappointments that have come my way in the past few months, It wasn’t until I remembered I am not in control of this God is and he has a plan in place and all we can do is follow. That took the pressure I was feeling the anxiety I had and my fears away like a wave. Sometimes we don’t know why we have disappointments but we should accept that there is a reason and a lesson to be learned from it. He blesses us with people in our lives for reasons we do not know, some for hours some for days some for life these are special gifts to be cherished.
I love you sweet pea Auntie Gretchie
I would wish that you never have to experience disappointments Madeline, but then I think you would miss out on some valueable learnings – about yourself, others and God. Unfortunately, I think disappointments will happen. It is how you handle a disappointment that is important. You cannot control the event that created the disappointment but you can control your reaction. You have been blessed with a strong and caring heart and the knowledge and belief in a faith that will guide you always if you listen. As you have learned, disappointments are often blessings and/or opportunities in disguise. You sound grateful for the “no”s you have heard. Great learning.
Love you bunches,
Gammie