Author Topic: Where Do You Draw Your Strength In Times of Trouble? (Read 19414 times)

glacier_71 · « **on:** March 16, 2009, 07:56:18 PM »

moment of sadness, suffering or pain can break any person. it strikes us at any time due to a loss, tragedy, separation, sickness or death. then we try to cope and get over with it. one day at a time. for many, to do it takes a lot of strength from yourself.

each person's experience of drawing strength is a learning pool for many. maybe, yours can be, too.

share now...that we may learn.

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hofelina · « **Reply #1 on:** March 16, 2009, 08:01:03 PM »

Yes, there are trying times in our lives, ikaw sa sugdi ang imong sugilanon, doy palihug!

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glacier_71 · « **Reply #2 on:** March 16, 2009, 08:14:41 PM »

to hear about my parents ' delicate condition, while i'm too far away from them, is very painfully hard. i always suffer nostalgia and am wanting to quit this place. but they need my help. and that makes things a bit heavy in my heart.
nonetheless, knowing the fact that they are "happy and alive" is good enough for me to be strong. as they're my inspiration, that God provides me in this freezing world. (kini sa lang).

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hofelina · « **Reply #3 on:** March 16, 2009, 08:21:22 PM »

Doy, I salute your strength. It happened to me, too. My mother was dying of lung cancer and the money I sent was used by my father for playing mahjong ( he is an inveterate gambler). My mother thought all the while I was not sending any amount, naka utang nagud ko sa bangko. Nabuking tanan pag uli nako kay ilobong na si Nanay.

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glacier_71 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 16, 2009, 09:53:04 PM »

thanks, hofelina.
your family experience has made me humbled. i wonder, how did you get through with that upon knowing you father squandered your money? must have been hard for you. things like this makes us strong indeed, if we trust in the power of the Almighty.

Keep my family in your prayers, Thanks.

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ms da binsi · « **Reply #5 on:** March 17, 2009, 03:43:19 AM »

Speaking of mingaw, sadness and ect, etc, i experienced panic attacks, almost nervous breakdown without any relative around in this strange world. But i learned to be tough, the toughest i can be, to survived to all that crisis , Glace. Now, I sometimes think that i am invincibly tough person, but i can somestimes feel that i have some weaknessess in me and i dont know what - maybe i dont want to be alone anymore...

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #6 on:** March 17, 2009, 05:08:06 AM »

I draw strength from My Lord My God.

I live in confidence with Psalm 27:1
"The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the protector of my life: of whom shall I be afraid?"

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hofelina · « **Reply #7 on:** March 17, 2009, 07:05:33 AM »

Belle, I got friends who helped, they were my classmates in my German course, an Irish and a Scottish guy.

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Bad Godesberg · « **Reply #8 on:** March 17, 2009, 07:43:44 AM »

In times of trouble , mosangpit ko kanunay sa atong Ginoo ug sa atong mahal na birhen then my family naa kanunay aron usab maka tabang sa panahon sa kalisod.

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10

+JLY

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fdaray · « **Reply #9 on:** March 17, 2009, 07:59:53 AM »

In times of of trouble, have peace of mind and draw near to God in silent meditation and prayer.

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glacier_71 · « **Reply #10 on:** March 17, 2009, 08:09:46 AM »

Speaking of mingaw, sadness and ect, etc, i experienced panic attacks, almost nervous breakdown without any relative around in this strange world. But i learned to be tough, the toughest i can be, to survived to all that crisis , Glace. I sometimes came to think that i am invincibly tough person, but i can somestimes feel that i have some weaknessess in me and i dont know what - maybe i dont want to be alone anymore...

the common thing between us is certainly being in the place where there's nobody we can turn to. it's very disappointing to think. yet you learn to cope and rise above the occasion. you're very brave. i don't know if i can handle what you've gone through, da bins, but i guess it's true He never gives us a load we can't carry. you're truly gifted with resilience and a persevering heart. happy st. patrick's day

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ms da binsi · « **Reply #11 on:** March 17, 2009, 09:03:21 AM »

Thank you Glace and

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glacier_71 · « **Reply #12 on:** March 26, 2009, 09:59:02 PM »

Thank you Glace and

that book you're holding looks good. The Road.

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kiamoy · « **Reply #13 on:** March 26, 2009, 11:23:08 PM »

I prayed. Ako gipagawas tanan. I questioned. I argued. And after that I made peace with Him and submitted..

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #14 on:** March 27, 2009, 01:21:40 AM »

You are a beautiful soul, Bem.

God Bless you, my friend.

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kiamoy · « **Reply #15 on:** March 27, 2009, 01:48:06 AM »

the funny thing ana lorz.. kay after I "fought", questioned then surrendered, ring lage dayun cellphone!! solved dayun ang problem. hahaha

sometimes, God has a way of letting us remember Him.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #16 on:** March 27, 2009, 01:59:25 AM »

The Lord does work in mysterious ways, Bem. From my experiences lang, bem, all my answers have been answered by HIM. Sure, not all of them went according to my expectations, but all have been answered according to HIS will. His plans.

Ang Ginoo is like a firm amahan that will always listen to our cries. His answers to our prayers may not correlate with our expectations, etc, but they are meant to strengthen us. He has a plan jud for each and every single one of us.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #17 on:** March 27, 2009, 02:02:32 AM »

This reminds me of the parable Jesus talks about the lost sheep. Jesus tell us that God The Father is like the sheppard who will stop and look for that 1 lost sheep. Even if 99 sheep follow the sheppard, the sheppard will still look and search for that 1 sheep that has gone astray.

When we analyze this parable, there is so much depth and revelation in it that sometimes, we are, by conviction, fall on our knees and give thanks.

Am happy for you Bem. God Is good bitaw. Everyday.

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Bad Godesberg · « **Reply #18 on:** March 27, 2009, 06:09:16 AM »

If you are really eager to give, it isnâ€™t important how much you are able to give.
God wants you to give what you have, not what you donâ€™t have.
2 Corinthians 8:12

"But they that wait upon the LORD
shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings as EAGLES
they shall run, and not be weary;
and they shall walk, and not faint" ( Isaiah 40:31 )

+JLY

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hofelina · « **Reply #19 on:** March 27, 2009, 06:16:41 AM »

To be alone in a foreign country is tough. I got new found friends but not really the type you can pour your heart out. Dili lalim, kay morag kadtong panahona layo ang Ginoo.

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Bad Godesberg · « **Reply #20 on:** March 27, 2009, 07:04:25 AM »

Tinuod ka ate tess, dili lalim , usahay makaingon ka ana .
Sa paglabay sa panahon maka ila gihapon Â´ta sa atong Ginoo, just beside us, naghulat lang na mudool ug mo sangpit kita sa kanya. Marunong lang tayo tumawag sa kanya.
GOD IS with us always !

Hinaut nga sa makausa pa atong mabati ang Balaang Espiritu nga ana kanato nga atong nadawat diha sa atong bunyag. Siya ang maghatag kanato ug kalig-on aron makapadayon kita sa pag-alagad sa Dios ug sa iyang mga katawhan. Hinaut nga dili nato kini igsapayan kay nasayud kita nga pinaagi sa giya sa Balaang Espiritu makadangat kita ngadto sa lapyahan sa kaluwasan.

+JLY

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glacier_71 · « **Reply #21 on:** March 27, 2009, 07:17:12 AM »

the funny thing ana lorz.. kay after I "fought", questioned then surrendered, ring lage dayun cellphone!! solved dayun ang problem. hahaha

sometimes, God has a way of letting us remember Him.

praise God, kiams

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TOPAC · « **Reply #22 on:** March 27, 2009, 08:28:04 AM »

from God, whoelse?

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kiamoy · « **Reply #23 on:** March 27, 2009, 08:43:00 AM »

Mao nang mahadlok jud ko magsolo ug abroad.. i am not brave enough..

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TOPAC · « **Reply #24 on:** March 27, 2009, 12:58:03 PM »

sometimes, i draw my strength on bondpapers. if the budget permits, i use canvas from national bookstore.

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #25 on:** March 28, 2009, 04:05:38 AM »

This is one of my favorite verses that I keep close to my heart.

Psalm 27: 1-5

The Lord is my light and my salvation;
whom do I fear?
The Lord is my life's refuge;
of whom am I afraid?

When evildoers come at me
to devour my flesh,
These my enemies and foes
themselves stumble and fall.

Though an army encamp against me,
my heart does not fear;
Though war be waged against me,
even do I trust.

One thing I ask of the Lord;
this I seek:
To dwell in the Lord's house
all the days of my life,
to gaze on the Lord's beauty,
to visit His temple.

For God will hide me in his shelter
in time of my trouble
Will conceal me in the cover of His tent;
and set me high upon a rock.

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hofelina · « **Reply #26 on:** March 28, 2009, 04:08:03 AM »

I have my rosary, my partner.

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windgate · « **Reply #27 on:** March 28, 2009, 04:08:50 AM »

let it be - the beatles

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Moyhua · « **Reply #28 on:** March 28, 2009, 05:54:17 AM »

Where Do You Draw Your Strength In Times of Trouble?

To Him and Mama Mary.

It was really tough since I don't have relatives too here in BC. It made my brave and stubborn. I am just thankful to my husband's relatives, their emotional and spiritual support.

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janjan · « **Reply #29 on:** March 28, 2009, 06:30:17 AM »

to HIM

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swakee · « **Reply #30 on:** March 28, 2009, 10:53:29 PM »

sangpit jud ni Lord permi

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glacier_71 · « **Reply #31 on:** March 29, 2009, 11:08:27 AM »

many times a prayer and a talk with a friend do a big miracle to me

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willmerit · « **Reply #32 on:** March 29, 2009, 01:48:52 PM »

to HIM, daghan na jud kog mga pangaliya nga IYANG gitubag, dili man diha2 dayon but gitubag jud. PRAISE THE LORD!!!

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windgate · « **Reply #33 on:** March 29, 2009, 02:04:43 PM »

to HIM, daghan na jud kog mga pangaliya nga IYANG gitubag, dili man diha2 dayon but gitubag jud. PRAISE THE LORD!!!

Ija man jud nang tubagon tanan. Ug ihatag, ang tubag ana "yes". ug di ihatag, ang tubag ana "no"

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willmerit · « **Reply #34 on:** March 29, 2009, 02:06:42 PM »

very funny lol!

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Lorenzo · « **Reply #35 on:** March 29, 2009, 03:32:33 PM »

to HIM, daghan na jud kog mga pangaliya nga IYANG gitubag, dili man diha2 dayon but gitubag jud. PRAISE THE LORD!!!

Amen, Amen and Amen.

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Bad Godesberg · « **Reply #36 on:** March 30, 2009, 05:19:43 AM »

God Is My Strength
Psalm 28:7

God is my strength and shield, and my provider,
A strong deliverer at my right hand.
And in an alien place though there are giants
We'll win the victory, when He commands.

Oh how perfect are Your works O Lord
How majestic is Your way
He who heals all our diseases
Is the glorious Ancient of Days.

+JLY

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TOPAC · « **Reply #37 on:** March 30, 2009, 10:02:44 AM »

I have my rosary, my partner.

duha na ka-rosaryohan nawa nako.

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Bad Godesberg · « **Reply #38 on:** March 31, 2009, 06:48:05 AM »

duha na ka-rosaryohan nawa nako.

try to get one again ug naay blessing ang rosary para sa imo... always keep it with you.
Please, take a moment and watch this short video. It will inspire you to not only say YOUR rosary, but to lead others to this wonderful devotion!

The Miracle of the Rosary! The rosary is our weapon! It is also our comfort!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dq08Ljzc36Q&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cukierski.net%2Frosaries.shtml&feature=player_embedded

May the Miracle and Blessings of the Rosary be with you !

+JLY

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Bad Godesberg · « **Reply #39 on:** March 31, 2009, 06:56:53 AM »

duha na ka-rosaryohan nawa nako.

The 15 Promises by the Blessed Virgin Mary to all of those who fervently pray the Rosary.

1. Whoever shall faithfully serve me by the recitation of the Rosary shall receive signal graces.

2. I promise my special protection and the greatest graces to all those who shall recite the Rosary.

3. The Rosary shall be a powerful armor against Hell; it will destroy vice, decrease sin, and defeat heresies.

4. It will cause virtue and good works to flourish; it will obtain for souls the abundant mercy of God; it will withdraw the hearts of men from the love of the world and its vanities and will lift them to the desire of eternal things. Oh, that souls would sanctify themselves by this means!

5. The soul which recommends itself to me by the recitation of the Rosary shall not perish.

6. Whoever shall recite the Rosary devoutly, applying himself to the consideration of its Sacred Mysteries, shall never be conquered by misfortune. God will not chastise him in His justice; he shall not perish by an unprovided death; if he be just, he shall remain in the grace of God and become worthy of eternal life.

7. Whoever shall have a true devotion for the Rosary shall not die without the Sacraments of the Church.

8. Those who are faithful to recite the Rosary shall have during their life and at their death the light of God and the plentitude of His graces; at the moment of death they shall participate in the merits of the Saints in Paradise.

9. I shall deliver from Purgatory those who have been devoted to the Rosary.

10. The faithful children of the Rosary shall merit a high degree of glory in Heaven.

11. YOU SHALL OBTAIN ALL YOU ASK OF ME BY THE RECITATION OF THE ROSARY.

12. All those who propagate the Holy Rosary shall be aided by me in their necessities.

13. I have obtained from my Divine Son that all the advocates of the Rosary shall have for intercessors the entire Celestial Court during their life and at the hour of death.

14. All who recite the Rosary are my sons, and brothers of my only Son, Jesus Christ.

15. Devotion to my Rosary is a great sign of predestination.

WHEN WE WORK, WE WORK.
WHEN WE PRAY, GOD WORKS!!!
"...With God all things are possible"
(St. Mathew 19: 26)

"For without Me, you can do nothing"
(St. John 15: 5)

"Because no word shall be impossible with God"
(St. Luke 1: 37)

+JLY

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