Our family woke up thankful this morning; very thankful to be alive and to have all 7 of us. While on our way to dinner with my brother’s family, who was visiting this weekend, we were involved in an accident that miraculously didn’t injure any of us, save a few backaches. Upon having a green arrow to turn left, we and the car next next to us began to pull into the intersection to turn. A gentleman ran a red light (he was driving into the blinding sunset, and could not see the light, he said) and took out the front end of our vehicle. The man driving the other car is fine as well, thanks to the fact that The Preacher hit the breaks when he did. A moment later and my husband and baby boy #5 would not be with us. It’s humbling. Life is so fleeting and fragile, is it not? I’m so thankful that our lives are in the hands of the Lord.
I’m rejoicing in the mercy and sovereignty of our God. I’m rejoicing that our five children, though shook up and emotional, were a delight to bystanders who came to help and offer blankets. I’m rejoicing that the baby stayed content in his carseat, and simply dozed off in the whole debacle. I’m rejoicing that all 7 of us are healthy and well. I’m rejoicing that there’s so much to be thankful for, even in hardships.
The Preacher is preaching through Philippians at our church. He gave an intro to the book yesterday and spoke on joy, as seen in the life and testimony of the Apostle Paul. “I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.” (Phil. 4:12b)…”Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” (Phil. 4:4)
What an example we have, to pursue thanksgiving and contentment, finding that there is nothing, save the Grace of God, embodied in Christ, that serves as our source of joy and satisfaction in the midst of all things. Praise God!
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So grateful to our protector, GOD, for your safety Ruth!
I woke up early this morning praising our God, and couldn’t stop thanking Him.
Thank you for calling me yesterday concerning the accident and allowed Baba and I prayed for you.
The sovereign God is in control, let’s bow our heads before Him….
I love you, my daughter.
Ps. I have just sent you an email this morning.
Im praising God with you!!!
WOW! Praising the Lord for His protection over you all! So glad everyone is ok! Hugs all around! <3
oh by the way the first thing kenny noticed when i showed him the pics on my phone last night in bed was “troy’s packin”. i mean, you can barely see it. but funny.
God uses everything to bring us closer to Him, and on top of the first most wonderful, amazing thankful thing–that you are ALL safe–then He goes on a step further and He shows you the beauty in it.
PTL for your safety and protection! What an ordeal. for you all.
I’m so thankful you are all safe & alive as well. I praise Him for His protection over your precious family & the other driver. Praying you feel His love in an extra special way this day.
Praise God! Blessings to you and your family!
Wow! So thankful for a positive outcome to what could have a tragedy. I will remember your boys in prayer that they will not experience fear in the aftermath of the accident.
Thank you all for your kindness and care. We are so grateful!
Ruth,
God is Good!! He hids us under the shadow of his wings & protects us! So happy you are all doing well!
I’m clearly not doing a very good job staying current on blog reading and much worse and leaving comments.
Praise be to God for His mercy toward you and your family! I’m sorry for the loss of the vehicle, but what a small loss, really.
Hugs to you all.