We found out this weekend that we lost the baby at 8 weeks old. We find our comfort in knowing that God had a much more divine purpose for this baby in heaven than on earth. In our small group last night we studied John 9 about God making the blind man see. This verse stood out to me ...
John 9:1-5
"And as Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was blind from his birth. And his disciples asked him, saying, Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born blind? Jesus answered, Neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents: but that the works of God should be made manifest in him. I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world."
When something like this happens we always ask "why". We always think we did something wrong and are being punished. But that is not at all true! This verse gives the answer to all of our "why" questions. "So that the work of God should be made manifest in him." Everything happens for a reason. And God chose to bring this little babies soul to heaven a little early for a reason. We know we will meet our baby soon enough =)
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Ryan and Angela,
Our hearts go out to you. We can't imagine what you are feeling, but know that we are praying for you and your family. And someday you will get to see your baby again, praise God for that.
Angela, I came here to encourage you but instead am encouraged by you! I am so glad that you're trusting our dear Lord in this. Hugs to you during this sad time. I will always remember this little baby, another niece or nephew of mine waiting to greet us in heaven. Love you!
Angela, nothing brings more comfort to a grieveing heart than the words of our heavenly Father. You are completely right in the fact that God had a plan much greater for your little baby. He created this precious baby so he could enter into fellowhip with Himself! Which is an amazing thought. The Lord will strengthen you both throughout this and draw you closer to him. Our babies are where the Lord created them to be and we will definitely see them again one day. I am praying for you and your family.
I literally just got off the phone with Kourtni, and she told me the sad news. I am so sorry to hear it!! But I am thankful you are being comforted and encouraged as you mourn the loss of your little one. Praise God for the comfort and knowledge He gives us of His perfect plan.
We'll be praying for you and your family.
Oh Angela, having gone through the same thing in late July, I know how painful it can be. You have a great attitude and I'm sure you are blessing others with such and incredible persepective. Our God is good and brings comfort to those who need it. I too was blessed by the same study when we did it in our small groups last week. I'm sure our babies are resting peacefully in the Lord's arms.
Angela,
I'm so very sorry for you and your family. I truly cannot imagine what you are going through, but I praise God that you have Him to lean on through this trial. And you are right--someday you will meet this little one, and that will be a special day. Will be praying for you.
Angela your words are so encouraging and your perspective is wonderful. I will keep you and your little family in my prayers.
In Christ's love,
Janelle
Angela, you would think that having been through this myself several times I would know the perfect words to say... but I don't think such words exsist. I'm really very sorry for your loss. I'm so thankful you have your faith and that you're trusting in God's mighty plan. Thinking of you...
Angela... my heart broke for you so much on Monday night when you told us the news. I have been grieving for you ever since... and for the baby you and Ryan lost... and for the fact that you have to go through this painful time. I have also been thinking though about our Bible Study monday night... and how we were talking about why we go through certain things... and I feel certain that this experience will help you to reach other women in an incredible way. Who knows... it could even be me someday... we never know what the Lord has in store for us, but I know he has amazing things planned for you through your testimony.
I am so happy we have become friends and are going to get to know each other more and more over this year. Thanks for the email, as soon as I get a moment where Sam is NOT slobbering and pounding all over the key board, I'll write you back!
I am so, so sorry for your loss. My heart is just so sad. Please know that you are in my thoughts and that I will praying for you and your precious family.
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