| RIP Robin Williams |
Today’s guest post comes from my friend
Becky. Becky is one of those down-to-earth moms with great perspective and a positive attitude. Her blog doesn’t currently have a recent post, that’s only because she’s been busy living the stories that she will someday get a chance to sit down and type out for all of you to read. These days, she’s purposefully raising kids who are thoughtful, funny and love the Lord. I think those conditions
will make for the best stories! This post
came from her Facebook wall after the news had been released about the death of
actor and comedian Robin Williams last night.
I wanted to write a post, but found hers to be just what I was thinking,
and even more! Here are her inspiring
words:
Becky. Becky is one of those down-to-earth moms with great perspective and a positive attitude. Her blog doesn’t currently have a recent post, that’s only because she’s been busy living the stories that she will someday get a chance to sit down and type out for all of you to read. These days, she’s purposefully raising kids who are thoughtful, funny and love the Lord. I think those conditions
will make for the best stories! This post
came from her Facebook wall after the news had been released about the death of
actor and comedian Robin Williams last night.
I wanted to write a post, but found hers to be just what I was thinking,
and even more! Here are her inspiring
words:
I feel very deeply for
the family of Robin Williams. I am so sad for all of us whose lives have been
shaken by suicide. This kind of news breaks open wounds that were healing.
the family of Robin Williams. I am so sad for all of us whose lives have been
shaken by suicide. This kind of news breaks open wounds that were healing.
Everyone is wondering,
“how could this happen to someone who appeared so joyful?!” …Let
this be a reminder to all of us: do not put your faith and happiness into
things that perish; relationships, money, fame, alcohol, religious works, etc.
There is truly One way to lasting joy, peace, and life.. Jesus Christ.
“how could this happen to someone who appeared so joyful?!” …Let
this be a reminder to all of us: do not put your faith and happiness into
things that perish; relationships, money, fame, alcohol, religious works, etc.
There is truly One way to lasting joy, peace, and life.. Jesus Christ.
I have experienced life
on both sides. For 22 years I tried to navigate this world on my own. I hated
not knowing what the purpose of living was. I hated not understanding my
feelings and my longing for something more. I hated trying to convince myself
that I was a good person when my thoughts and desires clearly proved me wrong.
When I met Jesus, I experienced true forgiveness and peace. I’ve never known
anything like it. The veil was lifted and I was given a new heart just like the
Bible promises. That’s why they call it “born again”, you are, in the
realest sense, given a new life. The changes in me were immediate. Those
closest to me saw that something was different. Most of them didn’t like it. I didn’t
laugh at the same things, I chose not to participate in the same things. My
desire became doing what was pleasing to God. Afterall, when someone does
something so wonderful for you, in this case literally saving my life, don’t
you want to do whatever you can to show your gratitude?!? The past 7 years I
have been molding my life to be more like my Savior. Many, many times I have
failed miserably. I don’t feel I am perfect or better or holier than anyone. I’m
just forgiven and forever grateful. I make mistakes every single day, but God
is a loving Father and He forgives me and gives me whatever I need to move
forward victoriously. But I have to ASK for that. Repentance is required. A
turning from sin is required. Obedience is required. Does that sound like too
much? Believe me, it’s not.
on both sides. For 22 years I tried to navigate this world on my own. I hated
not knowing what the purpose of living was. I hated not understanding my
feelings and my longing for something more. I hated trying to convince myself
that I was a good person when my thoughts and desires clearly proved me wrong.
When I met Jesus, I experienced true forgiveness and peace. I’ve never known
anything like it. The veil was lifted and I was given a new heart just like the
Bible promises. That’s why they call it “born again”, you are, in the
realest sense, given a new life. The changes in me were immediate. Those
closest to me saw that something was different. Most of them didn’t like it. I didn’t
laugh at the same things, I chose not to participate in the same things. My
desire became doing what was pleasing to God. Afterall, when someone does
something so wonderful for you, in this case literally saving my life, don’t
you want to do whatever you can to show your gratitude?!? The past 7 years I
have been molding my life to be more like my Savior. Many, many times I have
failed miserably. I don’t feel I am perfect or better or holier than anyone. I’m
just forgiven and forever grateful. I make mistakes every single day, but God
is a loving Father and He forgives me and gives me whatever I need to move
forward victoriously. But I have to ASK for that. Repentance is required. A
turning from sin is required. Obedience is required. Does that sound like too
much? Believe me, it’s not.
Two years ago next month
will mark the darkest day I have ever known. My little brother, a person very dear
to me whom I loved and admired very much, took his own life. God was so loving
and gracious to me during that time and since as I am still healing. I don’t
know how I would have ever gotten through that nightmare without Gods peace
which passes all understanding. I am still not totally through it and news like
this celebrity death bring flooding back very painful memories from that day.
will mark the darkest day I have ever known. My little brother, a person very dear
to me whom I loved and admired very much, took his own life. God was so loving
and gracious to me during that time and since as I am still healing. I don’t
know how I would have ever gotten through that nightmare without Gods peace
which passes all understanding. I am still not totally through it and news like
this celebrity death bring flooding back very painful memories from that day.
I guess the point I’m
trying to make in this very long post is that I have experienced suicide and I
have experienced life with and without any answers. Some of you may read this
and roll your eyes and write me off as using this tragedy to push religion on
others. Although my intent is not to push anything on anyone, least of all a
“religion”, I am offering the way to hope and peace and joy because I
have personally experienced it and it is a REAL thing. I love you all.. what
kind of a person would I be to find something so wonderful and something that
actually works and not share it?!? Jesus Christ is the only medicine for a
broken heart and a broken soul. You have a choice to lay down your pride and
arrogance and self-loving ways.. or dont. I have never since that day regretted
dying to myself and living for Christ. Not once. Please don’t tune me out at
the mention of His name. You have no idea what you have been missing if you don’t
know Christ’s love and forgiveness. You have everything to lose by choosing to
ignore this message.
trying to make in this very long post is that I have experienced suicide and I
have experienced life with and without any answers. Some of you may read this
and roll your eyes and write me off as using this tragedy to push religion on
others. Although my intent is not to push anything on anyone, least of all a
“religion”, I am offering the way to hope and peace and joy because I
have personally experienced it and it is a REAL thing. I love you all.. what
kind of a person would I be to find something so wonderful and something that
actually works and not share it?!? Jesus Christ is the only medicine for a
broken heart and a broken soul. You have a choice to lay down your pride and
arrogance and self-loving ways.. or dont. I have never since that day regretted
dying to myself and living for Christ. Not once. Please don’t tune me out at
the mention of His name. You have no idea what you have been missing if you don’t
know Christ’s love and forgiveness. You have everything to lose by choosing to
ignore this message.
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