Tag: #stillborn
Bitten… but not devoured.
by mattheaglass
“I am leaving you with a gift- peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” John 14:27 I have been pondering the darkness. We use this term in many ways, but as I have sat in my darkness, the Lord opened my eyes to a few things. He created … Read More Bitten… but not devoured.
Darkness
by mattheaglass
In the middle of darkness my hope remains. I have come to identify with Noah. Imagine what the atmosphere was like to wake up day after day in the ark, a giant coffin covered in black tar floating on the waves of a world wide flood with no land or sun in sight. Bone deep darkness. Imagine the fierce storm with thunder, lightning, and … Read More Darkness
Still My Soul Refused to Die
by mattheaglass
I’ve struggled with this post, writing, and re-writing. I’m still not able to express what I‘m feeling. This life has taught me that everyone has a story. Most stories lead us to ask, “Why does God allow suffering?” I’ve been asking that for over a year and want to share a thought. Well, not just the last year; honestly, I have not led a … Read More Still My Soul Refused to Die
What is in a name?
by mattheaglass
Most Americans are named because our parents like the sound of the name, whether it’s a family name or a popular name. What I love about many other cultures is that most people know what their name means. In the Bible, God’s name is significant. We are even familiar with some of them. Abba means Daddy, Jehova Jira the Provider, El Shaddai, God Almighty. … Read More What is in a name?
Identify the lie
by mattheaglass
In the days after I delivered Kai darkness pressed on me from every side. The stillness and quiet of the night became a living nightmare. My will to choose to believe the Lord exercised my faith. I’d like to say that it was easy, but it wasn’t. I wrote this to my friends and family on June 21, “To all who are grieving with … Read More Identify the lie
Blessed???
by mattheaglass
June 20, 2014 started out beautiful. Excitement filled the air as we put the infant carrier in the van, loaded our four other children in to take them to summer camp. Plagued by intermittent contractions for two days, I knew today would be the day. We would go to the doctor, and she would send us to the hospital to welcome our fourth boy … Read More Blessed???
Flourishing Faith 