HELPLESSNESS

In my computer room I am surrounded with many family pictures and many good memories.

Good news that Mary is showing improvement.  I was out in the yard when you called Sandra and dad was having a nap but that certainly is a big relief to hear Mary will soon be able to go home where she will have excellent care I know!

Dad had a bike ride and then we went to look at electric bikes but they were not the right ones.
We had a visit from Cathy and got caught up with the family news and her success at school.
We got so busy talking we did not even have a cup of tea.  We even discussed religion a controversial and sensitive subject at the best of times!

A busy week-end with a house warming, a shower and a birthday party.

We all have different problems, some that make us feel helpless and especially when it concerns family.   

I am reading about Ole Hallesby who was imprisoned for his resistance to the Nazi regime.  He writes   "Do not be anxious because of your helplessness.  Above all do not let it prevent you from praying.  Helplessness is the real secret and the impelling power of prayer; for it is then we can open our hearts to Jesus, and let him help us in our distress, according to his grace and mercy."

A brave man who lived what he believed and he spoke out of humility and a passionate belief';  that I feel I can trust.

Our very state of mind can be transformed and lifted out of confusion if through prayer we feel comfort and guidance and a ability to be more loving.

Our continual mistake is that we are unable to concentrate on the present and so we do not observe that life is flowing through us and the deepest cries of our hearts are being heard and are being answered although we do not know or understand but are called to watch and pray and believe and receive. 

Each day is a gift of grace that can teach us and also free us.
 We all have a lot to learn about ourselves and about trying to understand others.

Prayer helps.
 Prayer helps me to accept what I cannot change and be patient for the changes that will come sometimes unexpected.
Prayer is a way I express my love for others.