"Life is lived forward, but understood backward. It is not until we are down the road and we stand on the mountain looking back through the valley that we can appreciate the terrain God has allowed us to scale.” Jill Savage

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Sunday - My gift to you.



THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:




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38 comments:

Vee said...

Great though to which I add a hearty "Amen!"

Anonymous said...

Happy Sonday Sandie....may the LORD hold you close, and whisper in your ear, how great you are to him, and how much he loves you...

Melanie said...

What an inspirational video, Sandie! We can never give up!

Changes in the wind said...

What a great example of courage!

Shelly said...

Very inspiring! Thank you!

Susan said...

Okay, Sandie. Now you did it. Just watched the video, before church. Tears are streaming down my face and my eye make-up is all smudged. But it was worth it to see the inspiration of that athlete.

And of course, his father,like our Heavenly Father, was there to help in his moment of difficulty.

Thank you, dear Sandie, and may your Sunday be blessed. Susan

Bev said...

Thanks for the inspirational thoughts!! Happy Sunday to you!!

betty said...

I'll come back and watch the video later; on my way out the door in a few minutes to church; but I do agree, God gives us so much more than we deserve, he blesses us in each and every aspect of our lives!! enjoy the day!

betty

Coloring Outside the Lines said...

This video is very inspiring and shows the love of a parent. Thanks for sharing Sandie!

Sharon said...

How blessed I am to have a heavenly Father who holds me up through all of life's many struggles, and who will help me get to the finish line of my race.

GOD BLESS!

Granny Annie said...

Our Father takes us to the finish line whether we want him to or not. Amen and Thank you Sandie:)

The Brown Recluse (TBR) said...

The first time I saw that video, I cried...the second time (this time) I cried. Very touching moment...and a standing ovation.

And yes..thank You God!

TARYTERRE said...

The DETERMINATION of this young man and his father's support brought tears to my eyes. INSPIRATIONAL, indeed.

Ginny Hartzler said...

An amazing video, and symbolic of how our Father picks us up!!!! It also doesn't hurt to hear Josh Grobin singing in the background, I am a Grobanite!!!

Grandma Bonnie said...

Thank you for the inspiration. Happy Sunday.

Tiffanee said...

Sandie, This video so touched my heart. It was one year ago today that I broke through security to get to my son who finished a 2 mile race fighting with everything he had and collapsing at the finish line. So this really hit home. I know for a fact unseen hands helped drag his body to that finish line. Since that day after many tests discovered he has a mitichondrial disorder, which makes his passion for running much harder. Yesterday I sat in the exact same stands very nervous watching him run the exact same race only with an amazing finish! He didn't win, but came in 11th with a new personal record by 14 seconds, but finished so strong! God doess bless us so much and I'm so thankful for that knowledge. Thanks for the amazing reminder and good cry!!

The Boston Lady said...

Oh wow. What a tremendous story of perseverence and love. Thanks again Sandie for touching my heart and inspiring my mind and spirit. Ann

Wendy said...

Fabulous post re: perserverance. Love your blog x

Lois Christensen said...

Amen! I love Saturday's post! Great info! Enjoy your Sunday!

Stacy said...

Thank you for sharing such a beautiful video....and the picture of the sweet little donkey. I "heart" donkeys.

Enjoy the rest of the Lord's day with a smile on your face and a song in your heart.

Ann said...

A touching video. He has determination and that in itself makes him a winner

BelovedBomber said...

Thanks for stopping by my blog. I look forward to getting to know you. As a former school teacher, homeschooling was the last thing I ever planned on doing. God has a sense of humor...I love your video today! We are going to fall down in life but getting back up and finishing the race speaks to our character and dependence upon Christ. Thanks so much for sharing!

Debbie said...

goosebumps....you never know how strong you are, till being strong's your only choice!!

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

This was a powerful video of true grit and determination! Thanks so much for sharing it!

Linda @ Life and Linda said...

Great inspiration. We could use some in our lives. Thanks for sharing. Linda

Buttercup said...

Thanks for all the inspiring things you share. Take good care and have a good week!

Cher' Shots said...

Thanks so much for visiting my blog. NO the frog floating is not my pic I found it via the net. Please stop back ~ If you check it out now you will see what I was like. LOL
'hugs from afar'

Michaele said...

My heart sings and hurts at the same time. Happy Sunday to you too.

jack69 said...

SWEET seems to be the word of the day. Thanks for the posting. Sending good thoughts your way from North Carolina!!!!

Shug said...

I certainly enjoyed my visit here today..
hugs

Jim said...

An elderly friend of mine who died at age 99 often told of his 'vision.'

He fell in the bathroom one evening when he was sick. When he regained his senses he saw in big bold letters all around the top of the room this message: N E V E R .. G I V E .. U P.

"You will go to sleep faster if you read a book first." I have tested this and found that I go to sleep faster watching TV.

I go to sleep around the same time when I am praying and seem to sleep much better.
..

Jim said...

An elderly friend of mine who died at age 99 often told of his 'vision.'

He fell in the bathroom one evening when he was sick. When he regained his senses he saw in big bold letters all around the top of the room this message:
N E V E R .. G I V E .. U P.

"You will go to sleep faster if you read a book first." I have tested this and found that I go to sleep faster watching TV.

I go to sleep around the same time when I am praying and seem to sleep much better.
..

Nancy said...

I think it may be time for a full body lift! :)

Catherine said...

Very inspirational indeed! Tears in my eyes ~ so beautiful!

Wishing you a wonderful week my friend!
xo Catherine

momto8 said...

I am saving this to show my kids. wow...so powerful. i cried with him. thank you.

Maria@BubblegumandDuctTape said...

You always have the most beautiful things Sandie, loved it.

Debby@Just Breathe said...

Hope your Sunday was perfect and have a wonderful week dear friend.

Wendy M said...

This one brought a tear to both my own and my husband's eye. Hubby going through difficult time and this hit on his heart. Thank you for sharing :D