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   Nancy Hull on July 17, 2016 at 3:16 pm

   Thanks for sharing your heart Rayna. What a heart felt expression of falling into Gods arms and trusting him.

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     Rayna Neises on July 17, 2016 at 5:10 pm

     Thanks Nancy!
     Blessings,
     Rayna

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   Marlene on July 18, 2016 at 3:22 pm

   I can say ditto, ditto. God shows me His love through my grandchildren! When I see them, they run to me with open arms, a huge smile, and jump into my arms or give me a big hug and I know they are delighted to see me! It seems to me, that every bit of wear and tear that has been on me, just melts away as I receive their love and then give some of my own back! That’s a display of the Father’s love for me!
   Rayna, when my Dad passed away, the grace of God was so tangible. He gave me the ability to let go with peace and joy knowing His race was over and I was picking up the baton to carry the family legacy (in part) fulfilling what he asked us to do. I had peace for I had been there for him. I had joy because he was now in heaven, pain free and happy and I had purpose because I knew their was still work for me to do…in a way, some of it, for him. I have had very little grief, in a sense. As the apostle Paul said, we don’t grieve the way the world does. Do I miss him, absolutely. But God has been gracious to me in the way that He has comforted me by giving me His gifts of peace and joy. May God continue to bless you and sustain you and keep you in His perfect peace. I love reading what you write, it’s so beautifully said from the heart!

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     Rayna Neises on July 18, 2016 at 4:23 pm

     Thanks so much Marlene, your words of kindness are greatly appreciated! I also appreciate you sharing your experience with losing your dad.
     Blessings,
     Rayna

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   Kierstin on July 19, 2016 at 10:44 am

   Beautiful lesson and image. <3 Thank you for sharing!

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     Rayna Neises on July 19, 2016 at 2:05 pm

     Thanks Kierstin!

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   Detola on July 19, 2016 at 2:40 pm

   Thanks for this. God shows me his love when he sends people to encourage me especially on days I am down. He shows me his love through my children as well.

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     Rayna Neises on July 19, 2016 at 3:23 pm

     Thanks for visiting my blog Detola, I’m glad that it was an encouragement to you!
     Blessings
     Rayna

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   Mary Rettig on July 19, 2016 at 5:46 pm

   Thanks Rayna. Losing a parent his hard. I loss my day 23 years ago and mom 21/2 years ago. So sweet with your grandson.

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     Rayna Neises on July 19, 2016 at 9:20 pm

     Thanks Mary!

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