Prayer request

[John M]

Hi

I have a prayer request for the group. I am going through a very difficult time right now. For many months now, my wife and I have not been getting along. On May 13, we got into a argument that unfortunately necessitated the calling of the police. The result was that I ended up in jail for 4 days. Since my release, I have been living in a homeless shelter. I cannot go back to my apartment so I have to find another place to live.

I am typing this from an Internet cafe in downtown Toronto.

Please pray that God will keep me safe at the shelter, pray that I am able to find another place to live soon, and pray that God will give me the strength to deal with all the emotional pain that I am dealing with have right now.

I will try to check back when I have a chance.

Thanks,
John

[Hank and Dot]

John,

We are very sorry about all the difficulties you are experiencing.

You certainly have our prayers.

We don't always know how our friends or neighbors are suffering in their private lives, but we do know that God will never leave you.

May you feel strengthened by all the prayers that will be offered on your behalf.

Hank and Dot

[Nancy]

John,

I am so sorry to hear of your troubles. You are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.

As always,
Nancy

[tree]

Hang in there John. We'll all be rooting for you during this difficult time in your life.

[Sandi Moses]

Isn't it wonderful that we can come to this board and ask for prayer when we need it?

Remember that God "will never leave you nor forsake you." Seek Him and rely on Him to work things out for you. You will definitely be in my prayers.

I hope you have local resources that can assist you in your time of need.

Sandi

[Erich]

Hi John

I'm very sorry to hear of your problems. Things will get better for you if you just follow where the Lord leads you. It is sometimes completely different than where we want to go. When one door is closed He will open another!

God Bless

Erich

[mpatton]

John,

While I nor anyone can provide advice from a distance you will be in my prayers. I will pray that you two will be able to solve the differences and solve the issues in a way that allows you both to find happyness and God's peace and will.

Michael

[zeta]

John,
I am so saddened to hear your situations right now. I hope and pray things get better for you.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Zeta

[Lori]

Hi John,

I’m so sorry to hear of all the difficulties you are going through…
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lori

[shing]

John,

I hope when you are able to check this thread, that you will find yourself in a better situation, with courage to move ahead in your life. I'm sorry for all the trouble you're experiencing right now. I often think of the Reverend Mother on the Sound of Music and the counsel she gave Maria. "Whenever a door closes, somehow, (God) opens a window". Search Him out, then keep Him always in your thoughts and prayers throughout your life, and He will turn this to your good.

Shawna

[happymom]

Hi John-

I will pray for you that God will give you strength and provide for you in this scary situation. Feel comfort that God takes care of his children, even if it isn't the way we expect.

Julie

[John M]

Hi

Thank you for all your prayers.

I am no longer at the homeless shelter. I am staying with the Pastor of my church for the next week. I still have to find a permanent place to live. I am still dealing with the emotional pain.

Please keep praying.

Thanks,
John

[Sandi Moses]

mccfraser said:

Hi

Thank you for all your prayers.

I am no longer at the homeless shelter. I am staying with the Pastor of my church for the next week. I still have to find a permanent place to live. I am still dealing with the emotional pain.

Please keep praying.

Thanks,
John

John, I'm confident that all of us in the TOPS forum are relieved that you are out of the homeles shelter and in a safe place, even if it's only temporary. Not as relieved as you are, though!!!

I will certainly keep you in my prayers as you begin the healing and restoration process and try to decipher what God has for you next.

Remember Psalm 23:4. You walk through the valley of the shadow of death. It might seem like you are stuck in it forever, but you will come out on the other side. And when you turn around to look where you have been you will only see one set of footprints in the sand. They won't be yours.

Sandi

[Deb]

John,

I just saw this thread for the first time.
I'm separated, and know a little of your pain and confusion.
I've just stopped and prayed for peace for you.
Life can seem like a real mess at times, but remember, God isn't upset.
He has a plan, and it's a good one.

Blessings,

Debbie

[talfighel]

John,

You have my prayers and I hope that everything will work out ok for you.

Tal

[John M]

Hi

Here is another update. The news is not good. I have found a permanent place to live but the emotional pain has become too much to bear. I going to try to check myself into a hospital before things get worse.

Please continue to pray for me.

Thanks,
John

[cindi]

You have a "family" with us. We will keep you in our prays.

Cindi

[mkglenney]

John,

You are in my prayers. God has a plan for you and it will be something you never expected. God has you in His arms always.

Melissa

[jmt]

John

Keep your chin up and know that you are in our prayers, He will show you the way to go!

[zeta]

John
Thanks for taking the time to give us an update. My family
and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers and hope
things get better for you soon

Take care of yourself

Zeta

[maita]

Hi John,
Sorry to hear about the situations that you are experiencing right now.
I will keep you on my prayers and hope that you'll get all the streng you need, and don't forget that you are never alone. I'm sure thing's will get better for you.

Take care!

Maita

[Tammy]

Hang in there John, things will be fine, you'll see.

Take good care of yourself,

Tammy

[talfighel]

John,

if you pray to god on a daily basis, he will listen to you.

Prayer does work.

Tal

[John M]

Hi

It has been a little while since my last update. I finally got admitted to hospital on Wednesday. I am suffering from depression, anxiety, and I am having suicidal thoughts. Please continue to pray that I get the help that I need while I am in hospital.

Thanks,
John

[Nancy]

;DHi John

I am so glad you got some more help. I know I can speak for most of us here when I say that you haven't been out of our prayers and thoughts.

With Gods help you will get through this, you have been hit with a hard blow, but He is always there for you. I truly believe he takes care of us, especially through trying times.

God Bless and know you are not alone.

Nancy

[Hank and Dot]

Has anyone heard from John lately?

He has been in our thoughts a lot this past week and we know he logged in on the 19th, but didn't post.

John, if you are reading this, we haven't forgotten about you!!

Hank and Dot

[Bobbi]

Dear John,

There is definately an enemy of God and His people. He sends strongholds and attacks on us all the time. Jesus Christ can deliver us from the depression, suicidal thoughts and all of the other stuff that goes on.

I have been with my husband for about 10 years now. We lived seperated in the same house for about 2 1/2 years and it got so bad that I had to pack up my 2 small children and move. We sold our home and the kids and I found a VERY tiny home for us and our 2 dogs.

Brad didn't have a home. He, at that time, didn't have a job. He lived with a friend for 4 months.

We were seperated from Brad for about 5 months. I hated him for all the pain he has caused us and all the turmoil he put us through. I filed for divorce. For some reason the sheriff could never find him to serve the papers and the court dropped the petition!! I couldn't believe it.

God then restored my heart and just recently restored my marriage. Brad is back with us. Things aren't perfect but we are growing day by day. God also blessed Brad with a good job.

Jesus Christ heals and delivers us from the darkness we can find ourselves in. Stay in CONSTANCT communication with Christ and He will NOT forsake you. He is Faithful and can't go back on His promise. He promises to never forsake us.

I am praying for you ~ for your emotions to be restored whole and healthy. For your wife to be healed and brought to forgiveness and understanding. For you to be healed and brought to forgiveness and understanding.

The best way for you to grow and heal is to Pray For Your Wife right now... God will honor you. Just remember He has His own ways and timing.

May God Almighty keep you safe, restore your life as a whole, and bring you prosperity.

Bobbi

[cjh2801]

John,

I just want to let you know that we all have you in our prayers. I have been through a divorce several years ago and I know it is hard to go on. You must keep your focus on God and continue to draw strength thru friends and church family. In time, all things will work out. That is straight from the Bible (All things work out for good to those who love the Lord, to those who are called according to His purpose).
John, I also currently work in a county jail and know what you are going through. A jail is not a fun place to be. I am a Sgt. there but know that jail brings out the worst. You must remember what Paul went through as He was imprisoned. I have seen many Inmates who are there for serious stuff turn the problems over to God and just to watch the change in their life is awesome.

*** Ask for forgiveness for what you have done wrong and make things right on your path, then pray and watch God work the rest out!!!!! ***

We are all here for you!

Chris

[troubleis]

Hi John,
I totally understand depression,I've been living with it for many yrs.Suicide was always around the corner. I am on medication now for life due to this and my chronic back problems. John, it will balance itself out and the fog will clear. Just take one day at a time and try to deal with one issue at a time.I know your head must be swimming right now, but try to tackle the small things first, then pat yourself on the back.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.I pray every night when I go to bed and just ask god to clear my head.Remember,you have angels with you all the time. Know that you are never alone.

Understand,
Pat

[Sandi Moses]

John, I see you've been stopping by the forum lately. Please let us know how you are doing!

Sandi