Blog Silence for the Turner's

It's extremely hard to lose someone you love. But to lose your husband at the age of 32, no one ever thinks of this. In fact, it's just that--unthinkable. It's a tragic a thing I could imagine. Except maybe that he left behind his wife, younger than him, and his 10 month old daughter, Preslee.

Pray for this family, friends, because in the days, weeks, months, and years to come, they will hurt.

Father, I pray your peace and love over this family, Julee and Preslee especially. I have felt for them these last couple of days. I have cried for them and prayed for them. I pray for that peace that passes all our understanding. Matt is with you and he is whole. Thank you Father, for that confidence. Thank you for your Sovereignty. We love you, Lord.

-katie

Mentoring

I'm so thankful for my mentors. They set amazing examples of the woman of God that I want to be. They are amazing listeners and they always have a piece of wisdom to pass on to me. And I love it. I am blessed by their example and love. I learn a lot from them. I always tell my godchildren if they need to talk, need someone to listen, or just need to cry to someone, I'm going to be there for them. And even though I'm a whole state away, 500 miles away, I will never not be there for them. I am grateful for my mentors who show me how to mentor. And every time I'm talking to someone, I try to pray and ask God to bless our fellowship and guide my words. Talk to them through me, Lord. And it's so neat to see the results. After a talk, I sometimes think, wow--where did I get that? Oh yeah, thank you Lord.

I just wanted to share a few verses that have been on my heart the last few weeks. They have blessed my soul and quieted my spirit. They all come out of the New Living Translation [NLT].

"Give all your worries

and cares to God,

for he cares about you."

--1 Peter 5:7

"Don't worry about anything;

instead, pray about everything.

Tell God what you need, and thank him

for all he has done.

Then you will experience God's peace,

which exceeds anything we can understand.

His peace will guard your hearts and minds

as you live in Christ Jesus."

--Philippians 4:6-7

"Always be joyful.

NEVER STOP PRAYING.

Be thankful in all circumstances,

for this is God's will for you

who belong to Christ Jesus."

--1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

"Now all glory to God, who is able,

through his mighty power at work within us,

to accomplish infinitely more

than we might ask or think."

--Ephesians 3:20

"Praise God from whom all blessings flow"

-katie