He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands
Photo Credit: Flavio Takemoto, via Free Images
I’ve had a lot on my mind lately. My husband is hurting, and my best friend is hurting. We’ve laid two loved ones to rest this year. Grieving is hard.
I wish I could make things easier for my hurting loved ones. I wish I could take away their pain.
I must admit that this week I have felt pretty helpless.
I feel like I am saying all the wrong things.
This is my world right now.
I was thinking about my world on the drive home from work today. I know that it’s really not my world. It’s God’s.
Somewhere down deep inside me, I remembered a song from my childhood, and I started to sing. I sang it loud as I drove down the turnpike. I sang it as a testament to my faith.
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
Some days, you just need to remember that He’s got you and me sister in His hands.
“Ah, Sovereign Lord,
You have made the heavens and the earth
by Your great power and outstretched arm.
Nothing is too hard for You.”
Jeremiah 32:17, NIV
Something to think about…
Bless your dear heart! I am so sorry you are going through so much. I surely can relate to feeling so helpless in the midst of so much sadness and heartache. So thankful to know our dear, loving Lord knows and understands everything about us. I will be praying for you. Sending lots of love and hugs your way. 🙂
Thanks, Cheryl. He is faithful. I know we will get through this one with Jesus in our corner, but walking through the valley is always a tough uphill climb. Not easy!
Lyli, joining you in praying for you & your hurting loved ones. This post brought me comfort today as I remembered His hands are big enough for us all. How amazing a thought that is! Grateful for this post & you!
Thanks for your prayers, Joanne. Just found out that one of my new Hello Mornings friends is a personal friend of yours. I was a bit jealous that she gets to have you in real life.
It’s like the sweet little one is handing her whole world right back up to the One who’s the only One who can do something about all the hurt and pain. I picture myself doing that often, raising my hands high, whispering, ‘Hear you go, God. This is yours. That one’s Yours. The whole thing is Yours’
Praying, friend.
I loved the picture, too. Reminded me that I need to have childlike faith and surrender it all up to Him.
He’s got you and me, sister! Bless you as you go through these trials.
Thanks so much for hosting the link up. This is my first time to join. Glad to be here!
Richella, so glad you are here! 🙂
“‘You’re my servant, serving on my side.
I’ve picked you. I haven’t dropped you.’
Don’t panic. I’m with you.
There’s no need to fear for I’m your God.
I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you.
I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you” (Isaiah 41:10)
Blessed are the hurting ones who have caring people reach to heal their wounds! Keep reaching, loving and praying friend!
Love that verse, MaryLeigh (and I have seen it in 3 places this morning already.) 🙂
Praying for you today dear friend. This was so good I shared it on Facebook and Pinterest! Blessings.
Nannette, you are such an encourager. Thank you 🙂
“He’s got the whole world in his hands.” It’s so reassuring when everything seems to be going wrong, isn’t it?
It’s not hard for Him at all. I just need to let go and trust.
Saying a prayer for you, friend. And sending hugs your way. Much love. xoxo
I <3 U 🙂
Sounds like we’ve had similar weeks, Lyli. It is in times like these that I am so thankful for my faith. It is truly a blessing. Sometimes our faith is all we have, but you know what? I’ve learned that’s a “pretty lot!” (forgive the grammar 🙂 ) Praying for you and your loved ones.
Hugs and prayers, June. We are “pretty” blessed — after all, we know the end of the story.
Lyli,
I’m sorry to hear your husband and friends are hurting….grieving is hard work…praying today for God’s comfort for you and your loved ones…and Jer. 32:17 is such a comfort…thank you for modeling what it looks like to cling to God when it is hard…((hugs))
Thanks for those prayers, Dolly! Hugs
Life is so hard some days! Hugs to you friend!
Lyli thanks for sharing your heart with us. I can only assure you that God’s got you. I can hug you right now but hey, His arms are way larger than mine! So, I pray He envelops you and heal your family and friends’ grieving hearts.
I have fond memories of singing this song much as a child. It’s a great reminder and a great encouragement when we feel like we want to carry the weight of the world ourselves. I’ve been writing similar sentiments lately. Thank you for sharing.