I couldn't even title this post because I am simply at a loss for words. This is a scripture I've used several times over the last 15 years to get me through some of our hardships. Maybe it will speak to others as it does me:
"Therefore, since we have been justified through our faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us." Romans 5:1-5
I've had the thoughts of "thank goodness we aren't there" and "oh, I'm so glad we sold that house." However those thoughts are always short-lived and are superceded by the fact that we have several sweet friends and strangers facing hardship and distress. It is amazing how people can build up their nest, make it their own, and then all of a sudden, it is all gone. I am so sad for all of you out there, however I am hopeful for you as well. My prayers are with ALL of you affected by this horrible disaster.
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