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I'll say amen to Judy's advice there, deal with it in the light of God's word, and let God deal with these men, Michael.

You know everytime we take things into our own hands we disable the work of the Holy Spirit to a large degree.   There are several in my life I would love to retaliate on....but I keep forgiving and giving them over to our Father to deal with as He sees fit.  Doing that has left me with such peace.

 

If you come through here tonight, send a prayer up for me.  I'm having a bad evening. 

Thanks,
Samantha

You've got it, Samantha ... I know our God is an AWESOME God and He will meet all your needs ... now and each moment that follows.  I am praying.   

Samantha I didn't get this till this morning.... But am praying.

Samantha lifting you up in prayer

Just prayed for you, Samantha. May His Spirit of power, love, and soundmindedness that lives in you, manifest Himself in a fresh new way in overcoming Satan's attacks!

Hi Samantha,

I read there that you are having flashbacks  (from long ago).  Sometimes I just think that is our body's way of telling us that we need to talk about it.  Even if your counselor does not feel that you need to talk it out or that you need counseling, try and find a trusted friend or relative to talk it out.

If and or when tragedies happen to us, we need to talk about it..(Talking such as "getting it out" not such as gossip).   Each and every time you talk about that "flashback", you do heal, little by little.  You do not see or experience that healing obviously but you will and do heal.

If you keep it inside, whatever the flashback is or means to you, most likely that flashback will keep coming back to you. Try and find someone trustworthy to talk it out.

If you want ideas ..(on how to talk it out or where) I'd be glad to give you some ideas  ; not sure if that would be helpful to you at all.   We are Christians here, and we all know that prayer works, but in life, I do believe that we need to remember that while we pray, we also need to do something or take some action or think about taking some (helpful) actions.   

Talking with a trusted individual always works --over time.  I guess that is why counseling works...because you "talk it out".   (I'm new here so I am not suggestion that you talk it out with me, since I do not know you, but I can give you a few ideas that might help you find someone or some place to talk it out --just for yourself).

No offense meant by this post , it's just ideas, suggestions,  hoping that helps. 
If this post does not help, please just ignore it. 

And yes, I do pray.  Will send prayers in your directions.

Quote from: Samantha on October 24, 2008, 08:08:59 PM
Well, the counseling didn't go like I thought it would, she said she thought I didn't need it. 

I am having flashbacks of a terrible ordeal from 22 yrs ago.  They are bad tonight.  Please remember me    this is how I feel right now.

Hi Samantha,
I'm so sorry to hear about your traumatic experience.  Please keep looking for a good Christian counselor, one who doesn't try to discount your feelings.  It takes time to recover from things like this.  
Father God,
Please cover Samantha with your Love, peace and healing. Take away her post traumatic memories and put your peace into her mind, heart and spirit.  Let her sleep restfully without nightmares.  Let her take refuge in the shadow of your wings, Lord.  Help her to find a good Christian counselor.  In Jesus' name, Amen.


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Just a quick note to let y'all know I'm still hanging in there!  I'm getting better and stronger every day, even though all my memories haven't come back to me yet.  God is with me and He will reveal to me what I need to know, when I need to know it. 

I get on here at least once a day and read and pray for those who request prayer, I just hide in the corner a lot

Thanks always for your prayers and friendship - it really means a lot to me!

Samantha

Praying for you in Japan.

In His Grip,
Kevin

Samantha Bless you .  Just know that you are loved here and feel free to talk when ever you want!

Father, continue, I pray, to bless Samantha in such a way that she plainly sees Your gracious Hand upon her through Jesus Your Christ our Lord.