tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post1217883794878279327..comments2024-03-28T18:43:53.154-07:00Comments on Meditations of my Heart: Don't Let The Sun Go Down On MeMartha Jane Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-60630026209717459872016-05-19T13:53:35.196-07:002016-05-19T13:53:35.196-07:00I will say, Jean, that this is a lesson I've l...I will say, Jean, that this is a lesson I've learned over time; when I've rushed in the past, usually I see errors later, or I say things in such a way that they are misunderstood. I don't always catch my mistakes in both word and heart, but God certainly does. So grateful He stayed my hand!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-19866233066096616492016-05-19T11:19:52.905-07:002016-05-19T11:19:52.905-07:00Thank you for sharing this - slowing down and pray...Thank you for sharing this - slowing down and praying before speaking/writing is so important - yet I for one barrel onward caught in my own ego. this is a great example for us to remember. Thanks! Jean Wisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06407030126646055880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-88659668338133765802016-05-18T17:33:19.977-07:002016-05-18T17:33:19.977-07:00Oh, Deb, I so hear you! It was late, and I was ti...Oh, Deb, I so hear you! It was late, and I was tired when I wrote the initial post, but fueled by anger and a sense of injustice, my fingers flew on the keyboard. The next morning? Well, you have already witnessed the results. So thankful God allowed me to vent, but stayed my hand, and voice, from putting something out there that would not be of service to His kingdom.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-66877452218015118802016-05-18T13:35:01.588-07:002016-05-18T13:35:01.588-07:00Thanks for putting yourself out there and being re...Thanks for putting yourself out there and being real about something I think we all struggle with on occasion. I do my best to bite my tongue and sit on my hands to keep from typing, but only my focus on Jesus can calm my heart and help me move forward. Wise words my friend! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-49087638592372073492016-05-18T12:41:57.973-07:002016-05-18T12:41:57.973-07:00Oh, I'm so glad I did, too, Jason! Little by ...Oh, I'm so glad I did, too, Jason! Little by little, I'm growing in Him every day. And you're so right about that anger that masquerades as accomplishing something good, and even righteous, but the best way to reach folks for the kingdom is with love.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-43443081399850147752016-05-18T12:40:12.522-07:002016-05-18T12:40:12.522-07:00Linda, this is too familiar of a story for most of...Linda, this is too familiar of a story for most of us. If I had a dollar for every time I spewed first and thought later, well, you know how that goes! :)<br />God has been so gracious with me as I've grown in the Spirit. In this case, He let me know on no uncertain terms the mistake I'd made.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-68638576045639382342016-05-18T12:37:34.401-07:002016-05-18T12:37:34.401-07:00Thank you for your kind words, Privy, and I'm ...Thank you for your kind words, Privy, and I'm so glad this post was meaningful for you.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-7118961260666567852016-05-18T08:37:27.064-07:002016-05-18T08:37:27.064-07:00Glad you leaned into Holy Spirit, Martha. I know w...Glad you leaned into Holy Spirit, Martha. I know what you mean. Feeling angry then complaining can feel like we're "doing something" when in reality we're simply binding ourselves. Anger that leads to loving action is what He wants and requires! The world will know we are His by love. Wonderful post, my friend. Thank you.jasonShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03420776820764592085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-52720162803377579042016-05-18T07:17:28.587-07:002016-05-18T07:17:28.587-07:00Dear Martha ... praising God for that discernment,...Dear Martha ... praising God for that discernment, that sense of knowing that something was amiss, that friend who walked you through ...<br /><br />And thank you for sharing this story with us. It's a familiar one for us all, isn't it ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-82012974135457049522016-05-18T01:31:20.928-07:002016-05-18T01:31:20.928-07:00Such a strong and profound message therein Martha,...Such a strong and profound message therein Martha, thanks a ton for sharing!Privy Trifleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05317530852098436444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-84466518978746145492016-05-17T13:19:42.560-07:002016-05-17T13:19:42.560-07:00Kim, you certainly know of what I speak, and I did...Kim, you certainly know of what I speak, and I did so appreciate your ears and your prayers. It is especially wise to mull things over before we just speak out or speak up. Thankfully in this case, God reined me in. I hope He will do so every time I think I might dive off the deep end.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-70486649038683824272016-05-17T12:42:29.568-07:002016-05-17T12:42:29.568-07:00Martha, Thank you for sharing this post. It can be...Martha, Thank you for sharing this post. It can be difficult to know what to do in the heat of the moment. Doing as you have done is a wise way to go about things. I've struggled myself, at times with anger/hurt over certain situations. Prayer is always a good thing, as is giving yourself time to cool down. Reacting in anger isn't a good place to react from (been there); however, stifling (holding in) anger isn't good either (leads to depression). <br /><br />Talking with trusted Christian friends and prayer are healthy ways to process a rush a feelings, such as what you experienced. If we allow it, God will speak into the situation and give us the necessary direction.<br /><br />Love and blessings!Kim Jollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08670842504983601263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-79837614131086381412016-05-17T07:43:44.556-07:002016-05-17T07:43:44.556-07:00I do know to whom you are referring, Bill, and yes...I do know to whom you are referring, Bill, and yes, it's always best to step back, take a deep breath, and give something time to "rest" before reacting. Sometimes, we have to learn the hard way, but God is good.<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-56847875179078662612016-05-17T07:42:15.307-07:002016-05-17T07:42:15.307-07:00Thank you, Mary. Yes, a lesson learned!
Love and ...Thank you, Mary. Yes, a lesson learned!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-39739259303906585542016-05-17T05:30:13.352-07:002016-05-17T05:30:13.352-07:00This is so easy to do Martha Jane. My latest post ...This is so easy to do Martha Jane. My latest post garnered a snarky comment from a regular contributor who tends to be snarky anyway. But this was directed pointed at me not God. I read it last night and let it go. Good thing. My response this morning was much better than it would have been when i was tired. It would not have bode well. Good advice my friend. Bill (cycleguy)https://www.blogger.com/profile/09082407231475058958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-11420748903205812072016-05-17T05:07:33.303-07:002016-05-17T05:07:33.303-07:00Wise words, Martha Jane! Thanks and blessings.Wise words, Martha Jane! Thanks and blessings.Mary Saylerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08709628386233742459noreply@blogger.com