Thursday, June 25, 2009

"For everything there is a season...

a time to dance and a time to mourn." (Ecclesiastes 3:4) For the last 3 weeks, Yancy and I- along with all of you- have been dancing, celebrating the miracle of our baby. Today we mourn. We went to the doctor today and they found no heartbeat. To say the least, we are heartbroken and we hurt so badly. But we know that God is still good. He is still in control. He still loves us more than we can imagine. He has a plan and a purpose that we cannot see at the moment. We choose to trust Him and praise Him that even in this tragedy, He knows best. I've been thinking about the song "Blessed Be Your Name". Whether He's giving or taking away, blessed be His name! Please continue to lift us up in prayer, especially over the next few days. I know they will be difficult. We love you all!

"My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts," says the Lord. "And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine. For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways, and my thoughts higher than your thoughts." Isaiah 55:8-9

16 comments:

Vaughn said...

Joy, I am so sorry and heartbroken for you. I cannot imagine the sorrow that you have right now. I am encouraged by your faith and how positive that you are. I will be praying for you and your family.

StellaMelnick said...

What an inspiration you guys are to all that know you and those that you come in touch with by chance. God is good and you may never understand (I certainly don't) but He is our God and has the plans for our lives. We love you both so much and will pray for you every day. Take care and thanks for being who you are.
Stella & Rusty Melnick

kpmantooth said...

Loving you very big right now. I have no words. Luckily, God loves you even bigger. He has a plan...

Beverly said...

Joy and Yancy, I am so sorry and my heart breaks for both of you.I will keep you both in my prayers. Love you both

Ashley Turnbull said...

I, too, am heartbroken with you. I am so sorry, and those are the only words I have for you. But, any verse that I would proclaimed to you - you have already claimed! His thoughts are not ours, they are much greater and higher. We do not understand and may never; I pray comfort for you guys in this time of heartache. God will provide. I am so sorry.

Amy said...

Oh Joy, I am heartbroken for you and Yancy. I don't even know what to type. You guys will be in our prayers.
Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.
Lamentations 3:22-23

tmiller said...

Joy, I am continually encouraged by your incredible faith. There are so many things that I don't understand but we serve a big God. We love you guys.

Apryl said...

Joy and Yancy,

We are and will continue to pray for you. You are an inspiration to so many; for you continue to be faithful and to trust in God's goodness and His plan. We love you.

Kevin and Apryl

Kori said...

Dear Joy and Yancy, We do not know each other, but I feel like I know you because I share an office with Apryl Mullins. She has shared with me your story. I felt compelled to leave you a comment. Not sure what to say other than I will be praying for you and know (as I am sure you do) that you have a wonderful faithful friend in Apryl. God Bless,
Kori Caldwell

The Solomons said...

I have no words. My heart is aching and at the same time I am amazed and comforted by your faith. Know we love you so very much and you are in our prayers as always. Love,
Joel, Allison, Madeline

Gary and Summer said...

Your faith continues to be tested and again you are positive and trusting in God's plan. What an inspiration you both are! We can not express how truly sorry we are to hear this news. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers and we love you much!

Maggie M. Cooper said...

Oh Joy, My heart just hurts for both of you right now-your strength and faith are so incredible to watch-one day we will rejoice with you again, for God is good! In all things, His will be done! We love yall and will pray for you!

Laura said...

Hi Joy and Yancy,
I am a friend of Kristen Massey's, and she has shared your story with me. I wanted to let you know that my heart goes out to you, and you will be in my prayers. You seem to be a very strong and faithful couple. I will pray for peace and comfort for you both.

Teri Dunaway said...

Our prayers are certainly continuing with you ... I am so thankful for your faith ... it is truly an encouragement to all the rest of us!
Love,
Teri

"Do not throw away this confident trust in the Lord, no matter what happens. Remember the great reward it brings you! Patient endurance is what you need now, so you will continue to do God's will. Then you will receive all that he has promised." Hebrews 10:35-36

Stephanie said...

Just got back in town....There are no words...You and Yancy are in our prayers. I'm so blessed to know you and get so much encouragement from you. God is great!
Much Love and prayers - Steph

Sherry said...

I'm a friend of a friend and that's how I found this post. We too found no heartbeat at a doctor's appointment a couple of years ago. All I can say is that I am so sorry and I know this is not what you dreamed of. I can tell you (and you already know this) that God's plan for us is bigger and better than our dreams. I will be faithful to pray for you.