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Re: Why God allows us to be Lonely (Five Minute Friday)

LMac — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 08:29:14 -0000

I really enjoyed reading this, I struggle with loneliness sometimes. Yes I know he wants people to have spouses, but I also know that some of us don't, or some of us are in other situations like we may be kids who don't have siblings, or we may be a parent who's spouse passed away. I think God does want us to trust him even in our loneliness and these thoughts brought some comfort to me.

Re: Why A Platform Is A Responsibility, Not A Quest For Glory

Queen Rhea — Mon, 24 Oct 2016 11:13:19 -0000

James- like what you've brought to the platform, thanks for sharing your views and for the demonstration of your integrity.

Much wisdom and discernment needed in these days and yet so much grace...

Re: Why A Platform Is A Responsibility, Not A Quest For Glory

Elizabeth Barone — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 17:30:14 -0000

Well said, James. Those of us with platforms can amplify voices otherwise unheard. And people pay attention; they see who remains silent during times of toil and change.

Re: Why A Platform Is A Responsibility, Not A Quest For Glory

Corinne Rodrigues — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 11:09:40 -0000

I'm not surprised and yet very sad. With great readership comes great responsibility. There's no choice but to take a stand for what's right, I think.

Re: Why You Can Love & Hate God at the Same Time

Ernestine Summer Bonicelli — Sat, 08 Oct 2016 22:43:43 -0000

Nobody wants their problems to be made light of. And God never does I have never hated God but I sure have been angry about some of the things He allowed to happen to me. I know however, that whatever He allows is best for me in the longrun and I know the difference between believing the truth and the way I "feel." I might feel absolutey awful but I know the truth - the end is in my favor and as Paul said "this present light affliction cannot be compared to the future glory."

Re: Why Being A Perfectionist Wrecks Our Creativity

Tonya Fitzpatrick — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 23:48:16 -0000

Great article! Thanks for sharing. I'm trying to build my own website and it's terrifying! I'm so worried about it not being right, that I procrastinate working on it. I particularly enjoyed this piece, "if our security is the fundamental truth that we are enough, we belong, we are loveable, and we have infinite value & worth simply because we are breathing, because we are alive, this frees us from perfectionism and fear." PRICELESS!!!

Re: Why Being A Perfectionist Wrecks Our Creativity

James Prescott — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 09:05:37 -0000

Yes, absolutely Elyse, such freedom! Great comment, thanks.

Re: Why Being A Perfectionist Wrecks Our Creativity

James Prescott — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 09:05:11 -0000

Thanks Tara, appreciate that. And so glad you don't regret being vulnerable.

Re: Why Being A Perfectionist Wrecks Our Creativity

Tara Fairfield — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 08:29:29 -0000

Being vulnerable takes courage, and I have never felt more exposed than when I published my writing. Something I do not regret. Great post James.

Re: Why Being A Perfectionist Wrecks Our Creativity

Elyse Sussman Salpeter — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 08:18:52 -0000

How many of us know people that refuse to write because they are perfectionists? It's really stifling and people get so concerned. I have had to struggle with the belief that maybe I'm not the world's greatest writer, but it's something I enjoy, so I have decided to put my work out to the world. There's a freedom to knowing you don't have to be perfect.

Re: God likes you

Howard — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 15:27:54 -0000

be awesome today and thank God

Re: How Comparison Is The Enemy Of Grace

Katherine Medlin — Mon, 05 Sep 2016 11:16:36 -0000

Thank you for this! Well said, and I liked the advice to acknowledge the envious feeling in order to move past it.

Re: How Comparison Is The Enemy Of Grace

Onisha Ellis — Mon, 05 Sep 2016 10:11:30 -0000

In the past I was unable to fully rejoice in other people's success. I saw a friend who had that ability and it was beautiful. I asked God to give me the ability to rejoice at other people's success. He did! It was not something I could have done in my self. Good post.

Re: How Writing (& X-Men) Saved Me From Myself

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:48:10 -0000

Thanks Morgan, I apprecaite your support. And I agree, we are often our own worst enemy. I'm definitely guilty of that

Re: Why It’s Easier To Believe In Others Than In Ourselves (& What We Can Do About It)

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:46:28 -0000

Absolutely Bob, completely agree. Thanks so much.

Re: Why It’s Easier To Believe In Others Than In Ourselves (& What We Can Do About It)

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:46:09 -0000

So true Diane - always appreciate your wisdom and insight here, really helpful. Great comment.

Re: Why It’s Easier To Believe In Others Than In Ourselves (& What We Can Do About It)

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:45:31 -0000

Absolutely Dana - so so true! Thanks for sharing this.

Re: Why It’s Easier To Believe In Others Than In Ourselves (& What We Can Do About It)

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:43:56 -0000

Absolutely Jim. You're always so so wise and insightful, and an encouragement and challenge to me and my life now. Thanks again for your friendship and wisdom.

Re: Two Fuses Of Hope

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:42:39 -0000

Hi Sylvia, thanks for your comment & encouragement. So glad the story resonated - keep going, keep moving forward, keep confronting what's inside rather than numbing it, and you'll get there.

Re: Two Fuses Of Hope

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:41:27 -0000

Thanks Mikaela, appreciate your encouragement - just keep going, you'll find signs of hope if you look for them. And I will keep writing for sure, I'm grateful for your support.

Re: Two Fuses Of Hope

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:40:24 -0000

Wow, thanks so much for this kind encoruagement Deanne. SO glad the post was helpful to you & gave you hope, that's just so encouraging. Thanks for sharing a bit of your own story too - so glad those wounds are beginning to heal.

Re: Two Fuses Of Hope

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:38:22 -0000

Thanks Lucie, so glad it resonated with you.

Re: Two Fuses Of Hope

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:38:07 -0000

Absolutely Diane - totally agree. We're in desperate need of unplugging.

Re: Two Fuses Of Hope

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:37:35 -0000

Thanks Scott - I'm sure you will.

Re: Two Fuses Of Hope

James Prescott — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 03:37:21 -0000

Thanks Anne, really appreciate your encouragement. And so great to hear about those signs of hope in your own life too...so beautiful. Thanks for sharing so honestly.