Heavenly Father, give me strength to bear the sorrows and blessings You have given me.
This prayer is spoken by Mary Elizabeth Wilson in the opening chapter of On the Bridge. Still in mourning over the accidental death of her husband and daughter, she has just learned of the death of her sister-in-law during childbirth. Mary Elizabeth's grief overshadows the birth of her nephew. It will take her time to feel joy again.
On the other hand, I am feeling joyous today. It's the 17th anniversary of my accepting Christ as my savior. Over the years, I have prayed this same prayer for strength, and God has been faithful to provide it. I hope that you, too, will be able to ask for and receive the same strength.
This prayer is spoken by Mary Elizabeth Wilson in the opening chapter of On the Bridge. Still in mourning over the accidental death of her husband and daughter, she has just learned of the death of her sister-in-law during childbirth. Mary Elizabeth's grief overshadows the birth of her nephew. It will take her time to feel joy again.
On the other hand, I am feeling joyous today. It's the 17th anniversary of my accepting Christ as my savior. Over the years, I have prayed this same prayer for strength, and God has been faithful to provide it. I hope that you, too, will be able to ask for and receive the same strength.
