Thank you Kierstin for the affirmation. Peace truly is in the grace that comes from God. I had a difficult time in 2003 that moved me to write this short poem.
My Jesus
You can take away all that I own.
Leave me standing naked all alone.
But there is someone always there with me.
Someone I am sorry you cannot see.
He keeps me safe from harm.
Wraps me with His love so warm.
You can materially reduce me to less.
But you can never take my Jesus.
Bless you Kierstin for this post. When cancer struck me last year I really had to rely on His grace and love to give me comfort and help me through all the medical stuff, the emotional stuff, etc. My faith grew in Him by leaps and bounds and I don’t worry about what comes next. I trust him totally! I pray others would find him. He’s there and waiting with open arms!
Seeing the notice from Caring Bridge this evening reminded me that, while I had read your wonderful witness and listened to that wonderful song, I hadn't "checked in with you" afterward. My bad! So here I am. Kierst, you are such an inspiration to me and doubtless to everyone who comes in contact with you whether it be in person, or through Caring Bridge or whatever way your outreach may occur. God is working through you and it is a wonder. My prayers continue for you and I thank Him for what you give me. Keep it up young lady, you're the best!
Kierstin, you amaze, inspire and humble me with your faith . I have had life changing health issues that brought me to my knees. A heart virus at 35 changed my health( to this day) my looks and my career as a personal trainer and aerobics instructor. All of that was a big part of my identity. After 3 years I realized my true identity and yes, my peace came from Jesus! I completely agree with you!!! What humbles me is how much you have had to endure and how much your life has changed. I love your focus on Christ! Our rock! Our hope! Our peace! Our salvation! Our love! Thank you for this post dear Kierstin! This unrest in our world right now has caused a lot of unrest in my heart and mind. I intellectually know my peace comes from Christ but you reminded me to know it in my heart again! Thank you and bless you for all you do, say and teach through your God given talent and shining the light of Christ through your incredibly difficult health battles 🙏🏻Your light is needed in this world dear Kierstin 🙏🏻Love to you always ❤️I will think of you every time I pray my favorite verse Isaiah 40:31🙏🏻
Kiersten! This is so inspiring and beautiful. I have learned so much from witnessing you navigate these circumstances. You are a gift to the this world! Love you all so much.
Dear precious Kierstin, Thank you for the update. I have been praying for you for a long time since I worked with your sister at Digital River and heard about your hospitalization. It is so encouraging to hear about your relationship with Christ through struggles that the majority of us can't even imagine. Your strength in Christ is amazing. I will continue to pray for you. All God's continued blessings.
In his service,
Linda Gonzalez
My Jesus
You can take away all that I own.
Leave me standing naked all alone.
But there is someone always there with me.
Someone I am sorry you cannot see.
He keeps me safe from harm.
Wraps me with His love so warm.
You can materially reduce me to less.
But you can never take my Jesus.