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February 25, 2009 | Books, Family: Nurturing Family
Suzanne,
I have never had a book speak to me so clearly in all of my life. The Mom I Want to Be has opened my heart to WANT to forgive my parents. I am a 33-year-old mother of four and I am holding onto resentment and bitterness for my parents and it is absolutely spiritual warfare. I have gone to Christian counselors and many christian books for steps on how to get out of this bondage………I am failing miserably. I need some Godly councel and wondered if you would listen to my story and guide me. Laura
Dear Laura,
I’d love to hear your story. I know that God is faithful and able. Today I read a scripture in Psalms:
Only by your power can we push back our enemies; only in your name can we trample our foes. Psalm 44:5
I am a firm believer in counselors and resources, but I also am grateful that God can and will heal our hearts when we don’t know how. It’s a process and takes time, Laura. We’ll continue to talk privately, but may I pray with you today and with other moms who are struggling?
Father, I stand beside Laura today, asking that you begin the healing work inside her heart. Be the Father she needs to love her. Help her to see herself as she is now, rather than as a broken child of the past. Help her to see your love, and to see all that is around her that is good and strong. May the past be a teacher, so that she passes down good things to her children–whether now or in the future. Thank you for healing. Thank you for wholeness. Thank you for Laura.
In the powerful and precious name of Christ.
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What an impact your book has made. I am going to have to go pick up a copy. I have several issues myself. I just prayed for Laura.
February 25th, 2009 at 12:16 pmHi Suzanne and Laura,
I just wanted to let Laura know, that I know where she is coming from. A friend of mine gave me a copy of “The Mom I Want to Be” and it helped me see a lot of things! My healing process is not complete and I’m not sure it ever will be. Memories pop into my mind that create either hurt or anger and I find my self asking God for help and forgiving my abusors through Him. I could go on, but will leave it at that and to say that I will help you and Suzanna pray for peace and guidance. I too am available should you ever need to talk. You can reach me through my blog which should be listed along with my name above or below my comments. ~~Kathy
February 25th, 2009 at 1:36 pm