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Post by Mary H on May 15, 2016 21:02:14 GMT -5
We recently found out my sister is on meth & has been really neglecting my nephew.. I have him now & will probably get custody of him.. I really don't want to have another child... Especially one with so many issues from being exposed to so much bad.. I know how extremely selfish that is.. I want to give him a better life but I'm so worried that he's going to not be right with my babies & also don't like that my babies will have to share me even more so.. I already feel like I don't get enough one on one time with them.. I just don't know if I can handle it.. We have room for him but we live in my parents house & although they now live in another state, the refuse to empty their bedroom (hoarding) to give my nephew a room. Me, Tony, & our two babies are all crammed into one very small room.. So my nephew will have to be in the living room for now.. My car isn't great & I have to drive him 30 mins every day to school.. Tony don't want anything to do with him being here at all because Tony's just plum full of selfishness.. Tony's slipping farther away it seems.. So cold & shut off & early spends a night at home. Has almost nothing to do with the kids.. I almost rather him just not be here at all.. He's so negative & hatful.. He yells & is mean to the kids more than he's nice & loving, but I know it's better for his soul if he's at home w his wife & kids..I have a very important & expensive test in 4 weeks that I have to find time to study for.. My brother who I take care of needs more of my time I think & he constantly has appointments & such..I just feel so much pressure.. I don't know if I can handle all of this... I just want to cry because it's just so much.. Please pray for the Holy Spirit to overwhelm me as I pray & seek what when & how I'm supposed to do this.. Thank you
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Post by Eric W. on May 15, 2016 22:01:06 GMT -5
Praying for guidance, strength, and peace, sister.
Lord, I come to you tonight, thanking you for this day, this community of brothers and sisters, who come together to worship you, and help lift each other up in times of need, that we may be closer to you. Father, your daughter is asking for help, Lord. Touch her life, touch her heart, touch her situation. You know what is best for this little boy. Father, comfort him, and guide him. Speak to his heart and soul through those around him, that he may see your glory shining all around him. Father, reach out and comfort her, give her the strength, wisdom, and peace to study for this test. God, give her time and strength to do all that is required of her, and bless her with rest and comfort. God, there seldom seems to be enough time, or enough money in this world, to do all that needs to be done. Bless her, above and beyond with both, that she may glorify your name in the abundance. God, I ask these things in the name of your son, Jesus, knowing they are already done by your will, and at your timing, and grace. Amen.
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Post by pstokes522 on May 16, 2016 1:51:57 GMT -5
Mary - you sound like you have your hands full taking care of everyone else. Lord, I lift Mary up to you and ask that you fill her with Your presence so she knows she is not alone. Give her Your strength, Lord there is no way she can handle all this in her own strength. She needs your mighty strength and presence in her life to lift her up on your 'wings like eagles'. Carry her at this time when she is feeling so overwhelmed with all these different situations. Lord I pray for a mighty revealing of Yourself to Tony, and to her sister, that they will see Your Power and Might and will develop a healthy fear of You, Lord. Bring people into Mary's life where she lives, that can help relieve some of the burdens she is feeling. I ask you continue to work in her, so others can see You shining brightly in her life. I ask these things in the Precious Name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen
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Post by Mary H on May 16, 2016 5:51:13 GMT -5
Amen
Thank you
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Post by Sharon on May 16, 2016 11:24:21 GMT -5
I am praying for you sister. Remember that He says to look at the sparrows who do not labor or toil and how much more does he care about us and our situations. He will carry you through this, however it turns out so stay focused on Him. I know Tony doesn't help like he should, but the Lord is here to help and bless you.
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Post by Adrienne on May 16, 2016 16:56:14 GMT -5
I'm praying for you Mary. God will guide and provide a way for His plan.
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Post by marissaa91 on May 17, 2016 10:01:58 GMT -5
I'll be praying for you. I know it's a lot but the Lord will guide you. He'll make a way even when there seems like there isn't one.
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Post by kridycat on May 19, 2016 21:03:11 GMT -5
My mom would understand your situation the best. She had me and my 2 sisters. When my dad's dad died he had asked my dad to take his half sister who by the way is only a little over a year older than me. My half aunt came from a home where both parents were alcoholics and did not take very good care of her. My parents took her in when she was about 8 and she was raised with us. I know it was challenging for my mom but she did her best. My half aunt decided once she was old enough not to really be involved with our family and has recently taken an interest in our lives again. I don't know what she is like now but the part of her I knew felt like she was entitled to everything because she had crappy birth parents. You work with what you got and do the best you can. I will pray for you. Remember God is always with us and has a reason for everything.
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