Good-bye to my friend...

Today I had to say a sad good-bye to my lovely friend and colleague, Shirley Hanes. Thankfully, GOD rescued her from the fierce battle she had with Pulmonary Fibrosis. What a beautiful, beautiful person she was. *sigh* She always made me smile. Some words that always comes to mind when I think of her: elegent, lovely, captivating, hilarious, warm, dignity... good friend

It was great to see her devoted husband, Charlie, and her daughter and grand-children and niece. It was also wonderful to see my colleagues who she loved so much. Please keep this family up in prayer.

SONG ON MY MIND: My friend was such a strong believer in Christ. I know she would have approved of this song. This song is so beautiful and always gave me hope; I am so happy that Shirley is now in GOD's loving embrace and free from the horrible suffering she endured.

HOLDING OUT FOR GRACE - Michael Tait

I believe...
I believe in who You are
And when You speak...
I hear You deep inside my heart
It's more of You I want
So take me back to the start
Show me the bigger part...

I know there's so much more to life
So won't You open up my eyes

I want to see...

(chorus)
And I, I'm falling on my face
I'm holding out for Grace
Send Your Spirit down
Illuminate this place, my Lord...

My Love, My peace
Without You... I'm incomplete

And in my time of need
I know You're watching over me
And I can't wait to lose myself in Your embrace
You're my hiding place...

I know there's so much more to life
So won't You meet me here tonight

I want to see...

(chorus)
And I, I'm falling on my face
I'm holding out for Grace
Send Your Spirit down
Illuminate this place...
Let Your kingdom come
Heal the broken ones
Father shine Your Light
...on Your daughters and Your sons

In my mind, there's a battle going on and on... for my life
But this time I'm gonna give You everything I have... inside

GOD our GOD how beautiful You are...