tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post8491411462198681616..comments2024-01-19T04:18:33.854-07:00Comments on Seasons of Humility: Monday for the Military: Meet Jocelyn GreenAmber Holcombhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-84474836265715940772010-11-25T21:06:46.837-07:002010-11-25T21:06:46.837-07:00Oops! *No* worries, not *now* worries! ;)
~AmberOops! *No* worries, not *now* worries! ;)<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-51378607176171272612010-11-25T21:06:08.685-07:002010-11-25T21:06:08.685-07:00KC,
You're so kind--I LOVE having this blog a...KC,<br /><br />You're so kind--I LOVE having this blog and hosting the "Mondays for the Military!" It has been such a blessing in my life. :) <br /><br />And now worries! I'm glad you could stop by for this interview/giveaway, and I always love seeing you around whenever you have the chance. :) <br /><br />Thank you for praying for our military and for reminding us to pray for them, as well! Amen to your last paragraph! <br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-40459130170248073072010-11-25T20:39:12.640-07:002010-11-25T20:39:12.640-07:00Jocelyn,
Thank you for answering His call, and pu...Jocelyn,<br /><br />Thank you for answering His call, and putting things in perspective so well. Good on ya!<br /><br />Congratulations on the success and may the next one minister to many.<br /><br />Amber - you're a wonderful person to be doing this blog. Thank YOU for your heart!<br /><br />I thought I was on your list to come to my inbox but it didn't so I'm going to try again. Sorry I've been away (I've actually been FAR away but had Internet access!) - so - will try again. I very much enjoy reading these!!<br /><br />may at maythek9spy dot com - would love to win and read and pass it along. Thank you for doing it!<br /><br />Know that we have prayed for all our military families today. May Skype work - especially today! May all of our warriors be under God's protection and in His will. May our warrior families know His Love.May the K9 Spy (and KC Frantzen)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01300521279765705202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-62266530344506453472010-11-24T21:47:32.599-07:002010-11-24T21:47:32.599-07:00Jennifer,
I'm so glad I had the opportunity t...Jennifer,<br /><br />I'm so glad I had the opportunity to interview Jocelyn. She's so sweet! :)<br /><br />Thank you for ministering to our military families--that is such a precious ministry! I think this book is a wonderful idea, as well, and thank you for your entry in the drawing!<br /><br />~Amber<br /><br />P.S. Sometime in the future I will be giving away two copies of another devotional book focused on the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. Be sure to check back then, too! :)Amber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-11507879390576130492010-11-23T22:28:59.608-07:002010-11-23T22:28:59.608-07:00Thank you for writing this interview. I have thor...Thank you for writing this interview. I have thoroughly enjoyed it. The church that my husband is the pastor of has several military families. I have seen and hear of so many families hurting and struggling. I think this book is such a wonderful idea for the wives. We are hoping to reach more of the military in our area, to show them God loves them and to be an encouragement to them. We have seen spiritual growth and pray that it continues. I would love to have this book to read or to give to one of the ladies in our church whose husband has to deploy quite often. Thanks for bringing this book to our attention.<br />jenmmcclure(at)yahoo(dot)com<br />JenniferJenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04628574282126267467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-77768279409096243752010-11-23T09:27:56.663-07:002010-11-23T09:27:56.663-07:00Bluerose,
It is heart-breaking to think of the pa...Bluerose,<br /><br />It is heart-breaking to think of the pain of separation for military families and other families who go through similar experiences. You have a very compassionate heart, and that is so sweet of you to enter the drawing for your friend. :) Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-80042105444876601762010-11-23T07:57:35.321-07:002010-11-23T07:57:35.321-07:00Jocelyn-Thank you so much for writing this book! W...Jocelyn-Thank you so much for writing this book! While I can't even begin to imagine what military wives go through, I know several people right now that are separated from their families. It breaks my heart, and I see and hear from their families how difficult it is on them. My sister was once part of a military family and that lifestyle can really take it's toll on families!!<br /><br />I would love to be entered. I know of one paticular young lady from my church that will be coming home for Christmas, because her husband is in Afghanistan. I would give it to her.Bluerosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00680170638396181756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-68564359729877953202010-11-23T01:57:36.783-07:002010-11-23T01:57:36.783-07:00Julia,
Thank you for stopping by and leaving a co...Julia,<br /><br />Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment! I appreciate your kind words for Jocelyn--the life of a military wife must be very difficult, albeit very rewarding, as well, I'm sure. :) <br /><br />And Amanda always has such great quotes to share, doesn't she? :D <br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-70906342031544384622010-11-22T21:02:08.186-07:002010-11-22T21:02:08.186-07:00Amber, thanks for posting this.
Jocelyn, Thank ...Amber, thanks for posting this. <br /><br />Jocelyn, Thank you for sharing your story and for ministering to encourage other military wives. My understanding is that there is a great need there for this type of ministry. <br /><br />Thank you so much for specifically sharing how we can pray. I think God has given special strength to you and other wives, not sure I could endure.<br /><br />Amber, you don't need to enter me. I would love to see this go to a military wife or someone who has a friend in that position. <br /><br />Amanda, Thanks for sharing another great Mr. Ludy quote, too. He just says things that you can ponder over and over, doesn't he?Julia M. Reffnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11979214959063965164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-34822914303548618322010-11-22T19:14:42.028-07:002010-11-22T19:14:42.028-07:00Amanda,
I'm glad you could meet Jocelyn! :) A...Amanda,<br /><br />I'm glad you could meet Jocelyn! :) And isn't her love story so sweet? *sigh*<br /><br />Thank you for sharing those quotes and your beautiful, uplifting words! I am thankful for the reminder of the power of prayer. :D God is so good to listen to us and use us for His glory!<br /><br />Thank you for your entry in the drawing and for stopping by! :)<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-15699586275618713812010-11-22T19:12:37.468-07:002010-11-22T19:12:37.468-07:00Renee Ann,
The Bible is so powerful, isn't it...Renee Ann,<br /><br />The Bible is so powerful, isn't it? :) It is definitely amazing to think about how God's word applies to those in every situation in life! I'm so glad you were encouraged by this interview--Jocelyn is so sweet and a great example!<br /><br />And don't thank me for the giveaway, although you're thoughtful to do so. :) Jocelyn and her publisher are the generous ones! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind comment!<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-19309729478768837832010-11-22T08:27:08.452-07:002010-11-22T08:27:08.452-07:00What a beautiful post! Jocelyn, it’s a pleasure to...What a beautiful post! Jocelyn, it’s a pleasure to meet you! Thank you for all you have shared with us and for the beautiful book you have written to encourage those who need encouragement more than most. And, being a lover of romance, I must say I loved your story about how you met your dear husband. So sweet! Thank you for sharing it :)<br /><br />And, I followed your link to those prayer requests and they made me cry with their urgent humbleness. I can’t imagine what it is like for our soldiers and their loved ones- the stress, pain, loneliness, fatigue, temptation and helplessness that can very easily set in. May these feelings take no root in the lives and hearts of our soldiers and their spouses, and may the attacks of the enemy, whether physical or spiritual, have no power and gain no ground in their lives. A sweet lady at my church once shared with us what the Lord spoke to her heart when she was praying and crying out to God for a specific need- “Your prayers go where you can’t go.” I’ve never forgotten that powerful truth. Our prayers and the God of those prayers go where we could never- be it on the front lines with our loved ones or in the secret places of their hearts. If I may, I’d like to share two quotes with you on the power of prayer:<br /><br />“Prayer is the mightiest of all weapons that created natures can wield.” ~Martin Luther<br /><br />“Prayer is the act of battle, it’s the taking of enemy territory, the removal of enemy power and the grabbing hold of promises.” ~Eric Ludy<br /><br />Thank you again, Jocelyn! May the Lord bless you, your husband, and your ministry abundantly! Will be praying for that deadline, too :)<br /><br />Amber, thank you for another great Monday for the Military post and for introducing us to such incredible people! And, thank you for the opportunity to read this wonderful book! Praying you have a beautiful day in Jesus, my friend :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Amanda Stanley<br />mrose608{at}gmail{dot}comAmanda Stanleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16372107574684016349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-48324886015607517682010-11-22T03:39:43.331-07:002010-11-22T03:39:43.331-07:00This interview was such an encouragement. It remin...This interview was such an encouragement. It reminded me why the Bible is so powerful in our lives. No matter what we're going through, God uses those same words in each heart but maybe in a slightly different way--I love that! And it's interesting how God uses times of isolation--like when Jocelyn was in Alaska--to produce fruit in us that gives strength to others. Blessings on this project, Jocelyn!<br /><br />I'm not sure I know anyone who would profit from this book, Amber, so don't include me in a drawing. I pray it would go to exactly the right person! You're thoughtful to give away a copy!Renee Annhttp://reneeannsmith.com/noreply@blogger.com