#troubles

[nevver]

Troubled youth, Chris Steele-Perkins

[wiirocku]

2 Corinthians 1:4 (NLT) - He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.

[palatinewolfsblog]

“Imagine what it does to our culture’s perception of Christ’s gospel when Christians are among the loudest of those disapproving of people being released from their debts. Lord, have mercy.” - Rev. Benjamin Cremer. Have yourself a peaceful, contemplative Good Friday!

[ignitedambience]

[agelessphotography]

Soldier pointing rifle, bottom of Clonard Street, Belfast, Chris Steele-Perkins, 1978

[the-stoic-goat]

[rubypomegranates]

“Man only likes to count his troubles; he doesn't calculate his happiness.”

Fyodor Dostoevsky “Notes from Underground”

[lunalouli]

Recently I decided to start reading sctir and I'm currently in ch 100 since I'm reading on my phone and I still have to read orv and lotm and totcf but I can't find time to read nor the best site/app not to mention that English was never my 1st language and I want to finish sctir before September

[brenda-walsh-ministries]

"When you pray, take your troubles to Jesus & visualize God's loving arms surrounding you with His comfort & protection. With God's strength, you will be able to handle your problems according to His will." - Brenda Walsh

[thewaywardabbey]

Past, Present, Future Spread

Quick Read

Past: Ace of Clubs

Present: 6 of Hearts

Future: King of Clubs

Some kind of windfall in the past is causing problems now. You may have discovered a talent, struck it rich, or maybe started a successful business.

Whatever the issues are, stay calm. If you stay calm and consider things carefully, you can get through this.

A helpful friend is on the way or already in your life. They are friendly but distant, it will take time to get to know them but worth the effort.

This is a quick & general 3-card reading – take to heart only that which resonates & feels true, discard the rest. Remember this may or may not be for you, it’s more of an example.

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~Blessings~Courtney

Copyright – The Wayward Abbey 2025

Fae Bicycle Playing Cards – Fortune Telling Using Playing Cards by Jonathan Dee

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

A Prayer for Help Of David.

1 Lord, battle with those who battle with me. Fight against those who fight against me. 2 Pick up the shield and armor. Rise up and help me. 3 Lift up your spears, both large and small, against those who chase me. Tell me, “I will save you.”

4 Make those who want to kill me be ashamed and disgraced. Make those who plan to harm me turn back and run away. 5 Make them like chaff blown by the wind. Let the angel of the Lord chase them away. 6 Let their road be dark and slippery as the angel of the Lord chases them. 7 For no reason they spread out their net to trap me. For no reason they dug a pit for me. 8 So let ruin strike them suddenly. Let them be caught in their own nets. Let them fall into the pit and die. 9 Then I will rejoice in the Lord. I will be happy when he saves me. 10 Even my bones will say, “Lord, who is like you? You save the weak from the strong. You save the weak and poor from robbers.”

11 Men without mercy stand up to testify. They ask me things I do not know. 12 They repay me with evil for the good I have done. They make me very sad. 13 Yet when they were sick, I put on rough cloth to show my sadness. I showed my sorrow by going without food. But my prayers were not answered. 14 I acted as if they were my friends or brothers. I bowed in sadness as if I were crying for my mother. 15 But when I was in trouble, they gathered and laughed. They gathered to attack before I knew it. They insulted me without stopping. 16 They made fun of me and were cruel to me. They ground their teeth at me in anger.

17 Lord, how long will you watch this happen? Save my life from their attacks. Save me from these people who are like lions. 18 I will praise you in the great meeting. I will praise you among crowds of people. 19 Do not let my enemies laugh at me. They hate me for no reason. Do not let them make fun of me. They have no reason to hate me. 20 Their words are not friendly. They think up lies about peace-loving people. 21 They speak against me. They say, “Aha! We saw what you did!”

22 Lord, you have been watching. Do not keep quiet. Lord, do not leave me alone. 23 Wake up! Come and defend me! My God and Lord, fight for me! 24 Lord my God, defend me with your justice. Don’t let them laugh at me. 25 Don’t let them think, “Aha! We got what we wanted!” Don’t let them say, “We destroyed him.” 26 Let them be ashamed and embarrassed. They were happy when I hurt. Cover them with shame and disgrace. They thought they were better than I was. 27 May my friends sing and shout for joy. May they always say, “Praise the greatness of the Lord. He loves to see his servants do well.” 28 I will tell of your goodness. I will praise you every day. — Psalm 35 | International Children’s Bible (ICB) The Holy Bible, International Children’s Bible® Copyright© 1986, 1988, 1999, 2015 by Thomas Nelson. Cross References: Genesis 30:6; Exodus 3:7; Exodus 15:11; Exodus 23:1; 1 Samuel 24:15; Job 16:10; Job 21:18; Job 30:25; Psalm 3:8; Psalm 7:6; Psalm 9:5; Psalm 13:1; Psalm 22:13; Psalm 22:22; Psalm 38:12; Psalm 44:26; Psalm 55:21; Psalm 56:1; psalm 71:8; Psalm 73:18; Psalm 109:29; Psalm 147:11; Matthew 8:12; Matthew 10:13; Luke 1:47; John 10:32; John 15:25; 1 Thessalonians 5:3

Notes: Psalm 35 is a powerful plea for vindication and deliverance from enemies, expressing his suffering and calling on God to judge those who persecute him, while also promising praise to God for his deliverance.

[wiirocku]

James 1:2 (NLT) - Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy.

[miralumestudio]

Discover the enchanting beauty of cherry blossoms captured in this vibrant watercolor masterpiece. With its lively splashes of color and delicate floral details, this artwork brings a touch of springtime elegance and serenity to any space. Perfect for lovers of nature, art, and Japanese-inspired designs, it's a celebration of fleeting beauty and artistic expression.

[thepersonalwords]

People will try to frustrate you in life. But you have to decide to stay determined.

Lailah Gifty Akita, Think Great: Be Great!

[agelessphotography]

Youth with a stone during a riot at the top of Leeson Street, west Belfast, Chris Steele-Perkins, 1978