Comments on: How Jason Saved His Family

By: Joe Jordan

Joe Jordan — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:15:30 +0000

Hi Debbie, You are so sweet. When I look back at all the things God has forgiven of me and the changes he made in me and especially the suffering he endured for me it is pretty easy to do as he asks and forgive others. Not that I don’t have my moments ) Thank you so much for praying for me.

By: Joe Jordan

Joe Jordan — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:06:30 +0000

Thanks a lot! Isaac means the world to me, nice to know I am doing OK.

By: Convergence DVD

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By: becky

becky — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:53:56 +0000

We were on a flight returning from SA and passed this particular chapter around…what have I done w/it since tho is the bigger question..THANK You for the reminder…

By: Lana

Lana — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:15:14 +0000

Hi Joe, I am from a divorced family. I can’t quite imagine how different and how much better things would be if all parties involved could get along.

I am sure that God will bless you for putting Isaac first. And, Isaac will someday thank you.

By: debbie

debbie — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:08:35 +0000

Hi Joe,
Just wanted you to know that I will be praying for you. I am so sorry for all your struggles.
You are an amazing person. And you are being an incredible example to your son. I don’t know if I could be that strong and set aside my hurts the way you are.
Bless you Joe.
Debbie

By: debbie

debbie — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:02:29 +0000

That is a beautiful story. I love that you make me think.
I’m not sure what my life story is, it’s something I’ve been wrestling with for several years. I now know it involves Guatemala and orphans and my girls. I can’t wait for the story to unfold. I can’t wait for the Lord to tell me what the next chapter is. I am waiting on Him for answers.

By: NY Grandma

NY Grandma — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:13:13 +0000

O, Joe –

My heart aches for you! However, I need to tell you, in my opinion as an educator, you are doing everything the right way. I have seen too many parents put their children in the middle of their divorces, anger, etc. – and the children DO suffer. When I see children who are happy, stable, and ‘OK’ it is ALWAYS when the parents have put aside their differences and got along in front of the children. It sounds like you and your ex- are doing this. Allowing Isaac to “like” Barry will go a LONG way in helping him adjust to his “new” life. I am proud of you both for being the adults in this. Your son will love and, eventually, appreciate what you are doing for him. You are allowing him to have a positive relationship with you and his mom. You are also modeling what a godly man does in adverse situations!!

Keep it up, brother! God will bless in the end – and it already looks like he his

By: Joe Jordan

Joe Jordan — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:30:41 +0000

Hi there, I agree with Betty. I will try to tell you how it is with me right now. I think you all know my wife left me a few months ago and as in every divorce children suffer most, my son (Isaac)is no exception. He is the #1 focus for me and I pray very much. I have very limits to talk well or help him with home work and see little of him since he is busy with school, wrestling, and JROTC. He is confused and torn especially now that my ex has a boy friend he really likes a lot. Last night Barry (I forget his name)was comming over to watch Monday night foot ball with Isaac and wants to come watch him wrestle. Isaac was very nervous to tell me this so I told him “It’s cool” and told him not to worry I would be hurt, that I am glad he likes Barry and they have fun togather. Barry got Isaac to quit dressing “Getto” and can help him with school. My ex has to take me to see Isaac wrestle and I told her to make sure Barry sits with us so Isaac doesn’t feel uncomfortable. It wasn’t God’s will I got hurt or we got divorced, to me it is Satan trying to destroy what is God’s will but if we choose to sit in the back and let God work Satan will lose in the end and my son will be a strong, caring, man who knows I put him first and I pray will love God. OK, I hope this is good, you guys know the deal ) God bless. In Christ, Joe

By: Betty Short, NY Grandma's Friend

Betty Short, NY Grandma's Friend — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 02:35:06 +0000

This is what makes this community so connected. You’re making us think and take a look….. God, lead me to Your will and help me live it. When that revelation is illuminated, I’ll tell you my story…… Thanks, Lana for making me listen for His call…..