tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post995010030023060228..comments2023-12-29T16:13:47.863-08:00Comments on Walking Well With God: Craving Connection 2 - A Journey Through Life's SeasonsBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-21476501278949405972017-02-10T11:58:17.409-08:002017-02-10T11:58:17.409-08:00Gayl,
Thanks so much for popping over from Susan&#...Gayl,<br />Thanks so much for popping over from Susan's place. Don't you love the connections we bloggers can make out here in the blogosphere?! Joining with you in thankfulness for the connections I've been blessed to make along life's path.<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-81138977750883312702017-02-10T11:56:47.128-08:002017-02-10T11:56:47.128-08:00Jill,
So true that the connection is two fold - fi...Jill,<br />So true that the connection is two fold - first out connection (up and down you might say) between us and our Heavenly father and then outward (left to right between us and the people God puts in our lives). Glad you found refreshment here!<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-71928523305634051192017-02-10T11:54:57.534-08:002017-02-10T11:54:57.534-08:00Dawn,
You're most welcome. I'm glad you w...Dawn,<br />You're most welcome. I'm glad you won - that was good timing! I have learned that our entire life we are making connections. Though I might have forgone some of the circumstances of my life, I would never changes the friendships they brought about. Always a silver lining :)<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-90201169789098746452017-02-10T07:53:47.705-08:002017-02-10T07:53:47.705-08:00Bev, thanks for sharing so much of your story whic...Bev, thanks for sharing so much of your story which really shows how much we need connection in our lives. I'm so thankful for the friends and family God has given me along the way. Blessings to you! I'm your neighbor at #DanceWithJesus.Gayl Wrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02564461995154051353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-19264724569741017432017-02-09T17:53:40.815-08:002017-02-09T17:53:40.815-08:00Thanks Bev for exploring the importance of connect...Thanks Bev for exploring the importance of connection. God didn't plan for us to be alone and wants us to live in connection to Him and others around us. Refreshing reminders for us all!Jillhttp://www.followhisfootprints.org/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-5356464861325467292017-02-09T15:22:27.712-08:002017-02-09T15:22:27.712-08:00First of all.... THANK YOU for the chance to win t...First of all.... THANK YOU for the chance to win the book Craving Connection. I had just admired a friend's copy and decided to buy one when I got the email saying I won your drawing. :) Yay! Thanks again.<br /><br />Secondly, So much of what you said I totally get. So much I can only empathize because I have not been down your road. But the reaching out and the longing for kindred spirits is such a deep and personal need. I love the way you are making connections here, Bev, and extending a literal hand of grace. :) <br />Blessings!<br />DawnDawnhttp://www.journeysingrace.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-3703153141901534462017-02-09T13:48:14.160-08:002017-02-09T13:48:14.160-08:00Brenda,
How true that we need community when it...Brenda,<br />How true that we need community when it's hard to put ourselves out there. Perhaps that's are cue to step up our game when things are going well?! Yes, we do need to get together soon - once I get over this flu crud :( Loved linking up this am!<br />Blessings and hugs sweet friend,<br />Bev xoBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-9980326045838607462017-02-09T13:45:49.356-08:002017-02-09T13:45:49.356-08:00Michele,
Sometimes I think it's the enemy whis...Michele,<br />Sometimes I think it's the enemy whispering in our ear telling us we are outsiders...edge dwellers. Here's to stepping up and being, as you said, the brave ones who welcome others who feel like they are on the edges.<br />Blessings and always appreciate your perspective,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-76162783154979160942017-02-09T06:22:15.956-08:002017-02-09T06:22:15.956-08:00Yay, Congratulations Dawn! :) -- Bev, what a beaut...Yay, Congratulations Dawn! :) -- Bev, what a beautifully vulnerable post. I think the times we need community the most are also the times it's hardest to put ourselves out there. Thanks for sharing these encouraging words today, friend. (We need to get together again soon, it's been a while!) I need to go check out the craving community study. :) As always, thanks for sharing with #ChasingCommunity, Bev. You're a blessing. ((xoxo)) Brendahttp://www.brendabradfordottinger.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-24135078201165104482017-02-09T06:16:37.772-08:002017-02-09T06:16:37.772-08:00Standing there on the edge of things along with yo...Standing there on the edge of things along with you, friend -- and trying to "outgrow" that tendency. It's time for me to step up and be the brave one who welcomes others who feel that THEY are on the edges. Maybe we all feel that way, at time? Thanks for words that call me to the center of things.Michele Morinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814119096056835884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-45502561973735716102017-02-09T04:17:31.705-08:002017-02-09T04:17:31.705-08:00Belinda,
Yay for YOU!! Way to go. Yes, God will ...Belinda,<br />Yay for YOU!! Way to go. Yes, God will put people in our paths and He will even give us a little nudge from behind, but ultimately it's up to us to extend that hand in friendship. So glad to hear your success story. I'd say you are off on a whole new wonderful adventure in cultivating community. Good for you...keep us posted!<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-20467340323183398872017-02-09T04:14:29.007-08:002017-02-09T04:14:29.007-08:00Karen,
Yes, life and friendships do have a way of ...Karen,<br />Yes, life and friendships do have a way of coming full circle. That's kind of where I am right now. I have fewer friends but treasure those I have and need to make time for them. Men, are different creatures...Amen?! They seem to be able to go along without the friendships, but we women crave them. I will be praying that God will put a/some women in your path and that you will be brave enough to extend your hand in friendship. Thank you for sharing so honestly here. God knows the desires of your heart and He will provide. As for the anxiety...remember YOU are a person worthy and worth knowing. God says so!<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-36330864808205309812017-02-09T04:10:52.835-08:002017-02-09T04:10:52.835-08:00Beth,
What a true blessing to have so many rich fr...Beth,<br />What a true blessing to have so many rich friendships that it's hard to make time for them all. That speaks to what kind of wonderful friend YOU are!!<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-30970601160131733082017-02-09T04:09:51.650-08:002017-02-09T04:09:51.650-08:00Sarah,
So glad you won a copy!! Isn't MOPS wo...Sarah,<br />So glad you won a copy!! Isn't MOPS wonderful. I wished they had the sequel...MOT's (Mothers of Teenagers)...boy could I have used that!! I'll be digging in with you to Craving Connection.<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-74656598542981719912017-02-09T04:08:23.428-08:002017-02-09T04:08:23.428-08:00Susan,
Yes, indeed, and it is always morphing and ...Susan,<br />Yes, indeed, and it is always morphing and changing...still we need that connection. Thanks for popping in dear friend.<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-86401500897387751382017-02-08T16:35:49.218-08:002017-02-08T16:35:49.218-08:00I'm going through this book at the moment. I ...I'm going through this book at the moment. I love your words: I have discovered that God will put people in my path, but it is up to me to take that scary step of extending my hand in friendship. <br /><br />Last week a lady in town (a vague acquaintance) put out an invite to anyone who would like to make a new friend to meet at the library. About 9 ladies showed up - and though I found it hard to go, I am glad I did. None of the ladies were in my circle of friends so it expanded me and my circle of connection in this town. There will be such a get together every week. I am pleased that the lady put out the invite, but also challenged to take such initiatives myself.Belinda Letchfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01633623295326829373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-45089033346976854212017-02-08T11:17:09.833-08:002017-02-08T11:17:09.833-08:00Wow! This post spoke to me right where I am at! ...Wow! This post spoke to me right where I am at! I have had seasons of friendships. The best years were my homeschooling/MOPs years where our family was part of a Bible study with people our age with the same children. The church we attended always had opportunities for fellowship. It was a very blessed time. <br /><br />But now we are attending a different church that isn't close to our home; we are recent empty nesters, and it is as if we have come full circle from when we moved here almost 35 years ago not knowing anyone. <br /><br />For men it seems to not bother them as much not to have friends, but for women, me included, I am definitely feeling lonely, and especially at my age, I don't want life to pass me by or to miss out on friendships because of my own anxiety over new people and situations and/or rejection.<br /><br />Your post gave much encouragement and I appreciate so much you sharing it.Karen Del Tattohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12534510202288836694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-30732258015795835722017-02-08T07:47:04.073-08:002017-02-08T07:47:04.073-08:00Even though I'm more of an introvert, I've...Even though I'm more of an introvert, I've always needed close friends in my life. I've struggled like you, Bev, in certain seasons of my life to find someone I "connected with" but I now enjoy so many rich and godly friendships that it's hard to make time for them all. Great topic, my friend and one that I truly resonate with! Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13156048755652103073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-83582320239296151192017-02-08T04:50:58.968-08:002017-02-08T04:50:58.968-08:00Bev, I enjoyed your stories of friendship. MOPS w...Bev, I enjoyed your stories of friendship. MOPS was a saving grace for me too! I won a copy of Craving Connection at another blog. Can't wait to dig into the truths.Sarah Geringerhttp://www.sarahgeringer.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-73980845898331716232017-02-08T04:08:35.858-08:002017-02-08T04:08:35.858-08:00This connection thing is huge, amen? xo Visiting f...This connection thing is huge, amen? xo Visiting from Holley's today.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14364430951695372897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-52526469983526431932017-02-07T23:34:30.678-08:002017-02-07T23:34:30.678-08:00Linda,
I, too, am married to my best friend and it...Linda,<br />I, too, am married to my best friend and it's easy to just get caught up in us. I often have to urge myself outside my easy comfort zone and make the time for friendships. Life has taught me that we need those friendships for when trials and sorrows come. God beckons you to come and ask Him what He would have you do...great direction in which to go. Thank you so much for sharing!<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-58364536154630461592017-02-07T23:32:12.701-08:002017-02-07T23:32:12.701-08:00Lesley,
Keep our eyes on the prize. Yes, there wi...Lesley,<br />Keep our eyes on the prize. Yes, there will be some rejection, but the Creator of the Universe has our back. It is so worth it when we find that deep connection with people. Thanks for sharing!<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-75266347574912213172017-02-07T23:30:46.874-08:002017-02-07T23:30:46.874-08:00Linda,
Amen! It wasn't (isn't) all about ...Linda,<br />Amen! It wasn't (isn't) all about me...it's all about Him. Maybe that can be my reminder when my palms get sweaty before I walk into that crowded room. "Lord, I claim this is all about You...let's roll..." Love it!<br />Always such wisdom friend,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-51765011054474790832017-02-07T23:28:38.638-08:002017-02-07T23:28:38.638-08:00Jeanne,
You make a great point that we, too often,...Jeanne,<br />You make a great point that we, too often, come to depend on friendships more than we rely on Him. Our God is a jealous God who will have no other "gods" before Him. If we aren't in right relationship with Him, He'll make some adjustments. So true that God created us to be inderdependent and sometimes that means laying aside our pride in wanting to or feeling we have to go it alone. Love your insights!<br />Blessings,<br />Bev xxBev Rihtarchik - Walking Well With Godhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18225613427007199391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2443269509543825661.post-20631115302036963592017-02-07T15:03:11.072-08:002017-02-07T15:03:11.072-08:00Bev, thank you for these words. I am somewhat iso...Bev, thank you for these words. I am somewhat isolated much of the time and am 69. I am married to my best friend, yet we do very little outside of us. I have been craving to a slight degree the connections and will spend time with God for what He has for me. Thanks for encouraging me. ~ lindaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com