I have many friends. Some of my friends have experienced pain and suffering so unspeakable. One friend in particular saw many people who called him their friend not only walked away from him in a great hour of need; but, they stood publicly against him. Truth be known, these were no friends that did this.
Someone said, “When it is your hour of need those who run in are your true friends. Those who run out were never truly friends to begin with.” This was in response to a similar quote that I cannot recall. You get the gist.
Being parents of a child with deep special need will sometimes make you fell like someone pulled the fire alarm in your life as you watch those you know and love either stand and look away or worse yet they run away. I think some of them mean well; but, they don’t know what to do or how to handle the situation.
Let me tell you; if it is not too painful for you, please stand and stay with your friends who are going through the wringer of hell that some days describes life for these parents and their special children. We have had two such weeks at our home. Many gallons of tears have been shed by all members. Yet, there were the faithful few who called to say they love us and are praying for us. For this I cannot thank my Father enough for nor can I thank these friends and family enough. We would never make it if it were not for the prayers of God’s people.
I hate to admit it; but, I truly believe I know first hand what drives people to take their own lives in suicide. The pain is so intense that you will do anything to make it go away. Do not fear I am not contemplating suicide. Not even close. My family needs me too much to take my own life. My Father sustains me and He sustains my wife. We have experienced the truth of Psalm 38:11, “My lovers and my friends stand aloof from my sore; and my kinsmen stand afar off.” But then there are the faithful few who lovingly stand by us. I thank God for those who stand with us, by us and especially for us. God bless you richly!
So, how are you doing?