For quite a while, I’ve wanted to share about the struggles our family has been going through over the last 5 months. I would sit down to begin typing and the words would not flow.
But this week, I heard a song that said what I’ve been wanting to say. If you’re a regular reader of my blog, you know I enjoy sharing songs that I love.
When Wayne and I married in 1991 we had a lot of songs sung at our wedding (Wayne has a bachelor’s degree in vocal music). One of the songs was, I Will Be Here by Steven Curtis Chapman.
It was a perfect song for us as we were beginning our life together. The last verse says this,
And just as sure as seasons are made for change
Our lifetimes are made for years
So I… I will be here
We’ll be together
I will be here
So here we are 22 years later. We’ve had our ups and downs. We’ve watched our children grow up, we’ve dealt with cancer, we’ve lost my Mom to cancer and the list could go on. We’ve been through life!
But last fall, was definitely one of the most difficult seasons for our family.
Our daughter Courtney had grown up wanting to be married and to have children. But she also knew that having a career was important. Her desire was to stay home with her children when they were small.
Courtney graduated from Georgetown College with an elementary education degree and waited on God’s timing for finding her future mate.
She began working as a teacher and in 2009 she met her future husband. They dated for a year and in June 2010 they were married.
Six months into their marriage Courtney became pregnant and on September 2, 2011, Colt Allen Rogers was born. He has been such a blessing to our family!
Last June Courtney and her husband celebrated their 3 year anniversary. We knew they were having some struggles but we also knew the first few years of marriage can be hard.
Unfortunately, in September, Courtney found out her husband was being unfaithful and he decided to leave and did not want to reconcile. As you can imagine we were all devastated.
This is not the life that Courtney would have chosen. (I’m divorced and Courtney and Cory know the difficulties that go along with divorce). She wanted more than anything for her marriage to work out but it’s not a possibility.
Courtney and Colt moved in with us last October. As many of you know Wayne and I had 2 foreign exchange students living with us.
Because of the pain our family was going through we knew we couldn’t keep Camille and Nikki. Thankfully, some wonderful friends from church took the girls so we get to see them often. God was faithful!
Although it hasn’t been easy, Courtney and Colt are doing much better! She has a wonderful job and we know that God has a plan for their life and it is full of hope.
When I heard the song, Together by Steven Curtis Chapman, I knew I wanted to share it with you all. I decided to add pictures of our family over the last few years. All the pictures in the video are of Wayne, Courtney, Cory, Colt and myself and I added one with Camille and Nikki.
We are a family, a family that can testify to God’s grace and mercy!
I’m sure your family has not been immune to struggles. Have you seen God’s hand at work in your family?
Have a blessed day!
Cindy, thank you for posting this. As I write, my 22 year old daughter, her birthday is today, is in the divorce process. She never would have thought this. It has eaten her alive. We are a Christian family, her husband’s too. It doesn’t make sense. But I know God is carrying us. He has been faithful. We experienced the loss of my mom in October, did her and my father’s estate sale, and sold their house last month. God has faithfully kept us. And the Lord is giving me back the good job I had quit to help my mom through the last stages of her cancer. I studied Revelation this year in BSF. Jesus wins!! He will do away with everything that sin brings, and will bring us to the New Heaven and Earth with the Father. This means so much to me now!! Please pray for my family as I pray for yours. Much love!
Katrina I am so sorry. It takes time to heal but I know God has a plan for your daughter and He will be faithful.
Blessings,
Cyndo
Cyndi,
Hi there, I just found your blog a few weeks ago. I was looking for 40-something fashion inspiration. Little did I know what a blessing your website would be to me. My husband of 20 years left me last June for another woman. I was totally blindsided. Our daughters are devastated. Our community is shocked. I fought for 6 months to save my marriage. But, it takes two to make a marriage work. My love for my husband was unconditional, his love for me was not. My folks are on their way to spend some time with us. Their love and support has been an incredible blessing. I am having to file a lawsuit this week so my nightmare is nowhere near an end. Please share with your daughter that she is not alone. Remind her that our suffering is nothing compared to the suffering of our Savior. He has special plans for us! He never abandons and His plans will unfold in His perfect timing. Please wish her my best and thank you for such a wonderful place to visit everyday!
Cyndi,
Just viewed your video clip…through teary eyes. Our God is faithful, even in times of tremendous pain. And He does have a plan, for us to prosper and have hope. Right now I feel prompted to text our oldest son and his wife, telling them how very grateful my beloved and I are that they blessed us with a precious grandbaby, Ava. Holding your family in prayer! Thanks for sharing a very personal part of your life. You are a beautiful woman, inside and out!
A Sister in Christ,
Debbie
I just found out my son and his wife are separating and probably divorcing. She apparently, has found someone else. Our hearts hurt so much for our children. I ask for anyone’s prayers, our hearts are broken. I know with God’s grace, we will survive, but it is hard, isn’t it? Hugs and prayers to you and yours, Cyndi.
Believe me Sheryl, we do pray for him. He is Colt’s father and we want Colt to have a godly father who loves Jesus.
Thanks for stopping by!
Cyndi
Cyndi, Thank you for sharing your family’s struggles. So many times we hide our hard times and hurts and put on a happy face, but the world also needs to know that as Christ’s followers we struggle too…but we have Him to turn too and He is always there! You are a blessing to me and I will lift your family in prayer.
Hi Cyndi,
Sadly, my brother recently left his wife and 3 kids for another woman. We were all devastated for my sister-in-law and the kids. Of course, all we’ve been doing is praying. But you know what, Cindi? We have also been praying for my brother & his girlfriend. They need The Lord so much (don’t we all). We have been praying that The Lord would send the right person into my brother’s life so he would return to God. I would like to encourage you to pray for your son-in-law. He needs The Lord too!
Oh Cyndi – I need a tissue. What a beautiful song – it is so touching. And, what a beautiful family you have. God is good, his mercy endures forever. He has a plan for your beautiful daughter and grandson. She is so lucky to have a Godly family like yours to rely on… and a savior that will keep her in the palm of His hand. Thank you for sharing such your story and letting us see into your heart. God Bless, prayers for you all.
Cyndi,
We do not know one another personally, but as your sister in Christ, know my heart hurts with you in this struggle. My arms surround you, your daughter, that sweet baby grandson, husband and son in many hugs of prayer. Praise God we are never left alone or unattended. God is not slack with His promises; they are like countless grains of sand. His mercy falls new and fresh upon us every morning and…..He is FULL of goodness!
I pray His most richest blessings are yet to be discovered and showered over Courtney’s life and on each of you as you trust in His unfailing love. She is so blessed to have you for her mom….pointing her to Jesus as the anchor in her soul, loving her, providing support and the many tears shared together like bonding glue. God often speaks through mothers and He is using you as a testimony of His grace! Thank you for being a willing vessel and sharing both your pain and praise to us as your life continues to point to The Savior.
Love, hugs and continued prayer,
Dawn
Hi Cyndi, I’m so sorry that your family has had to know this heartache. I can promise you something!!! Courtney and Colt WILL be okay. It’s so hard to look at that little face and feel that pain. Courtney will heal and God will put a very special man in her life. Colt has so much love in his life, and his future will be better than you know. I know this from experience. I send my deepest and sincere prayers for you and your family. Time does heal all wounds.
You have such a beautiful daughter and grandson. I have faith they have many wonderful things coming their way. They are fortunate to have the support they have from their family. Cory looks adorable.
Jacquie
This made me sad. I’m so sorry about this. We’ve been through a couple things like this in our lives, but it’s wonderful to know there will be a brighter day. Prayers for you and your family. Gail
Thank you for sharing your family with your readers Cyndi. You have a beautiful family and I will be praying that God will wrap his arms around you.
Cyndi, the prayer I will pray for Courtney is that she know forgiveness. I have walked in her shoes and know the pain she is living but fortunately someone told me the best thing I could do for myself and my children was to forgive my ex-husband EVEN IF HE WAS NOT SORRY! The relief of forgiveness is not for him…it is for her! Such a wonderful peace comes with total forgiveness. Now, do not think I have forgotten…after all, I am just human! Chin up Courtney, some tests are more painful than others but the end results are also twice as amazing. I hope you find a wonderful, real man just like I did, who will make you look back on this painful time and actually be able to say “thank you, Lord”. Can not wait to hear the wonderful plans God has for you and Colt. Cyndi, please keep us posted!
Courtney, I just want to encourage your daughter. 🙂 I’ve been there too, only that marriage was over only 4 months after it started and there were no children. We all have different stories but the reason it ended is the same. And God is faithful. He heals. Now, I’ve been married for 22 years to the man I know God wanted me with and together we have 3 children. Its not easy, but with God, all things are possible. Hugs…stay strong and courageous.
Thanks for sharing your story. I’m so sorry to hear about what your daughter has gone through. I’ll pray for your family.
Sorry to hear about your daughter’s marriage. I know the pain she is going through at such a young age . I.went through a divorce myself at such a young age . I will be praying for her.
The video brought tears to my eyes seeing your precious family. We too have seen God’s faithfulness over circumstances we would have never chosen – the death of our 18 yo son by a drunk driver – leaving us heartbroken and our daughter without her only sibling. Life can be heart wrenching, but God is faithful and one day He will make all things new. That is the hope we cling to, and that we will see our son/brother again. He is faithful! Isaiah 46:4 has been the verse I have clung to so dearly.
Thank you for sharing your story Cyndi. I have been wondering what your struggle was. Courtney and Colt are so blessed to have their family support. I’ll keep everyone in my prayers. As you’ve shared your past experience with divorce, you are a living example of what happiness God can provide for her. You have a beautiful family and the slide show was so sweet. Thank you.
I am sooo sorry to hear about your daughter. I know as parents we want a good life for our children and wish them no harm, and we cry when they are hurt. It is very fortunate for her, you all are there to comfort and help her back on her feet. God is also with her every step of the way! We don’t always understand why…but God knows and he will be there for her 24-7. God bless you all richly. Sorry that I am a little behind on reading all your blogs…but I do so love them and they are an inspiration to me always. Loved the song and pix show of the family! You all are a beautiful family!
This just goes to show that we don’t know the broken hearts that are behind the smiles. You have certainly smiled through your blog. We encounter people everyday that are hurting, yet we may never know it. My prayers are with you and your beautiful family. God bless you for your honesty and openess.
Like everyone else has said, we all have our struggles. I do believe that things happen for a reason, although when you are going through it you can’t figure out why. Your daughter is very lucky to have such loving parents supporting her and your grandson.
Blessings to you and your family
Cyndi,
I am so sorry to hear this about Courtney. As a mother of a young baby, I can’t imagine what she must be feeling. So thankful that she has such wonderful Christian parents to fall back on. Even as adults with children of our own, we need and appreciate the gentle and loving guidance and support from our parents. Praying for peace for your family, and praying for a speedy healing and some sort of glimpse of hope for Courtney.
Love from GA,
Lindsay
Cyndi,
Thank you for your honest and sincere heart and for sharing your family’s journey. I, too, am divorced and am watching my daughter go through a very difficult relationship that is unraveling. I understand that pain your mother’s heart must be feeling and will lift, you, your daughter, and your family up in prayer. God is sovereign and will use these struggles to draw each of you closer to Him.
In Christ,
Melissa
What a beautiful family you have. Most all families have issues of some sort or another but it is how we handle the issues as a family.Our family lives with the idea that if one of us has a problem we all have a problem,it is nice to know you will never be left alone to deal with it .
Courtney and Colt are very blessed to be in a home filled with God’s love. This too shall pass and God will see all of you though this rough spot in your lives. We will continue to pray for you.
God Bless!
It’s not easy to share our struggles is it? But, I’m glad you did… the body of Christ is here and ready to rally around you and Courtney and Colton and the whole family. I’m sure you’ve experienced that already in your church community…and now the bigger community.
I know Courtney will triumph through this. I know that I know that God indeed has a plan for her and not for harm but for a future and a hope. This season, while difficult and hurtful, also has many blessings to behold.
I wish I was there in person to hug you and walk beside you during this part of of your journey….I can’t do that physically, but I am praying and lifting all of you up from Texas.
xo, Sharon
Sorry to hear of these difficult times. The Bible tells us there will be seasons and not all times are pleasant. At times there is a chapter in our lives that, at the moment, seems unbearable but we are also given the promise that The Lord will guide us thru. As Courtney and Colt begin a new chapter in their lives may they feel His strength and love surround them.
Praying for you and your family, Cyndi. When you mentioned family concerns earlier, I thought it might be something like this. You are all strong and God will heal this hurt. What a blessing that you all have each other!
Thank you for sharing your heart Cyndi… I know it wasn’t easy! I, along with many of your readers truly care about you and Courtney and your family…. I have been praying since last fall when you mentioned something has happened. Thankful our God is walking through this season of pain with you all, but especially with Courtney. Big hugs to you Cyndi…. Colt and Courtney are soo blessed to have you & Wayne!! Joy comes in the morning!!!
Thank you for sharing your story. Your daughter is blessed to have you especially during this time, and your time together with her and her sweet little boy is going to be something you’ll all cherish in the years ahead. God is faithful. As believers we are sure not immune from the pain, but it is what brings about true growth when we come through it in the strength of the Holy Spirit and see He has been with us every step. God bless you for sharing that with us!
Same thing happened to my Brother and she left the 2 1/2 yr old behind with him. My mom ended pretty much raising her. So sorry . Time will heal. Hugs and prayers.
Same exact story for my daughter Jaimie, only she had four children we she found him in her bed with her best friend. Such sadness. She felt like the fairy tale was forever gone. Now she is married to a wonderful man who had 2 children and they have one together. Sometimes we have to hit rock bottom before we realize that God and his son can lift us up from anywhere. She is very happy now. Good luck to your daughter. I promise that God has the power to make all things right again.
Cyndi, the very same thing happened to my son after 3 years of marriage. Luckily no children, but a brand new dental practice, new building , new house, etc. Shook all of our world for a long time, but he has been able to move on . We continue to pray that God will redeem that heartache someday, and I’ll pray the same thing for Courtney.
I’m so sorry, Cyndi. I can’t even imagine the pain you have all endured while going through this. I’ll be praying for you all! He is faithful!
My heart breaks for all of you and yet I know God has a bigger better plan for Courtney then we could ever hope or dream. Keeping you in prayer knowing good days re just round the corner.
Blessings & ((Hugs))
My thoughts and prayers of healing to your family. I am watching my son recover from the exact same thing (minus having a child) and as a mother it’s devastating. I’m struggling with my feelings of rage for her and deep concern for him. Nothing to do but pray!
I went thur a divorce in the 90’s …God was there by my side every step of the way. Now in 2014 I can look back and see all the places in my life that God had his hand in!
Do glad you are all doing better.
Thank you Gina!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes, she will heal. And I pray we will give God all the glory!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes, Yes! Beauty from the ashes!! I can’t wait to see the next chapter.
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Vickie!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you for your prayers Lynn!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes it can be dang hard! 🙂
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Jennifer!! I was so glad she was able to share how faithful God has been to her and to thank our church family for all of their prayers and support.
She has been through a lot over the last several months, and some things are too personal for us to ever share publicly.
Love you,
cyndi
Thank you for your prayers Jennifer. It means so much!
Blessing,
Cyndi
Maryanne thank you for your prayers. That means so much to me.
God is always faithful!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes, seeing our kids hurt is painful!! If I’m hurt for Courtney, I can only imagine how God is hurting for her too. He loves us so much!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes, Sandy, a weight has been lifted. I wanted to share but I also wanted to be sensitive to the situation we are dealing.
Thank you for your prayers and encouragement!
Cyndi
Linda, I wish I could understand why we have to go through these struggles but we may never fully understand on this side of heaven. I do know Jesus struggled here too and went through more than I can ever imagine. Keep clinging to Christ!
Blessings,
Cyndi
So nice to meet you Bethany! Thank you for stopping by. I pray God is glorified through our trials. I want to be found faithful!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Hi Cyndi. I am so sorry that you and your family are going through this. Thanks be to God that Courtney and Cole have you and Wayne.
Thank you for that reminder Kim. He does have the master plan!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes struggle bring us closer to God because we realize how much we need him!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Penny we ALL have struggles we have to bear but yes God is faithful!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Oh yes, joy does come in the morning!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
I’m sorry to hear that! But I’m glad your daughter has you to help her through the time. I’ll pray for your family. 🙂
Thank you for your prayers Jessica!! I can’t wait to see His plan for Courtney and Colt too!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Oh Lori I’m so thankful you have felt the love of Jesus through your difficult year. He is growing us, isn’t he??
I also feel a special kinship with you all!! I feel like I know you because you stop by so often.
Thank you for your prayers Lisa. He is so faithful to the broken hearted–love that!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
I meant to text you and warn you ahead of time. Sorry about that!! Courtney will have a beautiful story and testimony!!
Love you!!
xoxo
Thank you Shari!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you for your prayers Cindy. It’s much better now!
Blessings
Cyndi
Thank you Alyssa!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Cyndi,
Thanks for sharing your story and I think it took incredible courage. Your slide show was absolutely amazing. Sending Love and Prayers to Courtney and your entire family.
Amy
What a wonderful testimony Leanne!! Just what we needed to hear!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Michelle. The song is amazing!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you so much Linda!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Aww Kim, you’re sweet!! Thank you for your prayers!
Blessings,
cyndi
Thank you Nell!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Shel!
blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Karol!! We want to encourage Courtney through this difficult season.
Blessings,
Cyndi
Cyndi,
Thanks for being real!
I will keep you and your family in prayer.
Brenda I’m so sorry that you all are dealing with this too. Thank you for your prayers, they have meant so much!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you for sharing that Jennifer. We want to encourage and love on her during this difficult season.
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Suzanne!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Christie! We’ll be prayer partners. 🙂
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Wendy!! We all have struggles, don’t we?? Thankfully we have Jesus!
Blessings,
cyndi
Thank you Bobbi!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you for sharing that Kristen! What a wonderful testimony you have of God’s faithfulness.
Courtney needs prayer in trusting again. There was so much deceit and I’m afraid she will have trust issues.
Thank you so much for your concern!
Blessings
Cyndi
Thank you Casey! I feel very loved through this blog and I hope you all know how much you mean to me.
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes he does comfort and sustain us!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Susan. I’m so sorry for your friend. It is devastating!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
I believe something amazing is around the corner for her and I can’t wait see God’s plan.
Blessings,
Cyndi
The slideshow was beautiful, and my, does your daughter ever look like your sister. 🙂
Love you too Teresa and thank you for stopping by!
Blessing,
Cyndi
What a wonderful example you are, not only to your children, but to all of us who read your blog.
Although you are having a dark time in your life, you are showing all of us how to traverse the valley, to the Lord, by your example.
May the grace and blessings of the Lord be with you and your family.
We will keep clinging Laura! Thank you for stopping by.
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you so much for your prayers Felicia!! We are sisters in Christ and that’s awesome.
Blessings,
Cyndi
Yes, nothing surprises him! Thank you Beth.
Blessings,
Cyndi
Thank you Jen!!
Blessings,
Cyndi
God is faithful, and you have shown that through the example you set for all of us that read your blog and have been blessed through it. Courtney will grow stronger through her struggles, and because of the love of your sweet family and the strength that comes from trusting our loving Father, she will heal from her deep hurt.
Cyndi, my heart breaks that your daughter is going through this -and you all along with her. I will pray for you all, because I cannot keep from it! It touches my heart. I DO know that God is such an amazing story writer! I just KNOW that your daughter has a new wonderful chapter waiting to be written in her life…one full of of joy & happiness. We all know that (from our struggles) GOD makes pure beauty from the ashes. (Amen?!) HUGS and many prayers being lifted for you & your beautiful family.
Thanks for sharing the wonderful family photos. Praying . . .
What a beautiful song and slideshow of your family. I hadn’t watched it yet when I commented earlier. It is a beautiful tribute to the strength & joy God gives us even in the midst of our trials. He will bring beauty from ashes as He promises.
I’m so sorry for your pain and heartache. It’s so difficult to see our children hurting. God is faithful and He will walk with you through this hard time. Courtney is blessed to have your home to go to and for the support and encouragement you are showing her. Praying for you all.
What a blessing you are to your daughter and grandson…..life can be so dang hard sometimes…. God bless your sweet family!!
We love you all so much! Courtney and Colt have been in my prayers all this time. My heart ached for her this morning as she went in front of the church. I know God has you all in His hands and everything will be to His glory in the end. Lots of love!
praying for your family. I somehow felt this was the situation. Courtney and Colt are blessed to have you and Wayne to help carry the load. May God bless you all.
I have been praying for your family since you first mentioned that something was going on. I will continue to pray! God is always faithful! Thank you for sharing.
I’m SO sorry, Cyndi. I know this must be so hard for your mother’s heart to bear. Nothing hurts worse than seeing our kids hurt. I am so glad they have you standing beside them as they get their feet under them. Big hugs to all.
Cyndi…I too love the sone..I Will be here…and how fitting that you and your husband are there for your daughter and grandson when they need you through such a difficult time. I know that you have struggled in telling your blogging friends so I pray that after sharing your story, you feel a tremendous weight lifted from your shoulders and know that so many are praying for you and your family. We can only trust in Gods plan for all of you. What a beautiful family you have!
Hi Cyndi,
Thank you for sharing your struggles and your faithfulness. You may not know in this life time, how much you helped others with the same kind of struggles. I am one and I have cried out to God to help me understand , to know His way… I love your page. Being real is the best witness you can have. Bless you for helping others. Love and prayers, Linda
I don’t think I’ve ever commented before, but I just had to leave a comment on this post. I’m so sorry for all that has gone on in your family over these past several months. I know this kind of pain, and it has the power to destroy, but what a ray of God’s redeeming light you must be to your daughter and grandson! Your honesty is inspiring, and I hope that God is further glorified by your willingness to share your family’s struggles. =) Bethany
What a truly beautiful family you have Cyndi. As a mother, I can appreciate how we want to protect our children (even when they’re grown) and how devastating it is when we can’t. Remember that our Lord has the master plan and sometimes we have to get down in that low valley of life (where it’s the most fertile) in order to grow and stand on that mountain! Your family’s love , God’s blessings, and all of our prayers will see ya thru this valley.
Love and Faith,
Kim
Cyndi-
Thank you for sharing the beautiful photos of your family as well as your struggles. As you said, we all have struggles and I think it can be helpful to share our struggles with others so that we know we are not alone. Sometimes the difficult times can bring us closer to God and help us grow deeper in our faith. That is my prayer for all of you!
Thank you so much for sharing your story, Cyndi. I know that was not an easy thing to do. Even though your struggle is very painful, it is comforting to others (Me) that I am not being picked on or just a reminder we are not alone and that we all have struggles and hurts that we must bear. But even in such painful situations, God can deliver the most sweetest blessings. May God bless your family.
Thank you for sharing with us Cyndi. I know the grief that is betrayal of this very kind, having been left with 3 children after 14 years of marriage. God is so faithful and that time of searing pain and grief have now given way to the greatest joy I have in a new marriage and even more importantly a closer relationship with God and a deeper desire for Him. Courtney is blessed to have such loving family who remind her of God’s love for her and little Colt daily! Weeping may stay in the night but joy comes in the Morning! Praying for you all! Krista
Cyndi,
I am so sorry to hear about what has been going on in Courtney and Colt life. Please know I will be praying for Courtney, Colt and your whole family! God is going to use this for His glory and I cannot wait to see what His plan is for Courtney and Colt! Thank you for being open with your family’s struggles. Sending tons of love, hugs and prayers your way!
Wow, what a powerful song and beautiful family! I don’t know you personally but as others have said I feel a kinship with you. My prayers are with your family and I know God has a powerful plan for all you in the midst of such great pain. This last year has been one of the toughest years of my life and I can testify to the love of God and His protection so strongly amidst the struggles. I pray for His comfort for all of you!
I’m so sorry for the struggles your family is going through. We experienced the same situation years ago when my sisters husband was unfaithful to her. It is devastating for the entire family. Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your story. The video is just beautiful! Most of all, we know how faithful God is to the broken hearted. He uses these tragedies to make us stronger and ultimately He will be glorified. Courtney, Colt and your entire family will remain in my prayers. May Gods grace, love and comfort help you all find rest in Him…the one who saves!! At His Feet forever , Lisa
Okay! You should have given your sister a warning before she saw this video! I am bawling my eyes out over here! I LOVE that song! But I love the precious souls in those pictures even more! We are blessed beyond measure, sis. And God is so faithful. I can’t wait to see God’s plan unfold in Courtney’s life. It will be as beautiful as the story God wrote for you as well.
xoxo
Oh, Cyndi… I’m so sorry to hear that. What a difficult situation for all of you. Much love.
Cyndi- Thank you for trusting us all with your story. I am sure this has been so very difficult for all of you. All of you are in my prayers.
wow! thank you for sharing… I was divorced very young, under the same circumstances… and God brought into my life…. in a divine way… a wonderful man, who dealt with his own painful divorce ( for the same circumstances as mine)…and we’ve now been married for 10 years… 3 sons… 2 adopted and one the “conventional” way! We use our testimony of divorce and how it drew us closer to God and helped us prepare for marriage much differently the second time! Your lovely family is an inspiration! thank you for sharing!
Beautiful slide show, just beautiful!!
hi Cyndi. I’m so sorry to hear that this is what happened although I did have a sad feeling that this was what it was. no one can ever know what the pain of going through a divorce is unless they have experienced it themselves, so it is a blessing that Courtney has you to comfort her along with the rest of your family. praying for God’s healing and comfort during this difficult time.
Praying for Courtney,Colt and your entire family. Sending warm hugs to you all from the Caribbean. This feels like it’s touched my own family,why is that? Blessings!!
Oh Cyndi, this made me cry. I am praying for your daughter, her son, and you all. God is faithful but I know this must be heartbreaking for you all. God bless you through this storm.
Nell
Praying for your family.
So sorry for your family’s struggles, but thank you for sharing your heart. What a lucky woman to have her parent’s support and love through it all. Blessing to all of you.
you have been in my prayers since you first mentioned a challenge. while they could not be specific we know that He knows what we are asking about. our family has been dealing with this for 12 yrs.and one of the children is special needs that gets used for financial gain. this is our son rather than daughter as you are dealing with. I will continue to pray and with special emphasis on the challenges for your grandson.
That you have been able to be such a comfort and bright light to all your readers as you have dealt with this is a testament to His place in your life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Cyndi,
When I was very young and made some poor choices, my parents were there for me and my children. They helped me in much the same way you are helping your daughter and grandchild. Please know that what you are doing is so very important to your daughter, and she and your grandson will be grateful forever. My prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time. Thank you for sharing and for sharing the beautiful music video.
Dear Cyndi,
I, too have kept your family in my prayers over the past months. I just somehow “knew” that was what had happened and kept you and your daughter in my heart. As the mother of two grown daughters and a grandmother of two small children, I know that the worst hurt we can face is seeing them hurt in something that is beyond our control. Your pictures were beautiful, and I am happy to know your daughter is an elementary teacher! This is my 34th year teaching, amd I know that young children can wrap themselves around a teacher’s heart and help it heal from many hurts. She’s in a good place with them every day. They need her, and she needs them. May God bless you all.
My dear Cyndi,
You have been faithful to pray for me….I will be faithful to pray for you and your family in return.
With my love and prayers, christie
Thank you so much for showing us that despite struggles, life does go on and those struggles are the plans God has for us. We may not understand the whys of it but trusting in God, we know that better days are ahead. Your video could be about any of us….knowing that God is in our lives and we have each other is what life is all about. Thank you for relaying this message.
P.S. Your little grandson has your eyes….oh my….how precious.
Cyndi, I’m so sorry, I’m sending you a big hug.
Cyndi, thank you for sharing. Your few mentions of struggles have been poignant and opportunities for us, your readers, to pray. I really appreciate that you approached the whole journey with respect toward your daughter and grandson. The whole world doesn’t need to know it all.
First, I’m so thankful Courtney has a family to count on. A family that will point her to Christ and the truth when she’s probably feeling rejected and ugly. LIes from the pit!
Second, there’s hope. My dad left my mom on my 3rd birthday. Unknown to her, he was never faithful. Her dreams and reality of being a stay-at-home mom and wife were dashed in an unexpected day. She wasn’t a Christian then and neither was anyone in our family. Her story (my story) could have been so different but looking back we all see God’s hand. He drew her to Himself a few years later but the fact that she had family support was HUGE. My grandparents on both sides “took me” on weekends so she could get some rest after working long hard weeks. Solid, Christian friends were my family. It’s all I knew! She wanted me to see and be a part of families with a strong Christian man leading (not to lessen His plan for her life but so I would grow up respecting men and not bashing them).
I’m rambling. Thank you for sharing. Now I can pray more specifically for your daughter. There is HOPE!
What a difficult time for your family, but like you said, our Father is always faithful and will carry you all thru. I will continue praying for you and your family. I know God gave you the words to tell us about your family situation so you could “see” how many people care and are praying and uplifting you all to Him. And that we can “see” the blessing of your testimony of what God has done and is continuing in your lives. Thank you for being a sweet inspiration and praising God thru your blog. Love to you all!
Cyndi,
I’m sorry for what you and your family have been through. But God is faithful. He does have a plan for your family and even though it has been a struggle for you all the past few months, He will continue to be with you. God Bless you.
My husband and I have seen God work in our lives. He has been with us, comforted us and answered many prayers for our particular family situation. It’s difficult for us as what we have been dealing with for many years is something that just not anyone can understand unless they live through it. But as God has been faithful, He will continue to be and His promises continue to comfort and sustain us.
God Bless you and your family,
Nancy
I am so sorry, Cyndi, for you and your family! I have a dear friend who is going through something like this as well. Thank you for your honesty and vulnerability! My friend’s husband is a soldier who deployed, yet again. He came home thinking that his life could be better without her and that he could be a “better father” to their 2 children outside of marriage! It seems like insanity! It is devastating to all involved after 10 years of marriage! Lord, have mercy! Love and prayers for your family!
Divorce as a young mother is a hard struggle and having a safe ,loving ,supportive place to heal is imperative . She is blessed to have your loving home as her safe place to fall. I too have been praying since you mentioned a struggle. I am sure that something amazing is around the corner for you all!
Cyndi, How blessed you are to have such a beautiful family. The heartaches are there, I know. But you all have a Heavenly Father who knows your pain and struggles and He will carry you through. AND He will bless ya’lls faithfulness to Him! We’ve never met but I love you in Christian love and am thankful for you, your strength and courage, as well as your service to others. God bless you all.
What a tremendous heartache for your sweet daughter. I am so sorry that your family has been going through this, but I can see God’s faithfulness through it all. I know God has wonderful plans for Courtney’s life and she is blessed to have an amazing mom like you! Thanks for sharing your story. Keeping clinging to Him — Jesus is everything!
Cyndi: Even though we’ve never met in person I feel such a kinship with you. Maybe it’s because we are sisters with the same father, a heavenly father. I have prayed for you often in the past months since you mentioned that your family was going through a trial and will continue to do so. Sisters stick together. Blessings to you and your precious family. Felicia
I am so sorry Cyndi for the pain that you, your daughter and family have been going through. I know the pain of watching one of our children suffer is especially raw and difficult. Thankfully, your daughter has such faith filled parents and faith in God and his purpose for her life. Nothing is a surprise to God and neither is He shocked by anything. Our times are in his hands and so are the answers. God bless you all as you wait upon him. Beth Harris
Oh Cyndi,
I am so sorry that your family is going through this! But as you said, God IS faithful through all our trials, and He continues to uplift us, strengthen us, and mold us. My prayers are with you all, with Courtney and Colt, with their hearts. May God’s healing be over you all.