God’s Thoughts to Me
Then a despised Samaritan came along, and when he saw the man he felt compassion for him (Luke 10:33, NLT).
The Rag Doll Queen
On a lonely trash heap in a damaged, orphaned world, the remnants of a little woman-girl were carelessly scattered around like the broken limbs of an unwanted, discarded rag doll.
With a diseased body wracked with pain, this fragile ethereal dolly queen softly whimpered like a trampled rose. Silent tears were creating muddy trails down her sunken cheeks.
An important looking gentleman dressed in his black Sunday-best coattails and top hat passed the woman and heard her pitiful cries for help. She hopefully cried out for mercy, love and compassion from this man of God.
With disgust he saved her a small little peek down his sensitive nose and his eyes were filled with repulsion. His body shuddered with contempt.
The stench of her brokenness overwhelmed this lord’s delicate system and he fluttered a snow white handkerchief from his breast pocket.
He hurriedly fled in disgust … on his way to a prayer meeting at a church across the road to intercede for the lost and broken of this world. He had to hurry for he was already a tad late.
On his heels followed his congregants singing songs of worship and praise to their God whom they claimed, was Love. Amongst them were a pastor or two, a reverend, a bishop and a priest.
Their joyful singing drowned the pitiful mewl emanating from the rubbish heap until only a broken whimpering remained.
They were making a joyful noise unto their Lord, but quickly averted their eyes from such filth in dire need when they passed this foul-smelling broken scrap of a rag doll queen. They frivolously left many hallelujahs in their wake.
The King of Heaven looked down on His creation. His eye caught this beautiful trampled rose and He winced in unspeakable agony and torment.
The delicious delicate odor of her love for Him, anointed Him with great joy, but also sorrow. A lonely tear of love escaped His heart as He scooped Her into His Loving Embrace.
His tears of anguish soothed the broken petals of the rag doll’s heart like a fragrant ointment while the angels rejoiced in wonder as their King kissed his beloved with His kisses of delight.
His eternal love transformed her brokenness into His glory … into a woman of valor … into His spotless, beautiful, radiant bride.
Much love and sweet blessings.
Mia
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Dear Mia,
Thank you for sharing your encouraging story with us at Inspire Me Monday!
I love your blog and the hope and encouragement you offer to all of us who live with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome!
Have a blessed week.
Thanks for your visit and also your great blog!
Much love XX
Mia
This reminds me of a modern version of the Good Samaritan story and I was waiting for a homeless person to walk by and help her! 😉 But, this story is just as good because it truly shows our Saviors heart and love for the lost and for His children!
Thanks for linking up to the “Making Your Home Sing Monday” linky party! 🙂
Dear Nan
I have often helped people in the past and then secretly gave myself a pat on the back and that is sooo… wrong! It is only an exchanged heart that can truly love with unselfishness.
Blessings XX
Mia
Mia,
That was beautiful and heartbreaking at the same time! How many times have I been the rag doll hurting and discarded? But then again, how many times have I been the one rushing past the rag doll?
God bless you,
Misty
Dear Misty
Thank you for visiting and realizing the joy and sorrow of this post. Oh, I pray that our Pappa will allow us to always see through His eye!
Lots of love XX
Mia
Mia,
You speak to so many hearts. Your words and pictures remind us of the love of Christ. We are to be broken.. to feel Him, to acknowledge Him. Thanks for linking to Sunday Stillness.
Blessings,
Janis http://www.janiscox.com
Dear Jan
Yes, we need to realize how broken we really are! We all are, but we don’t always realize that! Thanks for your kind words, dear friend, and the linky place we always feel so welcome!
Blessings XX
Mia
Beautifully told, Mia. And the images add so much too.
Hi Lisa
Thanks, dear friend. Yes, pictures tell a thousand words, don’t they!
Blessings XX
Mia
Hi Elizabeth
Yes, my friend, we need to see through His eyes, but most important, His heart to love!
Blessings XX
Mia
To have His heart, His love, to see as He sees, that’s what I need.
You paint such a poignant, piercing picture in this post, Mia. May we never be part of the “in” crowd that can’t minister to the outsider. Very sobering.
Dear Alison
Yes, may we have the heart of Jesus who came for the broken-hearted, the lost, the have-not’s, etc. of this world of which we are also a part.
Blessings XX
Mia
This had me crying!! I am stopping by from Inspire Me Monday Blog Hop! I look forward to your visit at http://www.homemaker-mom.com/2/post/2013/07/old-boxes-with-a-new-purpose.html . Happy creating!
Dear Susie
It is very sad, dear one. May we have eyes that see the way Jesus sees! I love your boxes!
Blessings XX
Mia
How beautiful, the radiant bride – broken but beautiful.
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I’m working on a writing project and currently seeking contributions on the theme of forgiveness, and would love your input. It can be something you’ve already written, or something brand new.
It can be a favorite quote, a link, an image, a poem, a story, a song … it matters not. It can be THIS.
Just share what you have.
http://debrasblogpureandsimple.blogspot.com/2013/07/forgive-or-die.html
Hi Debra
Oh, our Lord is a master in binding-up the broken hearted! I will think of something about forgiveness and let you know.
Blessings XX
Mia
Mia you really write wonderfully and paint such a vivid picture. How often does this happen in life? No one seems to want to pay attention to the broken. We all need to be more like Christ. Thank you for posting this.
Dear Anne
It saddens me to admit that I used to be much like these “esteemed” gentlemen! Only coming from a broken place myself, did I realize how absent Jesus’ love seems to be in many, many churches! Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment.
Blessings XX
Mia
Dear Jennifer
We sure do!! And the whole world is filled with His artistry. The pictures were all found on Google.
Blessings XX
Mia
Hi Mia,
We have a tender Artist God, huh?
Where did you get those photos in your post? I especially was struck by the first one.
Jennifer Dougan
http://www.jenniferdougan.com
“I came not for the well, but for the sick.” How can true children of God look down on any other of His creation without compassion? His heart is our heart… May we be the Good Samaritans of this world as our hearts point to our Father’s. Beautiful yet troubling words…
Hi Floyd
Oh, I have been so guilty of this as well, dear friend! If our Pappa’s love doesn’t fill our hearts, I don’t think we will ever be able to truly love the unlovable, our enemies, the tax man, etc.! May He forgive me for all the times I looked down my nose at others.
Much love, dear friend
Mia
Poignant and touching. Thank you.
What a joy to welcome you to my blog! Thanks for your encouragement!
Much love XX
Mia
Again Miss Mia! such an amazing quality and vivid portrayal of the prompt for this week. I felt deeply for the dolly queen and mourned the ignorant bliss of the band of “dignitaries”. This was such fun to read. I enjoy your special way with words Mia! Thank you!
Hi Lisha
Thank you, dear one. Your writing also has so much depth and I enjoy visiting your blog.
Much love XX
Mia
Absolutely beautiful, Mia. Your *re-telling* of this parable was so poignant. Really brought the reality of it home. And yes, we are so incredibly blessed. The King of Heaven Himself CHOSE us to be His bride. Tattered, torn, tainted – He saw past all of our filthy rags – and gave Himself to die for us. His wounds enabled us to put on His robes of righteousness.
GOD BLESS!
Hi Sharon
I think that is the most beautiful robe to wear; the robe of His righteousness!
Much love XX
Mia
Mia you have such a gift for storytelling and beautiful truths.
Hi Dawn
All good gifts we receive from above, dear friend. Thanks for your kind words.
Much love XX
Mia
As always – breathtaking!
Thanks, dear Karrilee. I wanted to leave a comment on your blog, but for some reason I couldn’t.
Blessings XX
Mia
mmm … that wounded brokeness comes and many forms. and so does the sacred healing that He gives …
Dear Linda
Yes, you are nailing it on the head; so many forms! But none to big or difficult for Jesus to heal.
Blessings XX
Mia
Oh, what redemption we have!
Hi Barbara
I agree totally, dear friend! A redemption we don’t deserve and never will be able to earn!
Blessings XX
Mia
Mia, I am so thankful that He clothes me in His righteousness and makes me new. Thank you for this reminder. May I never forget how far He has brought me.
Hi Lyli
Yes, He restores our brokenness one step at a time. Let us always hold fast to the assurance that He will finish the good work He has begun in us.
Much love XX
Mia
What a poignant and compelling word picture, Mia!
Dear Virginia
Your words are so encouraging, thanks.
Blessings XX
Mia
Oh Mia, how thankful I am that God loves me to much to throw me away when I am broken. Instead He lovingly restores and picks me up when my spirits are down. I can be assured that I am wanted, needed, and chosen by Him. He remains close to me even when others cast me away!
Beautiful post my friend!
Dear Denise
Oh yes, dear friend, He is the God of the have-nots, unwanted, broken ones, etc!
Blessings XX
Mia
Beautiful, friend. I’m so thankful for the love of my Father. 🙂 Blessings to you!
Hi Mel
Oh yes, dear friend! He is just the best Father ever.
Much love XX
Mia
Beautifully written Mia.
I found you via Essential Things Devotions.
Look forward to reading more.
God bless
Love
Nicki
Thanks, dear Nikki! I loved your post on brokenness very much. Quite a lot of depth form a one that knows what it is to be broken.
Blessings XX
Mia
Oh such a beautiful and powerful piece. Just did my first Five Minute Friday at http://www.dancinmoma.wordpress.com. It’s amazing how the word “Broken” can take everyone to so many places. Following you now as well. 🙂
Thanks for your visit. I loved your five minutes on brokenness so much! Hope to see you again next week.
Much love XX
Mia
Mia, that was simply beautiful!
Thanks, dear Kimberly!
XX
Oh, this is so lovely, Mia! You paint beauty with your words and they resonate deep within. Such a touching picture of God’s saving grace for broken humanity. I love your images too. They perfectly fit the story you tell. This is a wonderful rendition of the Good Samaritan. Thank you, sweet friend, for your Spirit blessed imagination that draws us powerfully into this tale of restoration. Much love xx
Dear Joy
Thanks, dear friend, for your kind words. Your poem about today’s word also spoke to my heart in so may ways!
Blessings XX
Mia
How beautiful are your words that have painted such a powerful picture of a sad truth we see far too often. And what a beautiful ending to the story. Mia, you’ve really blessed my heart today. Thank you for your sharing your encouraging heart.
Hi beautiful Tanya
Oh, it is sad that we seldom see the love and leadership that washes feet amongst organized religious leaders!
Blessings XX
Mia
Precious word picture that you have painted. The compassion of the Lord Jesus is beautiful.
Have a blessed weekend.
Hi Carol
Yes, I am at times still overwhelmed by His love, mercy and compassion.
Much love XX
Mia
Lovely words, Mia. I had to read this piece because I have a post written — tho not yet published — entitled Unbroken Bride. Thanks for sharing. Visiting with you, my friend, from Faithful Friday. Enjoy the weekend, Mia 🙂
Hi Sheila
I cannot wait for your post, dear friend. You are wise in the ways of marriage.
Blessings XX
Mia
Nice post, very touching
Thanks a lot, dear Val!
Xx
A very touchy read Mia. I agree with Sue. You have such a a beautiful way you craft your writing.
Hi Wanda
Thank you! I am so encouraged by your kind words. To Him all the glory.
Blessings XX
Mia
So thankful for our king!
Hi Linda
I cannot agree more!
Luv XX
Mia
Thank you Mia. The Lord spoke to me through your post this morning. You paint such a beautiful picture with your words! Sue
Hi Sue
I am so glad you were encouraged! Thanks for visiting.
Blessings XX
Mia