A Few Years Have Passed.....But I Still Remember

Well, today marks 7 years since the attack of September 11th. I still remember it like it was yesterday. What really gets to me about it is the fact that so many people don't seem to hold it in high regard like they did when it actually happened. It saddens me. So many people I know have lived through tragedies like the assassination of John F. Kennedy or the attack of Pearl Harbor and all I can do is listen to them...talking about where they were when it all happened. Of course, I wasn't around when it happened and I never thought that I would actually have an opportunity to live through a tragedy. I remember so clearly where I was when 9/11 happened: I used to work in a farmer's market. That was my first job. I was in the produce section of the store sitting on some type of crate with wheels separating good onions from bad ones. My mom worked in the meat section of the store at the time. She came up to me and told me there's been an attack on America and told me to pray. I sat right where I was and prayed (but I didn't know exactly what happened). When we got home after 5:00 that day, the news was on tv. When I saw what happened, my heart sank. I just couldn't get over how horrible it was, how unbeliveable it seemed. I went upstairs after a while and just cried out to God. During my time of prayer and sorrow I felt for all those people who died, I wrote a little poem. Unfortunately, I don't know where it is right now and I don't remember exactly how it goes. It's a poem I never finished but I'll be sure and post it next time I write a blog.

One thing I can say is this: I'm so thankful to God for just being able to live life. I'm glad He's called me to be an encourager to people, a person who's willing to offer help when it's needed, and a worship leader in training. I just know that God is going to take me far with all of the above. All I can do is wait and pray. And of course, I'll continue to pray for all the families who lost someone dear to them that tragic day of 9/11. I don't ever want to forget that day and how it just impacted me. Too many people have either forgotten about it or don't really hold it in high regard like they used to. I don't want to be like that.

Dear Lord Jesus, I thank You for being so awesome. You're such a wonderful God and I'm so glad You're my Savior. I pray now for the families who lost someone during the attack of 9/11. I'm sure that brings back some painful memories for them. I pray that You'll just bring them comfort in this time, Father God. I pray that You'll put Your loving arms around them. Bless them, Lord. Keep them safe wherever they go. Thank You Lord. I also pray that I'll never forget what happened during that time. I pray Lord that You'll keep it fresh in my mind and that it will not die. I pray that whenever I remember it, each time will be a time of realization for me. I also pray that others will feel the same way. Thank You Jesus. I pray Father God that You'll keep me in check with what I need to get done. May I not forget the calling You've placed on my life. Indeed Lord, it's not my life but You living in me. May I never forget that. I love You so much Father God and I live to praise Your precious name in everything I do. I give Your name all the praise, honor and glory forevermore. In Jesus' mighty name I pray, amen.

For all those who lost someone during this awful tragedy, may this scripture passage give you comfort. It's very familiar but very appropriate.


1 The LORD is my shepherd,
I shall not be in want.

2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,

3 he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.

4 Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death, [a]
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.

6 Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

Psalm 23:1-6 (9:38 pm)