Living In a World Fill With Fears | Doubts & Despair Haunt Me | But There's Hope - Always

[@prudencelay6067]

Needed to hear this today. It’s so very dark in my life and I feel like jumping off the train. I’m trusting the engineer but it is so hard - just being real. Lonely (and alone) and frightened for my marriage and my future. I’m clinging on to the verse from Jeremiah 11 that God has a good plan for my future and to bring me hope. I need that hope. Thank you for this encouragement. Waiting for the sun to come out.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am holding you in my prayers. Hold tight to that ticket because God does not know God is doing and God has this amazing way of leading us through the dark tunnel. The tunnel might seem like a long one at times, but never doubt God's love for you nor God's grace. Prayers ascending for the sun to shine brightly upon you. Blessings!

[@lyndastevens9726]

Thank you, Pastor Donna! Seems that your words in this message are exactly what so many of us needed to hear right now! I live in Western North Carolina, and while my community is fine, the devastation I see every single day is beyond awful! I have been relying heavily on scripture to pull me through during those moments of fear, despair and anxiety. I remind myself daily that God has plans for my life - I am one of His children AND - He gave His life for me so that I could live life abundantly. These reminders, along with much prayer have helped me weather the storms during this really tough time in my life!❤ Thanks again for your thoughtful and kind words today!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am relieved to hear you are and your community were unscathed by the storm. But yes, the destruction all around is so mind boggling. Yet we have to remain strong and keep our eyes on Christ and not look at the raging waves around us, but look towards the goodness, the hope and the promise that with Christ, all things are possible...even rebuilding lives that have been shattered. Blessings to you!

[@gailhorrocks]

Hi Pastor. So good to listen to you. I recently watched Ten Boom after reading the book. I, too, feel and worry about the violence, the nasty rhetoric and thise who have lost everything. I pray so much to ask God for healing of the world and personally, the United States. I'm frightened and hope this horrible rhetoric doesn't win and hope and love wins. God bless the hurricane victims and all who are in pain.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I feel my fears growing everyday, wondering where we are heading as a people. I keep reminding myself to lean into God's arms and trust. There is just so much hurt and pain out there. I keep asking how can I be the light. Sending hugs your way!! Blessings to you!

[@tracysteward604]

What a beautiful message. I am going to a dark tunnel in my life with a lot of challenges from my mother. She is extremely mentally ill and just tried to take her own life by wrapping a quarter round her neck. She was not a good mother and looking back, she’s been mentally ill her whole life. The depression and the anxiety that I struggle with sounds just like what you’re talking about. You spoke right to my heart. Thank you. God bless.

[@joelwolf7961]

Thinking of you.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am holding you and your mother in my prayers. It is so hard when a loved one suffers from mental illness. It really does impact family members. I can't imagine the pain you carry. But never forget that you don't carry the pain and sadness (whatever the emotion is) alone. Jesus is always inviting us to let go of our burdens, handing them over to him. For he knows how to handle them. Praying for you both. Blessings!

[@tracysteward604]

@@oldstonewellfarm thank you

[@ConfusedMonarchButterfly-rj1dr]

What a beautiful message this video gives to people who are struggling. Since my husband passed away, I have felt like I want to jump off the train. However, I do know that God has a plan for my future, and he will guide me through the ups and downs of life. I also find that being out in nature and enjoying the beauty that God has surrounded us with helps to ease the tensions and anxiety of today’s world. Thank you Donna for the videos you provide. They definitely put meaning into peoples lives.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you for sharing. I can only imagine the times you felt like jumping off the train. But praise God, that God does still have a future full of hope for you! Holding you in my prayers. Blessings!!

[@ellenluney1912]

Thanks again Donna for being so real❤

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you!! And thank you for being part of this community. It makes me smile to know you are enjoying your time here. Blessings!

[@bobbiecalgaro5888]

Thanks Donna, you always give us encouragement through every storm! I loved all of Corrie ten Booms books. Her story is one that should never die! I had refugees at my house here in NC from the Western part of the state. They’ve been able to go home now but things are still not good even where they are. Our hearts are broken for all those who live there. No one here in the Winston-Salem area is unaffected by this tragedy. We either have friends or relatives who are in this mess. My favorite places in the mountains are either damaged or destroyed. And it’s not just us, it’s Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia! It’s so very hard to wrap our minds around it all and yet it’s still not over for Florida as Milton is raging toward it again. My hope is in the Lord no matter what and I will keep believing in his goodness. The Bible tells us that we will always face trials and heartache but he cares for us and gets us through. God bless you and keep remembering that you are making a difference to those who follow this Vlog.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I love that although you don't understand you are still holding on to that ticket! That is faith!! Blessings to you!

[@peggymurphy6747]

Thank you for your hopeful message 💜🙏

[@nelliemelba4967]

What a beautiful, much needed message today, The is so much pain, anxiety and fear in the world, coming at us from all angles. Many acts of evil are being worked against us, and it's easy to allow this to overwhelm us. But truly, there is light and hope in all of us and when we discover it and share it, it give others the strength find their own and share it too. Thank you, Donna.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed this episode! It is so easy to be overwhelmed these days and I fear in the weeks to come it is going to get more difficult to trust God's love and protection. But we continue to trust and sing our praises -- together! Blessings to you!

[@BHGrows]

Your timing is amazing. Please know you videos make a difference to many people.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

That really means a lot! Thank you for taking time to write to me and share this. Many blessings to you!

[@sarahblythe2755]

I needed this today due to some health matters I can’t seem to shake. I grasped every word of it, so believing Jesus Christ is with me every step of the way. I won’t let go of my ticket! I will hold on and keep believing and trusting and finding peace in Him as my protector. Thank you for this message! ❤

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am holding you in my prayers, praying for those health matters to be resolved. Yes, hold tight to that ticket! God knows the ways and has the plan. The dark tunnel doesn't last forever. Blessings to you!

[@lindanorrell7812]

I love your messages Always inspiring You share from your heart I trust it’s a Holy Spirit Inspired message Affects me deeply I can see a better way of trusting the Lord and Believe He will help Just yesterday I asked Him about the future what Is going to happen I plainly heard I’ve got you hand Brought peace to my mind and heart

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Praise God...and God is still holding on to you! Blessings!!

[@BetsyHornsby-jp3pc]

Watching you, listening to you, is my one true thing right now...thank you for...for being you!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you! That means so much to me. Olde Stone Well Farm is my heart and soul...it's a place where I tell friends that I am cultivating and growing faith and hope. So thank you for being part of this community!! Blessings to you!

[@robinmcintyre3472]

Thanks!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you!!!! You are the first friend of Olde Stone Well Farm to do this. :) It means so much to me and truly touched my heart. Blessings to you!!!

[@patriciacinea3097]

Yesterday, I returned back to work after a week of "staycation." I too, felt the angst in the middle of the vacation week. I am glad I'm not alone. Next time, I will remember to counter the anxiety with scripture. Many thanks, Pastor Donna.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Now I am glad to know I wasn't alone with my angst midweek of my staycation! :) Thank you for your note. It made me smile. Blessings to you!

[@lindacasey4259]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m 76 and remember when the world was a much better place. Sometimes I don’t understand how God can allow such bad things to happen. The world is a scary place. There is so much evil. I’ve been on that train and in that tunnel for quite awhile now. I’m not going to throw away my ticket or jump off the train though. Although I don’t understand, I will continue to believe God knows where we are going. God bless you.

[@Mel59841]

I dont believe that God is allowing a lot of what is happening! I believe the devil is using his power to control many people who have turned away from God. I pray that soon they all come to their senses and put God first.

[@roksannastephens4375]

Pastor Donna, and all of us on here today. We are all in this together, trust and obey. We need to stay in the Word, in constant prayer, keep positive, and we can all be here for each other. Thank you, Pastor, CorrieTen Boom was a remarkable woman of great strength, only through the Lord. This is a great reminder for us to keep eyes upward. Another lovely video, Pastor, to help calm us!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you! I think often preach to myself because I need reminding every day to trust God and hold on to faith! The world seems so out of control. But God is forever in control! Blessings to you!

[@lizhillegas4488]

Thank you. And God bless you!!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

You are welcome! Thank you for being part of this community and coming to the farm!! Blessings to you!

[@StephSchLDD]

Your words are a comfort. Thank you and God bless.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you! I am so glad they were a comfort! Blessings to you!

[@virginiawimer8064]

I did as you suggested putting my arms up, and told the Lord "here I am". I sensed Him reaching down for my arms. And a peace came. Thank you for this.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

That is wonderful to hear! You brought such a smile to my face. It is a powerful thing to stretch our arms towards heaven....something I am trying to do at least once a day! Blessings!

[@CherylDembinski]

Me too! Virginia

[@Catherinelombard-nixon]

Thank you so much for this! It is exactly what I needed to hear today. I always find peace in nature more than anywhere else. God bless.................

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am so glad this episode meant a lot to you. Nature is such a gift for us...God's creation heals our troubled and tired souls! Many blessings to you!

[@jonathanmaylott6273]

Hello Pastor Donna, for the people who tell you that you’re lucky to live in Vermont. I would say to them Vermont has had as bad as the Carolina’s. I remember walking over the bridge from Dartmouth College where the Connecticut River was even with the bridge. Most people in this country haven’t even heard about Hawaii but it still looks the same as when they had all those fires. I would love to walk in the woods with my ruck sack on, that is something I would thoroughly enjoy. My knee does not feel too bad but I don’t have any balance. I stood up and I feel to the floor…ugh! I don’t know if you have heard of the Vermont Country Store, but I was looking through it the other day and they have dresses like you wear in your videos. The store is filled with all kinds of wonderful products. I’m glad Fritz was in the video. We have a stuffed animal that looks like him. The stuffy had another name but I have changed it to Fritz. I’ve jib-jab enough so I will end it here. Hugs to you and of course Fritz 🤗 Take care and God Bless!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Always so great to get a note from you. Yes, Vermont has had its share of floods as well. Two weeks ago I spent the day visiting many churches to see how they are helping their communities rebuild from floods that happened two summers ago. Still so many houses destroyed. It is just so unfathomable. And my heart goes out to you with your struggles with your knee. I have been having something weird go on with mine from all the running have done these past four years. Then two weeks ago, I took a hard fall on the slate steps. ouch. Then the other day Fritz decided to take off after one of the chickens. He was on his leash and he dragged me down. Sure enough, I fell right down on my knee. It has been swollen for a week now. Not fun. And so I invite you enjoy being in the woods and walking with me virtually!! And speaking of Fritz...it's his birthday tomorrow. He turns 2 on Oct. 2. :) Blessings to you!!

[@jonathanmaylott6273]

Please tell Fritz that I said happy birthday. I hope you are baking him a cake. I’m very sorry to hear about your struggles, I hope you feel better soon. I’m praying for you 🙏

[@CherylDembinski]

Yes I love the Hiding place the book 📕 ad movie

[@oldstonewellfarm]

It is a wonderful book! I have to watch the movie again. :)

[@drobbins678]

Always thought provoking and inspiring messages, thank you. Great quote: "Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God."--Corrie ten Boom.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am so glad you enjoyed!! Yes, Corrie ten Boom's words of wisdom are a balm to a troubled and tired soul. Blessings!

[@drobbins678]

@@oldstonewellfarm Down through the ages we are reminded through various voices, there is a Balm in Gilead!

[@gmavon]

Huge hugs from a fellow traveller. Wonderful message, Thank you. ❤

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you for the huge hugs! It is wonderful for us to travel this journey of life together. Many blessings to you!!

[@ellenluney1912]

Thank you Donna you always speak hope and faith in God to us Blessings

[@oldstonewellfarm]

You are so welcome!! Blessings!

[@peterleprevost2154]

Beautiful message. Thank you for sharing. Susan

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Susan, you are very welcome! I am so glad you watched! Blessings to you!

[@karenarden3266]

I read about Corrie Ten Boom as a kid and I need to reread about her inspirational life. Thank you for the message

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I felt it was good time to remind us all of Corrie ten Boom's inspiration! I am so glad you enjoyed this episode. Blessings!

[@hazeleyedcountrygirl72]

Thank you ☺

[@oldstonewellfarm]

You are so welcome! Thank you for spending time with me! Blessings!

[@clementquidor2876]

Hello Pastor Donna , thank you for sharing this beautiful message . Your words are powerful . Like many people i found peace in nature , just walk in silence with birdsongs . I really appreciate what you did with this channel. You touch people . Thank you . Blessings . Clément

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Ah yes...a walk in nature listening the bird choir sing is a healing balm!!! So wonderful hearing from you. I hope you are well my friend!! Blessings!!!!

[@cmolona7547]

I prayed the past few days for community retreats to come alive again..... my mom attend one in her state and always come back renewed and the joy of seeing her smile is the gift

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Community retreats are such a gift. There is something so powerful of being together in the same room, same space with others and the Spirit flowing in and around the room. Online connections are good, but they will never replace being there for each other in person. Many blessings to you!!

[@gailhorrocks]

I love the song you say...

[@oldstonewellfarm]

It is a wonderful song!

[@CherylDembinski]

October is a cozy month

[@oldstonewellfarm]

It is a very cozy month!

[@robinrhea6125]

I live in North East Tenn...very close to all the destruction...so sad, but God is Good, many wonderful testimonies coming from some of the victims! Thank you for praying for these people...and yet another hurricane is hitting Florida tonight... thank God for technology that helps people prepare!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

My prayer are still being said for all those impacted by these storms. And I just couldn't believe how Florida was hit by yet another hurricane so soon after the first. Yes, technology does help to prepare a bit better! Blessings to you!

[@simo4305]

Corrie Ten Boon.what a testimony of God's power working through her.when we are weak He is strong.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Amen! Her words were what I needed to hear and I just couldn't wait to share with you! Blessings!

[@wellingtonsboots4074]

Thank you Pastor Donna for this video filled with so much hope. Will have to listen to that Lauren Daigle song

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am so glad you came to the farm and visited a bit with me! :) And, yes, please listen to that song by Lauren Daigle. I wish I could have shared it with you in this video, but copyright laws prevented that. The words are comforting. Blessings!

[@maryannbond551]

Thank you so much for this heartfelt message and words of encouragement that the world needs so badly these days. God has placed you here for all of us during these turbulent times. You have an angelic voice. I could listen to you all day long. May God bless you and Our Blessed Mother keep you protected under her mantle.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you for your kind note...and for the blessing of protection! It means so much to me. Yes, there is so much trouble in the world that I feel it is so important to ban together and turn our eyes toward the light and hope of Christ! Blessings to you!

[@mullins809]

We are here In Florida- luckily we are ok but so many people and places here are not -❤ we are praying for everyone in all the states that are struggling

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am so glad to hear you are safe. I was wondering how many who come to Olde Stone Well Farm live in those areas impacted by Helene. The destruction is unfathomable. Praying with all my might for God's grace and love to watch over all. Blessings to you!

[@elizabetharpino5035]

This reminds me of a book that i a reading. The Well-Gardened Mind The Restorative Power of Nature by Sue Stuart-Smith. There truly is healing power in nature in all of Gods creation. I like your analogy of the train that goes through the dark tunnel and how we don't give it a second thought that there will be light at the end of the tunnel. Why then do we not trust God in that way ? Is it because we don't always see him at work in our lives.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Oh my gosh. I just ordered that book! What a God moment. I can't wait to read it. Trust is not an easy thing to hold on to. I think in addition to the fact that often times we are blind to God working in our lives, is that we often want God to help or answer us according to our timing. God's timing often keeps us waiting and I think in the waiting is where our faith can waver. Blessings!

[@raggiodelia]

For all does who suffer,be patient,don't let the fear and despair destroy your life. Pray, and believe . Always after a "dark tunnel of ours suffers'minds there is a strong bright light who are waiting:It is God's arms open wide receiving kindly like a loving and tender father.Thanks for your video.A prayer for my dear father who has a mental illness,suffer a lot and die very young❤

[@raggiodelia]

had

[@oldstonewellfarm]

God is always with us and getting us through our dark tunnels. I said a prayer for your father, may he rest in peace, and prayers for you as well! Blessings!

[@raggiodelia]

Thanks❤​@@oldstonewellfarm

[@lucindaryan806]

I love that song! Thank you for the timely and reassuring message.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am so glad you enjoyed your time with me! And I am glad I mentioned that song...it is powerful and comforting! Blessings!

[@Robin-f1z]

Much love and hugs.Pastor Donna . Thank you for the word of hope I need the. Right now am trying to get rid of a bad case of vrtigo and headaches.❤❤

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Holding you in my prayers!! I have known many friends who have had vertigo...ugh...I pray you are now on the mend. Blessings to you!

[@CherylDembinski]

Love your program today the best!!!

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you!! :) Blessings to you!

[@gplourdes]

Oh, Lauren Daigle. How the lyrics in her songs ministered to me, including "You Say". The one that really ministered to me after a multi-injury accident (where I had an aid of some kind on every limb), is "Trust In You".

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Her music is such a blessing! I am going to listen to "Trust in You." I am not familiar with that song! Thank you for that. Blessings!

[@gplourdes]

@oldstonewellfarm Great. Let me know your thoughts on it. May it bless you as it has me.

[@sofiabravo1994]

Are you pastor? You have such a beautiful home! I dream of having an old fashioned home but I know it takes time money and effort to keep it up Jesus reminds me that my home is with Him not here, this is my hotel at best ❤

[@oldstonewellfarm]

So wonderful to hear from you. Yes, I am a pastor. I spent most of my career as an editor/reporter living in New York City, reporting on high end jewelry and fashion. Felt the call to use my writing for things other than material goods. I left my career and entered seminary in my late 30s. My first church job was in rural Upstate New York just on the border of Vermont...where I met my husband and found this old home. Old houses are a lot of work...and money...sigh. My house is far from perfect and quite rustic. We are in need of new windows but I recently had sticker shock at what they would cost. Ugh. But your reminder was something I needed to hear...our home is with Jesus. So very true. Your note was a blessing!!

[@charlottejones5310]

Thank you so very much. God surely uses your voice to speak to our fearful hearts and minds. We can clearly relate to the analogy of the train tunnel. So too I am reminded of Phillipeans 4: "whatever is good, whatever is pure, whatever is true, think in these things, and the peace of Christ that surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. God bless to all who suffer. God is with us in the suffering more than any other time. Hold fast to his hand.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

Thank you for sharing Phillipians. A verse I need to be reminded of! Yes let us hold fast to God's hand! Blessings to you!

[@joelwolf7961]

My daughter has read the hid ing place.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am so happy to hear that Corrie ten Boom's work is still being read! Thank you for sharing that!

[@maryeddy5653]

Thank you for the wonderful message. I was wondering what was the name of the book you were reading please and thank you. Sending many of blessings.

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I am so glad you enjoyed this episode. The book I am reading is a very old book of psalms from the early 1800s that I acquired a few years ago. I just love the old pages and the smell of old paper. Blessings to you!

[@CherylDembinski]

I’m not fond of yoga from what I have heard

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I understand that. I have never been a big yoga fan myself.

[@melindaferreira9879]

Wow. The lord is so timely. Im dealing w fwar if the unknown future. New ateps, decisions regarding re entry to the workforce after a substantial absence . I was watching a sermon regarding fear earlier.. then another video popped up about trusting God, now you.. i grew up reading corrie ten boom . Love her story.. so powerful about forgiveness. .. 🕊️🤍

[@oldstonewellfarm]

I have been holding you in my prayers in your time of an unkown future. But God is holding you. Never doubt God's love and guidance as He directs each step, each day!! Blessings to you!

[@melindaferreira9879]

@@oldstonewellfarm Thank you.🕊️

[@lyndastevens9726]

Thank you, Pastor Donna! Seems that your words in this message are exactly what so many of us needed to hear right now! I live in Western North Carolina, and while my community is fine, the devastation I see every single day is beyond awful! I have been relying heavily on scripture to pull me through during those moments of fear, despair and anxiety. I remind myself daily that God has plans for my life - I am one of His children AND - He gave His life for me so that I could live life abundantly. These reminders, along with much prayer have helped me weather the storms during this really tough time in my life!❤ Thanks again for your thoughtful and kind words today!