Bradley C. Hatton
July 29, 1981 - November 7, 2010
I'm not sure I can put this into my own words yet. I can't think, I can't comprehend. My best friend, my sweet and handsome husband went to be with Jesus suddenly on Sunday night, November 7th. I am absolutely heart broken, but I have hope. I have been shaken to my core...the depth of this hurt and trauma I can't even describe. The only way I am able to put one foot in front of the other right now is from the amazing out pouring of prayers and support our family has received. My God is carrying me.
Two days after Brad passed away, I randomly opened my Bible to this verse I had highlighted a long time ago:
"I will never leave you nor forsake you. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified. Do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."
-Joshua 1:5&9
"You're in a better place, I've heard a thousand times.
And at least a thousand times I've rejoiced for you.
But the reason why I'm broken, the reason why I cry,
Is how long must I wait to be with you?
I close my eyes and I see your face.
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place.
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow.
I've never been more homesick than now.
Help me Lord cause I don't understand your ways.
The reason why I wonder if I'll ever know.
But, even if you showed me, the hurt would be the same
Cause I'm still here so far away from home
In Christ, there are no goodbyes.
And in Christ, there is no end.
So I'll hold onto Jesus with all that I have
To see you again
And I close my eyes and I see your face.
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place.
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow?
I've never been more homesick than now."
-Mercy Me
Alicia,
ReplyDeleteI think of you so often and continue to pray for you. Your strength in this unbelievable time of heartbreak is so amazing to see. Your faith is amazing. I know you're in NM right now, but when you head back this way, please let me know if you need anything.
Love,
Sara
I do not know you but know Renova Williams Hamiga. I saw your post on FB and just had to say how much this touched me. I will be praying for you, for the strength you will need thru the coming years. I know God has his plans and sometimes we wonder why?? My husband died after 2 years of suffering thru Lou Gehrig's disease. He was only 48 yrs old and I was 40. He never leaves my thoughts but I have learned to live throughout all my trials and tribulations trusting in GOD. May God bless you and your family. Thanksgiving truly means being thankful for the blessings we have now.
ReplyDeleteSweet Alicia,
ReplyDeleteI am beyond heartbroken for you. I think of you and pray for you often. I pray that our Jesus holds you tight and provides you comfort, in a way that only He can. Continue to cling to Him.
I thought of you when I heard that song a few weeks ago - makes me cry!
Much love and hugs,
Ashley
You are on my heart so much during the day, so I pray for you throughout my day and evening. I am so sorry that you are going through this struggle; however, we both know that our God is good and has amazing plans. You are so strong through Him. I love you!
ReplyDeletePraying for you in the time of need. May your faith continue to grow and your trust in God NEVER waiver. Loss is so hard. God is real, and He will hold you during this difficult time and the years to come. Never lose hope that He is with you and He honestly cares SO much for you. God bless.
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