In one scene, Forrest and his childhood friend Jenny are walking down an old gravel road shaded by hardwood trees. Jenny carries her sandals, and the walk seems pleasant until they happen upon an abandoned, weather-worn house. The sight is horrifying to Jenny. It is her childhood home, a place where Jenny had been abused by her alcoholic father.

 

Forrest sees the pain etched on Jenny's face as she walks ahead of him toward the old abandoned house. Suddenly, Jenny throws her shoes at the house and then begins picking up rocks and furiously throwing them against the house. Years of pent up anger are unleashed. When nothing is left to throw at the house, Jenny falls to the ground crying. Forrest sits down in the muddy driveway beside her, and says, "Sometimes I guess, there just aren't enough rocks."

 

For many people in this world, there are so many memories that cause them pain, struggle, and heartache.  Dealing with those painful pasts can be a real challenge. There are certainly no easy answers, but turning to our Creator for grace and help is a great step.

 

"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary, and they shall walk and not faint."  Isaiah 40:31

 

 

Have a great day and God bless!

 

 

 

Pastor Mike / The Open Word