tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.comments2022-11-08T00:59:38.942+11:00{ love }jill mccloghryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03197532612914421176noreply@blogger.comBlogger290125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-16054394397127207402013-03-07T03:25:11.966+11:002013-03-07T03:25:11.966+11:00I loved reading this blog entry. "The moments...I loved reading this blog entry. "The moments in either season when I feel like I've lost purpose or I am crumbling under the weight of my longing or loss are the moments when I forget or can't get my heart to be even strong enough to confess my need of Him."<br /><br />That just so perfectly sums up so much in life. I seem to have spent much of this week talking to friends about this kind of thing - and much time telling myself too as it's often our self that is the hardest audience. If our feelings don't match what He says or He is, then we must look at those feelings and see that He is unchanging. If ever our feelings conflict with our faith in Him, we know that it's our faith that is true and our feelings that can mislead.Pete Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05194568865034977933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-83327601270717071172012-01-24T15:09:45.875+11:002012-01-24T15:09:45.875+11:00spent a half hour tonight reading your blog. so to...spent a half hour tonight reading your blog. so touched by this, jill. i love reading your words. let's have coffee next time i'm in sydney. i'll make it happen in 2013.jamiedelainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03530911322254815236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-76054264523155996862012-01-24T05:44:17.992+11:002012-01-24T05:44:17.992+11:00Jill, I just love your story and praise God for th...Jill, I just love your story and praise God for the hope he has given you in his promises. No doubt he has used you to encourage others to trust him in desert seasons. Also, your baby girls are beautiful!Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02779290878391243562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-3367738927371136482012-01-10T07:28:16.428+11:002012-01-10T07:28:16.428+11:00Hi Jill!
Your words were adorable.
I'm from...Hi Jill! <br /><br />Your words were adorable.<br /><br />I'm from Brazil! I follow your work through Hillsong music..It's amazing how you & your mates praise God with all the heart.<br />If its possible, I have a question for you: <br />How you found your mission? I mean, how did you discovered that <br /> what you do now, your work and projects are what you & God planned? <br />I'm stucked in this question for myself. <br />I would love if you could answer.<br /><br />Kisses from Brazil!<br />Carolina.Carolinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05029614828217641251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-78329601856854125382011-12-22T09:54:00.702+11:002011-12-22T09:54:00.702+11:00how on earth did I JUST read this?? Such great con...how on earth did I JUST read this?? Such great convos - love your blog!! Merriest of Christmases!! CherieCherie Baker Vannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06717247266258548648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-13429509081506962552011-12-20T11:34:45.614+11:002011-12-20T11:34:45.614+11:00Dear Jill ~ my best friend just lost her 13 month ...Dear Jill ~ my best friend just lost her 13 month old girl unexpectedly. This baby was a miracle as she had 3 miscarriages after her son was born before she was blessed with Peyton. Any words of wisdom, as someone who's been through this, for someone who has no idea how to help her through this?<br /><br /><br />~kellyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-69936555800388109342011-11-26T02:35:02.924+11:002011-11-26T02:35:02.924+11:00Dear McCloghry family,
I first became aware of you...Dear McCloghry family,<br />I first became aware of your heartbreak over Max when I saw an interview with you about the story of "Desert Song". It moved me very much, and each time I play that song in our church (I'm a worship leader too), I think of your story, and it adds much life. <br />But then I wondered if that was the end of the story. So I searched on the internet and found your blog. It not only revealed the joyful end of the story, but also the depth of heartbreak you endured in losing Max, which the video didn't capture.<br />Well, I just wanted to thank you for sharing all this with us. It is a beautiful story of God's goodness and mercy. Ten thousand miles away, I feel love for your little baby girl, and I pray all of God's blessings for your family. Most of all, I praise God for his goodness.<br />Thank you again for sharing.<br />Your brother in Christ,<br />Mark<br />New Jersey, USAMarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14972991419011222822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-58422388834835641512011-11-24T17:13:34.529+11:002011-11-24T17:13:34.529+11:00Jill, it has been a while since I've checked i...Jill, it has been a while since I've checked in on you and your journey.. I always regret not reading your blogs and updates more often, because they are inspiring, encouraging and an incredible testimony of God's faithfulness. I know I am late, but I just want to congratulate you on little Maizey. So very happy for you. Blessings!! KarinKarinKnapphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06105505276896734517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-74923819242658828842011-11-10T18:36:30.787+11:002011-11-10T18:36:30.787+11:00I loved everything ! especially your answer for th...I loved everything ! especially your answer for the last question.. I needed to hear that! Thank you :)Mercyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01399155129386598527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-2452793424926474142011-10-26T07:28:56.882+11:002011-10-26T07:28:56.882+11:00Hi Jill,
I am impressed what God is doing in your ...Hi Jill,<br />I am impressed what God is doing in your life!Year ago I was watching on DVD "This is our GOD".And I made a drawing for you like a gift and to encourage you( http://vikmone.deviantart.com/gallery/?offset=72#/d38caea ).Some times I can't tell a lot like words but I drawing for people to give them piece of God love.A few days later I find your blog and start to read it.So from there( :) or here) I understand more for you,your situation and so on.I didn't know how to tell you this :) :) :) To be more brave took me 1 year nearly :D :D :D.However so I would like to send you the original(but is not framed) :).Is it ok to send it to Hillsong in Australia and just to put your name on the envelope?<br />Regards <br />God bless you and your family !<br />Psalm 30<br /><br />A psalm of David. A song for the dedication of the Temple.<br /><br /> 1 I will exalt you, Lord, for you rescued me.<br /> You refused to let my enemies triumph over me.<br /> 2 O Lord my God, I cried to you for help,<br /> and you restored my health.<br /> 3 You brought me up from the grave,[a] O Lord.<br /> You kept me from falling into the pit of death.<br /> 4 Sing to the Lord, all you godly ones!<br /> Praise his holy name.<br /> 5 For his anger lasts only a moment,<br /> but his favor lasts a lifetime!<br /> Weeping may last through the night,<br /> but joy comes with the morning.<br /><br /> 6 When I was prosperous, I said,<br /> “Nothing can stop me now!”<br /> 7 Your favor, O Lord, made me as secure as a mountain.<br /> Then you turned away from me, and I was shattered.<br /><br /> 8 I cried out to you, O Lord.<br /> I begged the Lord for mercy, saying,<br /> 9 “What will you gain if I die,<br /> if I sink into the grave?<br /> Can my dust praise you?<br /> Can it tell of your faithfulness?<br /> 10 Hear me, Lord, and have mercy on me.<br /> Help me, O Lord.”<br /><br /> 11 You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing.<br /> You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy,<br /> 12 that I might sing praises to you and not be silent.<br /> O Lord my God, I will give you thanks forever!<br /><br />Vicky xVik Monehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15208109040830776358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-7594295266143398612011-10-16T13:50:34.752+11:002011-10-16T13:50:34.752+11:00ur an nspiration to me : ) God bless continue to w...ur an nspiration to me : ) God bless continue to worship God with all your heart with all your soul and mind you're a great and true worshipperAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11233480833733697275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-63382737895889374162011-09-28T00:06:30.048+10:002011-09-28T00:06:30.048+10:00Thanks for your blessing words! You inspire me!
G...Thanks for your blessing words! You inspire me!<br /><br />God bless you!!<br />Love from Brazil!Jonatashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04210223754206375961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-73935515092649005382011-09-27T19:21:43.588+10:002011-09-27T19:21:43.588+10:00Hey Jill,
Regarding the last question, thanks fo...Hey Jill, <br /><br />Regarding the last question, thanks for answering it.As you probably figured out, I'm dealing with this feeling that my life is on hold.I feel like I'm stuck, like I've failed.I had some many dreams and expectations and so many promises from God, and nothing happens. Don`t get my wrong, I love God, but sometimes is so hard to like Him.Sometimes I'm mad at Him, and then I feel guilty that I'm mad...and the I get frustrated and so on...and it's hard to be efficient when I don't feel fulfilled.You know what I mean?<br />Anyways, thanks for your advice.I`ll meditate on it and try to apply it in my life.Ioana`https://www.blogger.com/profile/07373024181381695583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-39248400069972814712011-09-27T15:30:49.681+10:002011-09-27T15:30:49.681+10:00Wonderful, faith-filled inspiring words Jill. You ...Wonderful, faith-filled inspiring words Jill. You and Matt have been a tremendous inspiration to me (from afar - promise I'm not a stalker, lol) during the seasons of life that you have endured over the years. I love how you have found a deeper intimacy and love for God through them. I have found that in those dark days the light of God's love for us shines its brightest, though you have to a heart and faith that is willing to see it. <br />(PS: And it was nice to meet you at the lifts at BJ after the service on Sunday morning. I'm excited that you've joined our little BJ fam.) xxxMicheyMoohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17706234368244521994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-4889859552024406992011-09-27T14:48:32.590+10:002011-09-27T14:48:32.590+10:00always an encouraging read.
praise God!always an encouraging read.<br /><br />praise God!aninahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10424732575063658945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-20611532047043082352011-09-13T00:09:39.520+10:002011-09-13T00:09:39.520+10:00Thank you for sharing your journey with the world....Thank you for sharing your journey with the world. I found your blog through a friend. My husband and I just lost our first baby 3 weeks ago. I was 6 months along in my pregnancy. Your words here definitely bring the tears but are also very comforting and healing to know I'm not alone in my thoughts and my struggles - in my prayers to God. Thank you again for sharing. <br /><br />-MirandaMirandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09733530093257296679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-27177750225719644582011-08-17T09:20:32.231+10:002011-08-17T09:20:32.231+10:00Thank-you so much for being so transparent on your...Thank-you so much for being so transparent on your blog. I discovered it today after listening to some Hillsong music & looking up different worship artists & leaders (I'm one as well and needed some inspiration and encouragement).<br />I know we don't know each other and you probably get lot's of messages like this, but I just wanted to say that you are an inspiration. The words I've read on your blog are words I needed to read right now in my life, and I hope God continues to use you to spread his word and bring others closer to Him.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SuzanneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05939358735141282564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-20109279018843764672011-08-15T01:00:40.586+10:002011-08-15T01:00:40.586+10:00Hi Jill,
I recently experienced losing a baby and...Hi Jill,<br /><br />I recently experienced losing a baby and I honestly did not know, and still don't really know, how I will come back from that. It's an experience that hurt me in places I never even knew I had. When I heard you sing Desert Song it brought tears to my eyes and I felt incredibly filled with the grace and peace that only God could possibly provide to fill my brokenness. When I was sixteen I had been struggling with an eating disorder for several years and at a concert I saw you perform at you said something along the lines of our God being bigger than eating disorders and I felt like God was truly using you to speak to me and I'm sure other people there who were struggling. After that night I began devoutly pursuing recovery and while I have had ups and downs and periods of relapse, recovery and hospitalizations I know that my God is the God who made the sun stand still and know that He is the God who provides. The line in Desert Song, I know I'm filled to be emptied again/the seed I've received I will sow, is an incredible reminder to me that our God gives and takes away but that He is still God and will continue to fill me with His grace and love even when the trials of this life empty us, and it is almost comforting to know that I will be emptied again, but I hope I will be pouring out his grace on a broken world. I just wanted to send you a message and really and truly thank you and tell you that God has used your music to bring me incredible comfort and while I hurt more than I ever thought possible right now, I know that God is my victory and He is here and He is who He is no matter where I am.<br /><br />Really and truly thank you.<br /><br />Your sister in Christ,<br />Emily Robertson <br />erober33@students.kennesaw.edu<br />http://www.facebook.Remyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08385101094826642214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-17944950581878811782011-07-27T13:52:48.231+10:002011-07-27T13:52:48.231+10:00God has shown me this blog at just the perfect tim...God has shown me this blog at just the perfect time. I started at the very beginning and I cannot even tell you how much comfort, hope and peace your posts are already bringing to me. I just lost my 4 day old son 2 weeks ago. I had remembered hearing your story during the Desert Song interview and never once I thought I would feel that same pain someday or even relate with what you were going through. Now, it's all so real. Thank you for starting this blog...I feel like I am living every post you wrote about your sweet little Max. Same emotional roller coaster...it's comforting knowing that someone else has felt the same things I am feeling and they survived cuz somedays the pain just feels unbearable. Thank you for the scriptures and sharing your real, raw emotions. I couldn't have found this at a better time...Breannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12077792658532595416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-52424198130211996062011-06-21T19:22:17.724+10:002011-06-21T19:22:17.724+10:00Post more! Your words r so inspiring! God bless!Post more! Your words r so inspiring! God bless!GoulartCarloshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04353947397570673980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-18554891893323829492011-06-11T15:19:14.998+10:002011-06-11T15:19:14.998+10:00#I just wanted to say I was one of my greatest mom...#I just wanted to say I was one of my greatest moments of despair when I walked into my blog and saw your post. I was tired of waiting ... When all we have are just promises, when we see nothing that embarrasses us and hurt. It hurts to know I'm not self-sufficient. But it hurts even more when I think about what would I be without God who makes everything be itself sufficient for me. This entry was prophetic in my life. It really was incredible.Nash e Colombo.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09903429097362290224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-24454322107160592322011-06-05T10:14:58.837+10:002011-06-05T10:14:58.837+10:00Your life, your testimony, everything is so encour...Your life, your testimony, everything is so encouraging & uplifting! Even though I am oceans away, we are sisters in Christ and I absolutely needed to hear your words of wisdom! Thank you & please continue writing :))Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-26913882782661031172011-06-05T10:14:43.826+10:002011-06-05T10:14:43.826+10:00Your life, your testimony, everything is so encour...Your life, your testimony, everything is so encouraging & uplifting! Even though I am oceans away, we are sisters in Christ and I absolutely needed to hear your words of wisdom! Thank you & please continue writing :))Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-53625759436656378342011-05-09T11:15:10.651+10:002011-05-09T11:15:10.651+10:00Hi there. I just wanted to say how blessed I have ...Hi there. I just wanted to say how blessed I have been every time I visit your blog.... I think I'm always led to it in the times of the storm and God always softens my heart and reminds me of His love for me whenever I read your posts. Today I read this one, and I was moved by the last paragraph; in particular, by the words, "His timing is ALWAYS perfect. He is close to the broken." I wish I could explain how much these words mean, but right now I'll just say that I am grateful God uses you to remind me of His personal love for me :)His Belovedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13331616660731746815noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8489668662035032121.post-78865650480300775682011-05-08T15:18:08.096+10:002011-05-08T15:18:08.096+10:00“This Is Our God” (Yahweh-album version) was playi...“This Is Our God” (Yahweh-album version) was playing as I read this entry and it struck me how people’s lives can be a testimonial to God’s faithfulness. My bible is right in front of me, but somehow tonight I wasn’t experiencing those things you describe in your post about It… just one of those nights when you think you’ve waited enough… but seeing that people, real people, like Abraham, Paul and You kept waiting and “against hope believed in hope” puts something in me that convinces me He will show up any moment and deliver what He promised. <br /><br />Thanks.<br /><br />God bless you and Little Maizey.<br /><br />Cristian.Cristian Arnaudhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00751730047450707328noreply@blogger.com