by Chronic Joy® | Feb 26, 2018 | Anxiety, Caregivers, Chronic Illness, Depression, Leaders, Marriage, Mental Illness, Parenting
We are told that we will all face trials. Jesus told us to expect them. “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Trials come in all different...
by Chronic Joy® | Feb 21, 2018 | Caregivers, Chronic Illness, Mental Illness, Parenting
To the Mama whose child is newly diagnosed, To the Mama who is sleeping tonight (again) in her child’s hospital room, To the Mama learning to balance appointments, laundry, lunch, dinner, school and medications, To the Mama wondering how she will possibly survive if...
by Chronic Joy® | Feb 16, 2018 | Allegory, Bettie Gilbert, Chronic Illness
y Facing an Unknown Future Are you facing an unknown future that might seem fearsome or lonely? Come along with me for a look into two different ways to face life. She felt the shackles on her feet grow tighter as a strangling sensation began to choke the air...
by Chronic Joy® | Feb 12, 2018 | Chronic Illness, Cindee Snider Re
FINDING PURPOSE: Rediscovering Meaning in a Life with Chronic Illness is the second book in the Chronic Joy Thrive Series.Why did I write this book?Honestly, I didn’t want to. Not because I believe Biblical purpose is unimportant, but because I was afraid I couldn’t...
by Chronic Joy® | Feb 6, 2018 | Depression, Mental Illness, Terry Powell
Keeping Faith in the Midst of Depression I stand with the rest of the congregation for a familiar hymn. My heart is sad and parched. Mouthing the words takes a Herculean effort. I feel out of place in the midst of so many people with smiles on their faces and praise...
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