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Despite years of medical interventions, my challenges were now worse than ever. Dare I risk disappointment yet again? After prayerful reflection, I knew the answer was “Yes.” God reminded me that my hope was ultimately in Him, beyond any human wisdom or cure.
Several weeks ago, I fell and broke my hip – a painful injury on top of my rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. The key to unraveling the chaos is to focus on God. He always sees through to the peaceful pace. He knows exactly what we need.
Taking things for granted happens in many areas of our lives – but intentionally pausing to reflect can reorient us. This happened to me recently as I reflected on the phrase “in Jesus’ name.”
A couple of years ago, I burned out spectacularly. Friends and mentors had warned me. I did not know what it meant to practice self-care.
