The Door that Pain Built
There is a door that is beautiful to me. It was bought and paid for by my best friend, the one who loves me most. He paid for it with His life so I can use it – and, boy, do I!
Posts by Barbara Coleman
Barbara Coleman
Chronic Joy® Creative Contributor and Writer
Barbara lives in Maryland where she ministered with her husband, Mike, for over 50 years. Now, she has time for gardening, painting, reading, and enjoying the Lord. Barbara has three grown sons and ten grandchildren. She says, "Anything that makes me need God is a blessing!" She is the author of The Wonderful Land of Affliction.
Living Happily at the Edge of the Cliff
In time I realized that I was never going to fall off a cliff; in fact, I was never going to even move, because the very foundation of my life is built on a rock — the Lord Jesus Christ Himself, the Rock of Ages! So now, dear one, regardless of your affliction, I urge you to run to Him. You will not be disappointed.
The Wonderful Land of Affliction
If you were to visit the Land of Affliction for a day, I think the first thing you would notice is the pace. Everything moves much slower here. Many of us are using all of our energy just to figure out how to make it through the day. Over time I have become frustratingly aware of my weaknesses.
Where Do Butterflies Go At Night?
People with chronic illnesses and invisible diseases can simply be overlooked, so their suffering can easily slip your mind much like butterflies at night.
