A Time for Everything
No matter your season, it has beauty and purpose despite the painful parts. God IS working all things for good (Rom. 8:28). Remember that He has made everything beautiful in its time.
Posts by Elyse Simon
Elyse Simon
Chronic Joy® Contributing Writer
Elyse has a fondness for the outdoors. After a simple slip on the ice left her with chronic pain syndrome, she began to see how God does work all things for good. Armed with Biblical truth and her TENS unit, Elyse uses her experiences to encourage young adults with the message that they can thrive in the face of difficult circumstances.
Exploring Strength in Weakness: A Look at 2 Corinthians 12:10
Accepting weakness isn’t a sign of defeat. It shows that we trust God. Strength in Christ comes from recognizing weakness in ourselves.
Mourn Your Losses but Trust God’s Plan
I refused to acknowledge my final struggle until I couldn’t take it anymore and broke down. I reminded myself of God’s steadfastness but hadn't allowed myself to mourn what I was going through.
Boasting in Weakness Shows God’s Strength
Sometimes it can be hard to look at what God is doing as a blessing, but He also uses unique challenges to make radical differences in the lives of his followers and those around them. Boasting in weakness seems backwards, but it shows God’s strength. Think of the powerful impact you might have if you shared your weaknesses with those around you.
