Watching Long Distance • A Difficult Choice (Part 2)
Watching long-distance, we must regularly, intentionally and actively confront ourselves with their suffering, choosing to see their pain.
Posts by Emily J. Maurits
Emily J. Maurits
Chronic Joy® Contributing Writer
After working for several years in the public health sector, Emily is now studying theology. She believes we are all called to love suffering people because that's what Jesus did. She is passionate about equipping and encouraging others to do just that and founded www.calledtowatch.com for the family and friends of those with chronic illnesses. As well as uncovering God's presence in the chaos of life, she enjoys reading, running, and writing. Check out her memoir Two Sisters & a Brain Tumour.
Long-Distance Watching • Different but Possible (Part 1)
Long-distance watching changes the paradigm — we cannot physically help our loved one anymore. Yet we can still be a blessing.
Why I Feel Uncomfortable When People Offer to Pray for Healing
Chronic illness is so entangled with my deepest hopes and fears, I’m not even sure I want to talk about it, & being prayed for can feel scary and invasive.
How to Encourage without Lying
I want to speak into someone’s awful situation, but I don’t want to lie. Here are 7 ways to encourage without lying.
