Posts tagged When You Feel Discouraged
God Will Never Give You More Than He Can Handle

There have been times when our story with a diagnosis felt completely overwhelming. And the truth is, that’s okay. You may hear the phrase that God doesn’t give you more than you can handle, but God gives us a deeper hope to hold onto. These tend to be the times when God shows us how much he can handle and how much we can rely on him.

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A Light has Dawned (You are not Alone in the Dark)

Have you ever felt like your circumstances were too much to handle? Or like the weight of medical decisions or setbacks made it difficult to see hope in the moment? It’s okay if you feel like you’re in the dark of night or like your burden is too heavy or like you’re uncertain what the future holds. If you’re in a season where you’re struggling to find hope or you are ready for the Light to dawn on you, I believe Jesus is ready to embrace you.

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What to Read When You Are Overwhelmed with Medical Care

During medical appointments and therapy sessions, medical professionals usually call on the parent to rehearse the child’s medical history. The conversation centers on those things that are atypical or unhealthy. We major on the cannots since this is the jumping off point for treatment. This is where I get overwhelmed. Here is how I hold onto hope in these times.

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How Do I Cope While Watching My Child Suffer?

After two surgeries and three hospital stays, I sat with my one-month-old in absolute emotional distress. Every. Single. Breath was work for him. It grieved me to watch him suffer as his mother, his protector...his safe place. In this article I share ways that I found comfort, peace, and hope while watching my child suffer with his medical challenges.

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God is Here: Where is God When I Receive an Unexpected Diagnosis?

Facing an unexpected diagnosis can be scary and isolating, and it can be easy to wonder, "Where is God?" But these are also times when we can find hope and comfort. Read about how hope is found during one of these moments and discover some truths you can firmly stand on.

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