Some days, living with chronic illness feels like running a marathon with no finish line in sight. The fatigue is relentless, the pain is unpredictable, and the physical limitations are discouraging to say the least. It’s easy to feel forgotten, invisible or even left behind.
But even in the middle of the struggle, there is grace !
Grace for the days when getting out of bed is all we can do.
Grace for the moments when you feel like your body has betrayed you.
Grace for the times when your prayers sound more like groans than words.
Sound familiar?
God sees it all. Every single tear, every doctors appointment, every moment of deep frustration. He is not distant from our pain, He is with us in it. The same God who parted the seas and healed the blind is the God who is walking with you and me through the flare-ups, fatigue and fear.
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.: 2 Corinthians 12:9
You don’t have to be strong all the time. You don’t have to pretend to have it all together. God’s strength shows up when we admit our weakness. He carries what we can’t. He lifts what we no longer have the energy or strength to hold.
Some days, faith looks like a simple whisper, “Lord help me.” And He does.
So on the hard days, lean on God. Breathe deep. Cry if you need to. Rest as much as you can. And remember that your story isn’t over. God is still writing it with love, purpose and grace.
PRAYER
Jesus be my strength today. You know how hard this journey can be, and You meet me right in the middle of it. Remind me that I’m not alone. Give me the grace for this moment and hope for what’s ahead. I trust You, even when it’s hard. In Your name, Amen.
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You can do hard things!
XO- Windy
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On another note:
Be sure to check out my new 30-Day Devotional “Faith In The Storm” written from a chronic illness perspective. Now available on Amazon!
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