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Day 47 – Don’t Lose Hope

When dealing with a chronic illness, it is normal to feel hopeless and helpless. It is not okay to lose hope. Today’s Bible Verse: John 11:40 (KJV), “Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of God?” What the Verse Means: It is not… Continue reading Day 47 – Don’t Lose Hope

Day 46 – It’s Okay Not to Understand Why

When learning to deal with a chronic illness, it is okay not to understand why this is happening to you. I know today’s verse is like yesterday’s Scripture. I chose it to help emphasize how not understanding causes us to rely on and to trust God. Today’s Bible Verse: Isaiah 55:8-9 (KJV), “For my thoughts are not… Continue reading Day 46 – It’s Okay Not to Understand Why

Scrivener 3 Basics

Are You New to Scrivener?  This series on the Basics of Scrivener 3.0 for Macintosh covers everything you need to know to start using the software. You should read the blog posts in this series in order. Once you’ve completed looking at them,  you’ll know what you need to know to create your own projects… Continue reading Scrivener 3 Basics 

Day 45 – It’s Okay to Ask “Why?”

When learning to deal with a chronic illness, it is okay to ask God “Why is this happening to me?” It is normal to question why and ask why me Lord. Today’s Bible Verse: Psalm 42:9a (KJV), “I will say unto God my rock, Why hast thou forgotten me? What the Verse Means: Asking God… Continue reading Day 45 – It’s Okay to Ask “Why?”

Day 44 – God’s Grace is Enough

Part of learning to deal with a chronic illness is learning that God’s grace is enough. Today’s Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 12:9 (KJV), “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power… Continue reading Day 44 – God’s Grace is Enough

2019 – Happy New Year – 2019

Day 43 – God is With Us

Learning to deal with a chronic illness is grasping the fact that you are not alone. God is present among us Have you ever felt alone and overwhelmed? Maybe you are fearful or full of despair? Rejoice, God is with us. Today’s Bible Verse: Zephaniah 3:17 (KJV)- “The Lord thy God in the midst of… Continue reading Day 43 – God is With Us

Day 42 – God Has Our Days Numbered

Learning to deal with a chronic illness is remembering God has our days numbered. He is in control. The day I wrote today’s thought was a Monday evening, three days before my father’s ninetieth birthday. My wife, grown children, and I all had a vacation day scheduled for a big birthday bash on Thursday of… Continue reading Day 42 – God Has Our Days Numbered

Twenty Bible Verses to Help With Worry and Anxiety

Joshua 10:25 (KJV), “And Joshua said unto them, Fear not, nor be dismayed, be strong and of good courage: for thus shall the Lord do to all your enemies against whom ye fight.” Ruth 1:12 (KJV), “Turn again, my daughters, go your way; for I am too old to have an husband. If I should… Continue reading Twenty Bible Verses to Help With Worry and Anxiety

Day 41 – Glory is Eternal

Learning to deal with a chronic illness includes understanding our troubles will not last forever.  We need to remember our troubles are temporary. In Christ, our glory is eternal. Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (KJV), “For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by… Continue reading Day 41 – Glory is Eternal