Illness and grief can make relationships difficult. This post explores passive, aggressive and assertive responses from a Christian perspective.
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Play (Five Minute Friday)
I can’t play as much as I used to. My body doesn’t cooperate. My mind is not always cooperative either! But watching my kids play is one of the greatest joys of my life. My Facebook status update from today says: Highlight of the morning for the kids: finding a dead fish. 😳😂 What a …
Blessed, Even When… (Five Minute Friday)
My little boy comes to my bedside and asks, “Can you play with me, Mummy?” It’s not the first time he’s asked that today. “Mummy has to rest now,” I tell him. “You go outside and play. I’ll come soon.” I give him a cuddle and a kiss before he leaves the bedroom. As I …
Resources (Groaning – Part #3)
This is Part 3 of the Groaning Series. Click here to read the series from the beginning. How can I help you grow? Below are some resources to equip you and support you. (Don’t worry, all my resources are free!) There’s an e-booklet, as well as links to music playlists; articles about lamenting; and a …
Groaning and New Life (Groaning – Part #2)
This is Part 2 of the Groaning Series. Click here to read from the beginning. Groan-worthy situations It’s been a groan-worthy start to the year in our household. I’ve been in a severe flare for over a month. My husband is very weary — an extra load inevitably falls on him when I’m out of …
Bible Heroes Who Groaned (Groaning – Part #1)
This is Part 1 of the Groaning Series. You can read the intro here. Groaning: a godly response to suffering?! After studying the book of Job last year, I realised something: I’ve been putting a lid on my sorrow. I’ve been keeping my grief to myself, rather than talking to God about it. I don’t …
Carole’s Church Story
Today we’re meeting Carole. She’s 69 years old and has a bunch of chronic illnesses that require daily management. She first got sick at the age of 31, which means she has been unwell for nearly 40 years. Can you imagine that?! Carole, welcome to our Build a Bridge Interview Series! It’s an honour …
“Walking Down the Aisle” & Psalm 90:12 {Poem + Printable verse}
The joy of new beginnings and the grief of death — this poem explores the intersection of these two experiences from a Christian perspective.
Satisfaction – Goal setting #5
Does your health allow for busyness, or is regular resting necessary? If so, do you miss being busy?
I really miss being busy. I find busyness intoxicating, and I find resting very boring. For me, one of the hardest things about being housebound with debilitating fatigue is the lack of busyness. I yearn to feel accomplished and self-sufficient.
Ah... Isn't that at the heart of it? Self-sufficiency.
Ecclesiastes – Goal Setting #4
The Goal Setting Mini-Series goes a step deeper than the usual “how to” list: How can we set goals that honour God and don’t induce panic attacks? Post #3 is here in case you missed it. Fireworks and traditions Aren’t fireworks displays just spectacular? Even on TV I find them mesmerising. I live in Sydney, …