This photo shows the wall of an old house. It’s from a medieval village near Lyon, France. Aren’t those stones just perfectly imperfect, the way they’re assembled in such hodge-podge rows? This is a comfort for me. It reminds me that God uses us despite our imperfections. When I look around at the people in …
This is Part 2 of the Hope Series. You can read Part 1 here. It’s been a year since I embarked on that new treatment path. Sadly, none of the prescribed medications or supplements have made a significant impact on my ability to function. Some of them have even made me feel worse! What sorts …
Illness and grief can make relationships difficult. This post explores passive, aggressive and assertive responses from a Christian perspective.
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 …
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 …
This mini-series isn't about how to set goals; it's about how frustrating and confusing goal setting can be. So if you cringed at the very mention of goal setting in the title, you can now release those butterflies from your belly and read this post in peace!
Jesus was abandoned. He's been there. He understands. This post will provide comfort and encouragement when you feel let down by your church community.
Struggles with church community are common among Christians who face serious illness or grief. This post offers compassion and comfort.
Introducing Hosea! Age: 66 Chronic Illness: I’m hampered by Multiple Myeloma, a cancer of the blood plasma cells. I was diagnosed sixteen years ago, and by the grace of God, I’ve been a survivor since then. There is no cure for Myeloma, and there is always a risk that it will return in full bloom. …
Waiting is something we do a lot of, when living with chronic illness. Here are some tips for how to stand strong within the uncomfortable limbo of waiting.