Fighting for joy, one day at a time.
Last week I climbed a mountain. Don’t get me wrong, I’m sure avid climbers would have laughed at such a simple hike. The trail was three miles up to a beautiful waterfall and three miles back down. As a flatlander with chronic pain, however, this mountain seemed incredibly daunting. Attempting the hike seemed absurd by... Continue Reading →
Chronic Illness is a heartless thief. Anyone who struggles with chronic illness or pain can attest to that. I have rightfully devoted a lot of time to grieving, processing and writing about the things that my illness has taken from me. Allowing myself to feel the hardness of my illness is instrumental in my journey... Continue Reading →
When we recognize these doubts that have turned into the lies we believe, we can take the power back from our pain and recognize the ultimate power of truth— God’s truth.
As I have worked through my questions and doubts, there are three things that I have needed to remind myself of. Maybe you will find them helpful too.
Navigating the deep waters of suffering is an immense topic that I can’t even hope to touch on. Today, I just want to encourage you with some truths about God that you can cling to no matter what you might be facing.
Alathia Hayes 