Paul prayed three times for his "thorn in the flesh" to be removed...it wasn't, but not for lack of faith. God rebuked Job's three friends in anger and Job prayed for his mercy on them. You chose excellent biblical examples to speak to this issue!
The natural progression of the seasons show God's faithfulness. In spite of drought conditions this summer, farmers in NW Iowa are harvesting a good crop again this year for which we are thankful!
Wonderful post! I also play flute as worship and I wish I could play by ear. You have a special gift! I'm glad that you share it...you've inspired me to play my flute today :)
Sonja, your post articulates not just the physical but also the mental/emotional/spiritual struggle for those of us living with a chronic illness. I have ulcerative colitis and understand this struggle. As a disability advocate, I would like to use excerpts from your article in our church newsletter...may I have your permission to edit and print it with full credit to you?
Hi Jess, Thanks for sharing how God is teaching you reliance on Him...we all need that! I noticed you're from LeMars and I just wanted to let you know about a NAMI support group that meets monthly in Sioux Center the first Tuesday at 7 at Central Reformed Church. We learn about mental illnesses and discuss our own/family member's experiences.
Posted in: One Holy and Silent Night
I like the poem, Linda :) May we pause and let that silent night touch our hearts. Merry Christmas!
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Paul prayed three times for his "thorn in the flesh" to be removed...it wasn't, but not for lack of faith. God rebuked Job's three friends in anger and Job prayed for his mercy on them. You chose excellent biblical examples to speak to this issue!
Posted in: Where Have You Seen God's Faithfulness This Year?
The natural progression of the seasons show God's faithfulness. In spite of drought conditions this summer, farmers in NW Iowa are harvesting a good crop again this year for which we are thankful!
Posted in: Clarity, Not Certainty
Even we mature members of Bethel looked forward to Pastor John's online children's sermons each week!
Posted in: Disability Concerns Leadership Training Event 2020 Recap
It was a helpful event for disability advocates and I'm glad I could attend virtually...thanks again to the organizers and speakers!!
Posted in: The Flute is My Worship
Wonderful post! I also play flute as worship and I wish I could play by ear. You have a special gift! I'm glad that you share it...you've inspired me to play my flute today :)
Posted in: The Reality of Chronic Illness and Worth
Sonja, your post articulates not just the physical but also the mental/emotional/spiritual struggle for those of us living with a chronic illness. I have ulcerative colitis and understand this struggle. As a disability advocate, I would like to use excerpts from your article in our church newsletter...may I have your permission to edit and print it with full credit to you?
Posted in: The Reality of Chronic Illness and Worth
Thank you for graciously allowing me to share this with my church...I really appreciate it, Sonja!
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Happy 10th Birthday to the CRCNA Network and administrative staff!
Posted in: A World that Presupposes Sight
Thanks for sharing your insights (I mean that sincerely) on what it's like to experience blindness.
Posted in: Where Do You Live? Say Hi Below!
Hello from Hull IA :)
Posted in: My Reluctant Dependency and Growing Empathy
Hi Jess, Thanks for sharing how God is teaching you reliance on Him...we all need that! I noticed you're from LeMars and I just wanted to let you know about a NAMI support group that meets monthly in Sioux Center the first Tuesday at 7 at Central Reformed Church. We learn about mental illnesses and discuss our own/family member's experiences.