What’s Next in This Chapter? Trusting God in Chronic Pain and Illness
29 Nov 2011 Leave a Comment
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“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still” (Exodus 14:14).
After years of slavery, the people of Israel have escaped from captivity in Egypt and run into a big problem — the Red Sea. The Red Sea lies between them and their freedom. Their hearts sink. There’s no way for them to get through it or around it. They feel defeated.
But then they call out to God, questioning His plan.
“Why did you bring us out here to die in the wilderness?”
And Moses tells them:
“Don’t be afraid. Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”
You probably know what happens next. God performs a miracle. He uses the Israelites faith. He instructs them to get moving. To pick up their staffs and raise their hands over the sea and walk in.
So they do.
Let’s just stop there a minute. This whole story could’ve ended another way. The Israelites might not have listened. They might not have used their faith, listened to God, and walked forward. The Egyptians would’ve caught up with them and re-captured them.
But they listened. They did what God was instructing them to do. They held onto their faith and their staffs and they moved forward.
And God performed a miracle. He divided the Red Sea into two parts, with an aisle of dry land between two mighty walls of water. The Israelites walked through, unharmed, and then God returned the water to normal and it swept over the Egyptians who were chasing the people of Israel and the Bible says that not a single one survived.
In the same chapter as the Israelites thought they would escape, the feared they would not. And then they were delivered.
Their Deliverer showed up!
And in the very first verse of the next chapter, the people of Israel are praising God for rescuing them and for granting them true freedom.
How does this apply to your life today?
In your current chapter of life, where are you? Are you trying to be free? Are you facing a huge barrier that seems insurmountable? Have you called out to God with doubt? Has He answered you yet? Is He rescuing you? Has He delivered you? Are you free?
A lot can change in just one chapter.
Just hang on — the Lord will fight for you.
Prayer: God, I know that You are the author of my life. I trust that you are writing a beautiful story with my circumstances. Amen.
About the Author:
Jennifer LeBlanc lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband of 9 years and their two young daughters. She has been living with chronic pain since 2005, and was diagnosed in 2010 with Ankylosing Spondylitis, a chronic inflammatory disease that attacks the spine & joints. In the midst of this “chronic” life, she also chooses to live with chronic gratitude. You can read more of her story at her blog, Live Art.fully: http://livelifeartfully.blogspot.com
Looking back on your life, can you remember times that God has rescued you in the midst of doubt and fear? How did He show up for you?
Stepping Stones Through The Challenges of Illness
26 Nov 2011 2 Comments
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“Jesus answered, ‘I am the Way, the Truth and the Life – no man comes to the Father, but by Me’.” (John 14:6)
When I was able to go away earlier this year, we had opportunity to take a short walk in the Warrumbungle’s National Park we were visiting. At the time I hadn’t been that well and with an upcoming visit to hospital I did think twice about if I should do the walk or not. I had been told it was an easy walk and no one mentioned the fact that there would be a couple of small creek crossings.
It wasn’t quite as daunting as it might have been as the way across had been made easier by them inserting stepping stones across the creek.
As I approached, I had a sense of fear that I may not be able to balance on them, but since I would have to go back on my own, I thought I should be able to do this, I just had to take it one step at a time. As I slowly went across–at the back of the group–one of our guides stayed close to offer a helping hand if it was needed. I was able to make it across without any mishap.
The above verse reminds us that Jesus told us there is only one way for us to reach the Father. We may try to take a different path, but there is only one, that leads where we need to go.
Life with chronic illness often seems like a balancing act and we can be faced with stepping stones that are the only way across what seems a difficult crossing. How do we keep the balance we need on those stepping stones and not fall?
I believe it is only with God’s help. The hand that reaches out to catch us if we would slip, or guides us in the safest crossing. The fact that God promises to be there beside us all the way, is such a comfort.
We do not know what crossings may lie ahead, but we do know who holds out a hand to help and guide us.
Prayer: Father, I pray that You would guide me on the stepping stones of my life and thank You that You keep me from falling father than Your hand. Amen.
About the Author:
Fiona Burrows lives in Melbourne, Australia. She is thankful for the difference God makes in her life, and the lessons He is teaching her, as she lives with chronic back pain. She enjoys finding time for reading, writing, and photography, and to travel when she is able. You can contact her in the Sunroom.
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Do you remember times where you felt you only just kept your balance through difficult situations? What helping hands were there to guide you?
Finding Joy In The Alto Part of The Holidays
25 Nov 2011 Leave a Comment
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“There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.” (Proverbs 16:26)
I was involved in a choir from grade school through my years of college. And “Carol of the Bells” was one of those songs that we performed nearly every year.
When I was younger I was a soprano. This was an a cappella song was such fun to sing.
“Hark! How the bells
Sweet silver bells
All seem to say,
‘throw cares away.’”
And then as I got a bit older, my voice settled into the alto range. And my part on this song changed. Instead of the cheerful upbeat lyrics above I had difference lyrics: “Ding, dong, ding, dong, ding, dong, ding, dong.”
During the next few days this weekend everyone around us may seem to be buzzing around getting ready for the holidays. They are picking out a Christmas tree and charging gifts to those credit cards. The commercials come on television with expensive jewelry defining real love, and a new car or a big screen TV not seeming like an unreasonable gift in the least. We can almost hear the quick beat of “Hark! How the bells!” in happy tones.
And here we sit. We feel like we’ve been assigned that “ding, dong, ding, dong,” part. We are just the foundation of the fun, but not the cheerful part.
Scripture tells us “There is a way that appears to be right. . . ” To most of the world (and certainly the retailers) the way to a person’s heart is through buying them an expensive gift. The way to show someone you love them it to go in debt for them over a gift. The way to find true happiness and fulfillment is to buy more things! We can easily think that the newest gadget will make us happy. A pretty necklace will make us feel appreciated. And the problem is. . . sometimes it does!
But in the end, it will just lead to death. We want our life to end in . . . more life!. And being the foundation–singing that “alto” part in life is God ordained.
Prayer: Lord, as the people around me buy things they cannot necessarily afford, and try to find happiness in Christmas through more stuff, keep me focused on You being the only gift I will ever need. Help me pass this on to my family and friends as well.
About the Author:
Lisa Copen is an author, speaker, and the founder of Rest Ministries which serves the chronically ill. She lives in San Diego with her husband and 8-year-old son. She is currently writing a book for Christian moms who live with chronic illness. If you are interested in sharing your stories, feedback and confessions for the book, visit her Facebook page at http://MomWithIllness.com .
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What is one way you have given to others or plan to–this holiday season, instead of just being on the receiving end of gifts?
Regardless of Our Weaknesses, We Are Important Instruments in the Body of Christ
24 Nov 2011 3 Comments
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“Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it” (I Corinthians 12:27).
One seasonal tradition that I enjoy is attending our community orchestra holiday concert. I recently read an interesting analogy in the book Living above Worry and Stress by the Women of Faith series, comparing our Christian lives to an orchestra.
During a concert some instruments are playing and others are at rest, yet all musicians keep their eyes fixed on the conductor.
“The church is like that orchestra. At times, we work hard and the music of our lives is glorious. At other times, we are allowed to rest. Others take up the song. Whether you are giving your all right now, or are in a season of attentive rest. . . , you are an important part of a larger group. And the result of our woven lives is beautiful, and it all glorifies God”.
In seasons of pain and limitations it is easy to feel lost and insignificant, particularly during holidays. We may not be able to participate in church functions and ministries or serve our families and friends the way we used to. When I begin entertaining those thoughts, I think of the orchestra.
At times in my life I have been more of a violin–in fact my family has been known to call me “high strung”! Now I see myself as more of a triangle. That instrument doesn’t play too often, but it still adds to certain songs.
We are all important to the work of God’s kingdom. We may not play as frequently as in the past and only God may hear our notes, but even our rests can be preparing us for the part we will play in the glorious eternal orchestra of praise to our God.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, keep me faithful in using the gifts you have given me to serve You as I am able. And when times come that I can no longer “play”, whether for a song or for a season, let me keep my eyes on You, resting in the truth that I am still a valuable part of the orchestral body of believers.
About the author:
Bronlynn Spindler lives in VA and is blessed to have the support and encouragement of a wonderful husband and three grown daughters. God’s grace and strength have brought her through thyroid cancer and ongoing back pain, depression, headaches, and fibromyalgia. You may view her blog of devotionals at www.aplaceofsprings57.blogspot.com.
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Do you struggle with feeling insignificant? What is one way that God is using right now, despite your limitations?
The Fullness Of God In Affliction
23 Nov 2011 Leave a Comment
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“I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. ” (Ephesians 3:16-19)
How do the afflicted walk in the fullness of God? It is a good question and I wish I had a quick and easy answer for you, but the truth is that sometimes it is all I can do to crawl in the minuscule things of God, much less to walk in His fullness.
Very often the daily battle of affliction gets in my way of being the better person I want to be, the more spiritual person I want to be. I seem to do better in my spiritual walk when I’m not constantly stubbing my toe on one affliction after another. True, I probably pray more when affliction is worse, but I also get moodier, angrier, less patient, more frustrated, and generally “less spiritual.”
If it all depended upon me, I’d be a spiritual wreck. Thankfully it doesn’t all depend upon me or you, we are not facing life and the particular obstacles of affliction alone, we face challenges, difficulties, and this horrible business called affliction with the Lord beside us. It is His goodness, His mercy, His kindness, and His fullness that enables us to walk spiritually rather than just crawling in the dust of affliction.
Walking in the true fullness of God is walking in the knowledge that Jesus is the Lord of our life, His Spirit dwells in us, He comforts us in affliction. Because He is, we live, we breath, we love, and have a life worth living that does not depend upon how good or bad we are feeling, but upon how good He is and who He is and that we are His.
Rest in the fullness of God through knowing the person Jesus Christ, the Lord and Savior of everyone who calls upon His name. When we fall down, too often our focus is upon our inabilities rather than His helping hand that is there to lift us up. When we turn our eyes upon Him, and turn our hearts toward Him, we become better than we are, greater than our afflictions, because we know the One who has given everything for us. Jesus is the fullness of God, and we live in fullness when we live in Him.
Prayer: Dear Lord, help us to keep our eyes upon You, and not upon our weaknesses and inabilities. Fill our lives to the full with Yourself. Amen.
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About the Author:
Karlton Douglas lives in Ohio with his lovely wife. God has give him the fullness of life through Christ Jesus.
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Do you feel that your affliction drags down your spiritual life? Have you tried focusing upon Jesus when you feel down about yourself?
The Battle Plan for When Life Gets Stinky
23 Nov 2011 3 Comments
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“But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.” (1 Timothy 6:11)
You are cordially invited to my pity party. Be sure to bring all your fears. We will have a great time of worry.
Does that sound strange? Perhaps it sounds inviting!
Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) tempts me to throw a personal pity party. Especially when symptoms cause me to give up what I love. Like when I had to stop teaching second graders. Boy was it a battle to ignore fearful thoughts! Why did this happen to me? What am I going to do now? How will I ever leave the staff I love?
There are lots of opportunities to feel sorry for myself. My weakness prevents me from baking Christmas cookies or entertaining. I need my husband’s help more and more just to accomplish daily routines. We’re limited by what we can do on vacations.
So, the battle rages on in my mind. Focus on self, or focus on the blessings God has for me.
I found motivation for right thinking from an unusual place–our experience with skunks. For some reason, several skunks had taken up residence on our property. Many nights I was awakened by the choking, putrid odor of skunk spray. The following day I often had a headache.
We devised a battle plan. Closing off the area around our shed took away their place to live. Scattering grub killer (during just the recommended summer month) cut off their food supply. Adding flood lights made it uncomfortable for them to enter our yard.
Suddenly, I realized the analogy. Fighting skunks provided a blue print for fighting self-pity. I flee from skunks because I fear the consequences. Likewise, I could flee from the temptation to feel sorry for myself. Mentally run away from those thoughts.
Our skunk plan was successful because we were on the offensive.
The success of preventing fearful thoughts will be to go on the offensive. The battle plan: pray for the mind of Christ, stockpile memorized verses, look for God’s blessings, etc.
Now when I’m tempted to feel sorry for myself, I picture the skunks. Self-pity is now a repulsive thought.
Prayer: Dear Father, Give me the diligence to memorize Your Word. Help me notice all the blessings You’ve provided. Fill me with Your thoughts this day. Thank You that Your peace guards my mind, helping me to focus on things that are pure and lovely and praiseworthy.
About the Author:
Vicki Chandler understands special needs as a patient, parent, and professor. She has had multiple sclerosis since 1993. Her 31-year-old son was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. She’s taught special education as a teacher, administrator, and adjunct professor. Through her online community she reaches out to other parents of children with special needs. http://theblogfrog.com/1505794
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What do you do when self-pity begins to creep into your thoughts?
When You Can’t See Your Options, God Can Cast Out Fear
22 Nov 2011 2 Comments
in Devotionals2 Tags: anxiety, fear, God, Jesus, Lord, prayer, rest ministries, San Diego
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” (Philippians 4:6)
As I am learning more about ADHD, a diagnosis my son received earlier this year, I am beginning to see why he reacts the way he does to certain situations. One noticeable response is when something is different than his typical routine he emotionally freezes up. I recently heard a a wonderful explanation of why it may be hard for him to see another option as being viable, despite our best attempt to present him with multiple choices.
For example, if you always drive to the grocery store a certain route, and one day there is construction, the average person may instinctively just drive around the block looking for another entrance or follow the detour signs. One with ADHD, however, cannot even see that these other options exist. They put their brakes on, refuse to move, and start to feel anxiety, maybe even having a type of panic attack.
Observers may see this behavior as stubbornness or strong-will. They present other options, but they are all turned down. Until the person can come to a reconciliation in his own mind that another option exists, and he is willing to take the risk of trying it, they are at a standstill. Stuck.
As I read this, I wondered how many adults are coping with this hurdle and spiritually beating themselves up because they know this scripture about not being anxious, but even the simplest changes in their daily routine leave them floundering.
Yes, God does tell us to be “anxious is nothing . Oh, how much harder this is to practice then it sounds! While some of us may have a medical condition that makes it exceptionally hard for us to avoid anxiety, others of us can still struggle with it in our every day life. The fears of the unknown, the costs involved, and even the uncomfortable medical procedures all are reasonable excuses for being anxious, but that doesn’t mean we can give into that natural instinct.
But feeling anxiety is not a reason to think, “I am such a terrible Christian. I should be better at this.” Don’t allow yourself to feel guilt and shame, bringing the focus back onto yourself. Instead, cling to God’s promises and put the emphasis on His ability to cast aside fear.
“I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.” (Psalm 34:4)
“Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul.” (Matthew 10:28a)
“Jesus told him, ‘Don’t be afraid; just believe.’” (Mark 5:36b)
Prayer: God, sometimes no matter how hard I try to hear your voice clearly, I just see roadblocks everywhere. Teach me to clearly see my options and teach me not to fear alternatives to my typical routine by casting out any fear that is not from you.
Lisa Copen is the founder of Rest Ministries and she lives in San Diego with her husband and son. She is gradually learning how to balance motherhood, family, illness, and ministry, but she still knows it will be a lifetime lesson. You can see the books she has written, including, Why Can’t I Make People Understand? at the Rest Ministries shop.
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Does a small change in your routine throw off your stress level? When other people tell you that you have plenty of alternative options do you tend to not be able to see them as real choices? How do you get past the anxiety so you are able to make a decision?
God’s Blessings of Unfailing Love and Wonderful Deeds
22 Nov 2011 1 Comment
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“He brought them out of darkness and the deepest gloom and broke away their chains. Let them give thanks to the Lord for His unfailing love and His wonderful deeds for men, for He breaks down gates of bronze and cuts through bars of iron” (Psalm 107:14-16).
Sometimes my pain feels like a prison. Whether it’s physical pain or the mental anguish of anxiety and depression, I feel trapped and unable to escape. Then these words are of great encouragement to me. During one of my worst moments I made notes on this chapter listing all the things God does for me. I go back to that list continually.
God leads me and shows me where to “settle” when I’m wandering (verse 7). He gives direction on where to go or what to do when I need guidance. And if I choose unwisely, He can bring good even out of that.
He satisfies my hunger and thirst (verse 9) when I feel dissatisfied with my life, pulled by the world, or longing for some unknown fulfillment.
He brings me out of the darkness and gloom (verse 14) of anxiety, despair and depression, bringing victory over these behaviors if I cling to the truths of His Word rather than my own thoughts.
He heals me by His Word (verse 20). Even when God does not physically remove my suffering, His written Word heals my heart and mind.
He stills my storm and guides me to my desired haven (verse 29-30). In the chaos and confusion of life, He brings a peace not of this world.
He turns my deserts into pools of water and my parched ground into springs (verse 35). He may use others along with His Word to bring me relief, and He may use my suffering to minister to others.
All this He has done and will continue to do. Let me give thanks to the Lord for His unfailing love and wonderful deeds in my life!
Prayer: My Savior and my God, whether You free me literally or spiritually, “Set me free from my prison, that I might praise Your name (Psalm 142:7). Amen.
About the author:
Bronlynn Spindler lives in VA and is blessed to have the support and encouragement of a wonderful husband and three grown daughters. God’s grace and strength have brought her through thyroid cancer and ongoing back pain, depression, headaches, and fibromyalgia. You may view her blog of devotionals at
www.aplaceofsprings57.blogspot.com.
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Last Sunday Rest Ministries featured an article on rather than just counting our blessings, to record how God has been faithful in our lives. Have you had a chance to start doing this yet? Pick just one promise today and write down how God has fulfilled it in your life
Thankful Through the Pain? Searching for Hope
21 Nov 2011 1 Comment
in Devotionals2 Tags: chronic, God, Gospel of Matthew, Gratitude, Jesus, Lord, North Carolina, pain
“Come to me all ye who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
Why is it that pain, sorrow and sadness in our lives stick out in our memories more than the happy events in our lives, especially during the holidays? Perhaps it is because pain is such a strong emotion that can leave scars that seem to take forever to heal, if they ever heal at all.
With me the holidays that are approaching us, often brings depression and despair to my weary heart. Memories of holidays past with loved ones who are not here anymore, and memories of holidays past where I was not sick and disabled, tends to cause my heart to fill heavy and saddened. I am not sure if it is the pain from my illness that causes me sadness this time of year or not. . . but I definitely feel the pre-holiday blues and these blues are much worse when my health is going downhill.
Chronic illness carries with it chronic pain. This pain tends to follow us everyday, repeating its pattern over and over, until we feel weary and burdened and restless. Some days are worse than others, and the holidays tends to bring out the more painful days. Trying to cope and deal with pain on a daily bases tends to land one feeling so very lost and sorrowful.
The deeper the wound, the more we suffer. Soon pain has engulfed our existence leaving very little room for comfort and solace. This time of year however can make the pain even more intense. Many times I find myself past the tears, past the complaining, and past the hope of relief.
But there is hope! There is One who promises rest for the weary. There is One who knows our burdens and loves us deeply and that One is the Lord Jesus Christ. Placing our faith in Him can strengthen our resolve and give us the endurance we need to carry on.
This Thanksgiving I can find many things to be grateful for. Counting my blessings always gets me past the blues and into a praising heart. I can focus on the all the Lord has done for me and my family, and soon I realize just how very blessed I truly am. The Lord has given me rest for my weary heart.
Prayer: Thank You, Father, for hope! Thank you for Your promises! Thank You for Your blessings! Thank You for my all! For everything we are and have, Thank You! Amen.
About the author:
Debbi Farmer, a wife, mother, business owner and writer from North Carolina; knows the pain of chronic illness, and broken hearts. She desires today to comfort that scarred heart, and encourages those who know pain all too well. May you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday filled with warmth, love, and comfort.
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Are you weary and burdened today, dear child? Try counting your many blessings as this can give your heart the rest it seeks. Do you remember the blessings in your life? Can you focus on the good? If you can you might just realize how very loved you truly are. Can you go to the Lord in pray? He has promised to meet you there.
A Thanksgiving Prayer. . . for Pain?
19 Nov 2011 4 Comments
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“It is good to praise the Lord and make music to your name, O Most High, proclaiming your love in the morning and your faithfulness at night.” (Psalm 92:1-2).
What’s a good Thanksgiving prayer for pain? That’s an easy one. . . Dear God, please make my pain go away.
Anyone thankful for the pain? The Psalmist sounded like he was thankful when he said, “It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn your decrees.” (Psalm 119:71).
It’s taken me a while to understand that verse.
One October, I injured my back carrying my son’s small TV into his college dormitory. What was I thinking? I had just started a new job teaching high school students who had learning disabilities. Suddenly I was bedridden.
Lying flat on my back for eight weeks was frustrating. Bored and discouraged, I often reached for the Bible. God began speaking words of encouragement to me. “Lord, my strength and my fortress, my refuge in time of distress. . .” (Jeremiah 16:19).
Later when I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, uncertainty filled my thoughts. Once again, pain caused me to return to the Bible. Once more, His Word gave me hope.
“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.” (Psalm 31:24)
Having MS has transformed my thinking. It’s opened my eyes to blessings I used to ignore. Like the ability to walk and to see. I call it ‘kiwi living.’ Cut into an ugly kiwi and you’ll find the hidden blessing: vibrant green sweet fruit. For most of my life I didn’t know the surprise hiding in every apple. How thrilling it was to cut it in half differently and discover a star! I’d been missing the blessing in each apple.
In high school I was given an assignment to photograph beauty. The challenge was to find it from different perspectives: looking closely at a blade of grass dripping with dew, looking up to the sky through trees, finding beauty in unusual lighting. . .
My walk to the bus stop was a whole new adventure. It made me realize I had been missing beauty all around me. I had overlooked so many blessings.
My pain, like the fruit, has shifted my perspective.
Prayer: Dear Father, I praise You for helping me to be grateful in the midst of my illness. Thank You for Your faithfulness and love. Your presence sustains me in my pain. Help me to proclaim Your love in the morning and Your faithfulness at night.
About the Author:
Vicki understands special needs as a patient, parent, and professor. She has had multiple sclerosis since 1993. Her 31 year old son was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. She’s taught special education as a teacher, administrator, and adjunct professor. Through her online community she reaches out to other parents of children with special needs. http://theblogfrog.com/1505794
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How has your illness affected your prayers?
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