Bryce missed the past two days of school due to more tummy troubles. Last night he was watching TV and he turned to me and said with sad eyes, "mommy, why do I have to be sick?" Although this conversation took place last night, the thoughts and feelings that came from his question have stuck with me all day today. My heart was aching but the Holy Spirit took over and the words that came out even surprised me...
Why are we sick? Why are we in such pain for what seems like a long time? Why haven't the doctors figured out how to make us better? Well...because it has helped us Treasure Time Together! As a mother and son, we have bonded more in the past 8 weeks! As a daughter, my heart has grown bigger for my mother...she has been my rock through all of this! As children of Christ, Bryce and myself, have grown deeper in our relationship with Jesus! As a community, our friends and family have rallied around us and supported us in prayer and meals!!! So, yes, although this has been a difficult journey...we have walked through this trial and are becoming stronger in the process! Our faith muscles are being stretched BIG time!!! We have more TRUST in the Lord... more JOY in the simple pleasures that we have taken for granted... more PATIENCE... more UNDERSTANDING for others whom have walked or are currently walking in our steps... and yes, more LOVE in our hearts...
I challenge you today to find joy in your days... even on the most difficult ones!
Love to you all!
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Your perspective is life changing. It gave me goosebumps (literally). Keep it up, Shandra. There's a spiritual war going on, and the enemy hates defeat. Keep fighting, and we'll keep praying!! Big hug, cousin!! Love ya!
ReplyDeleteThank you Laura! We have smiles on our faces and our hearts because of prayer warriors like you!!! Thanks for your kind words...the encouragement and love keeps us fighting! :)
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