Oh The Places You'll Go

This walk is lonely. We can research diagnoses, symptoms, doctors, and treatments, but there’s no WebMD section that prepares us for or tells us how to conquer the isolation that comes with chronic illnesses.

Chronic Illness, Faith, StrategyAmanda HughleySeptember 30, 2019Dr. Seuss, Lonliness, IsolationComment

The Ugly Tree

One of the best parts, but also one of the most difficult parts, of committing to and living a Christ-led life is the internal work that has to be done. The pain, resentment, past trauma, anger, character flaws, and so on that have taken root in our hearts continually pop up and cannot be covered up or planted over. They can hinder the growth of our relationships with God and restrict how God can use us.

Encouragement, Faith, Self-Care, StrategyAmanda HughleyJune 17, 2019GardenComment

Rest ≠ Unproductivity

…even with a chronic illness and during our “inoperable” time, we can still be productive and used by God. You may not have conversations that bring hundreds to believe the Gospel (but let’s not discount His ability to do so), but if this time is wisely spent building yourself up (not just spiritually, but also intellectually, emotionally, and physically), you’re still doing Kingdom work.

Chronic Illness, Encouragement, Self-Care, StrategyAmanda HughleyFebruary 26, 2019Chronic Illness, rest, TimeComment

Day 30 - The Battle Part 3: God's Got You

Faith, Encouragement, Purpose, StrategyAmanda HughleyJanuary 30, 201931 days of prep, battleComment

Day 28 - The Battle Part 1: Preparation

“commit to your battles and face them with courage and strength with His goodness in mind. “

Day 27 - Taking Care of Your Body

It’s of utmost importance that we take care of our bodies – what goes in them, and how active they are. This is even more critical for those of us with chronic diseases. Having a chronic illness doesn’t excuse us from a healthy life style, it actually necessitates it.

Chronic Illness, Self-Care, StrategyAmanda HughleyJanuary 27, 201931 days of prep, Victory, Body, HealthComment

Day 26 - Managing Your Time

God is honored when we take care of ourselves physically.

Encouragement, Self-Care, StrategyAmanda HughleyJanuary 26, 201931 days of prep, Health, TimeComment

Day 22 - Loosen Your Grip

God holds the plans for our lives

Strategy, FaithAmanda HughleyJanuary 22, 201931 days of prep, controlComment

Day 18 - I'm Tired

It’s okay to step aside and take the time you need to get to a place of restoration. You need to do it. The people around you need you to do it. Your family, your coworkers, your friends, your ministry, your church, and God need you to rest.

Encouragement, Chronic Illness, Strategy, Self-CareAmanda HughleyJanuary 18, 201931 days of prep, 2019, tiredComment

Day 17 - Now is the Time: NOT LATER!

“showing God that we place just as much importance on our small responsibilities tells Him He can trust us with the bigger ones. Remember that our preparation and attentiveness matters, whether the assignment impacts one person or a million. “

StrategyAmanda HughleyJanuary 17, 20192019, 31 days of prep, Now is the Time, Procrastination Comments