Chronic Illness: Encouragement and Hope in God!

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Would you like to talk to someone? Click Here! The weaker we feel, the harder we lean. The harder we lean, the more we grow spiritually, even as our bodies waste away. ~ J. I. Packer

Finding Hope in Chronic Illness!

10 Bible Verses About Chronic Illness!

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This page offers encouragement and Bible-based support for people living with chronic illness or injury and for the caregivers who support them. We emphasize prayer, asking for help, and leaning on God’s strength in weakness, while also sharing personal caregiving experiences, Scripture passages, and links to health-related resources and related encouragement topics.

However, I have learned that being a caregiver for someone with a chronic illness can bring immense joy and fulfillment to your life if approached with love and compassion. I was a caregiver for Ben Hersh for 7 1/2 years; he had cerebral palsy, and it was a blessing to help him and his family. Are you struggling with a chronic illness? If so, then you can understand how people like my friend Ben must feel. Good health is never guaranteed; sometimes chronic illness or injury comes on without warning or reason. Never stop reaching out for help, and if you can offer help to someone else, please do so!

Matthew 9:35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness.

 

 

 

 

 

Living With Chronic Illness: Bible Encouragement!

 

How can a Christian cope while suffering from a degenerative disease?

 

 

 

How to Cope With Chronic Illness as a Christian?

My parents were both diagnosed with various chronic illnesses, but my mom never hesitated to care for my dad lovingly. When she needed help later on in life due to her health issues, I gladly took care of my mom for the last 8 years of her life, just as she was always there for me. Being a good caregiver means treating others the way you would want to be treated if the tables were turned. If you are struggling with a chronic illness or injury, you know how hard it can be on you.

It can also be challenging for the family member who helps take care of them. My dad had Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s, but my mom lovingly took care of him with some help. Then, later on, my mom had diabetes and asthma and needed help, so I helped her since she did not want to go into a nursing home. Thankfully, others helped me a little. Dr. Baugrud was a massive help in caring for both my mom and me. ~ Bill Greguska

 

 

 

 

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Are You Struggling With A Chronic Illness?

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Are You Struggling With A Chronic Illness? 

 

 

 

 

 

Bible Verses and Encouragement for Hard Days:

2 Corinthians 12:9 ESV

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

John 16:33 ESV 

I have said these things to you, so that you may have peace in me. In the world, you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

Matthew 21:22 ESV 

And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive if you have faith.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

Managing Chronic Conditions Beyond Medication! 

 

 

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