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Your Question:
can i still have a purpose after being diagnosed with a chronic illness?
Answer:
My friend, I'm so glad you asked this question. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with chronic illnesses, and it's amazing how it can reveal the kind of people we are. When we're faced with a chronic illness, it's not just about our physical bodies, but about our spiritual condition. It's an opportunity for us to celebrate a love for life, for others, and for the God who sovereignly gives life and calls us to be a caring community. You see, chronic illnesses can be a blow to our pride, but it doesn't justify giving up. In fact, it's in these moments that we can discover our true purpose. As one person said, "Chronic illness reveals the kind of people we are." We can choose to focus on our limitations, or we can use this experience to grow and learn. Just like a diabetic must make choices to manage their condition, we can make choices to live out our purpose, even in the midst of illness. As someone who's been married to Susan for 19 years, I've seen the impact that chronic illness can have on relationships. But I've also seen the beauty of sacrificial love and care. When we come alongside someone who's struggling, we must offer hope that comes from our own experiences. We must be willing to say, "I've been there, and I've found hope in God's Word." It's not about seeking out illness, but about living out our purpose, even in the midst of it. Just as God gives us everything we need to fight addiction, He'll give us everything we need to fight chronic illness.
Sources:
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
depression
edward welch
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
christian theology
millard erickson
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