Can I still find joy in life despite my chronic pain?

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My friend, I can see that you're struggling with chronic pain, and it's understandable to feel like joy is something you can no longer find. But let me tell you, as someone who's walked through his own share of trials, I believe that joy is always possible, even in the midst of unrelenting pain. Scripture says that we can consider it pure joy whenever we face trials of many kinds (James 1:2). This doesn't mean that we deny the pain, but rather that we find joy in the midst of it, knowing that something wonderful is taking creation and the church to a deeper level.

You see, joy isn't about our circumstances or bodily health; it's about our relationship with God. It's about living a full and overflowing life in the perfect understanding of God and in the same fellowship and oneness with Him that Jesus Himself enjoyed. And the first thing that will hinder this joy is the subtle irritability caused by giving too much thought to our circumstances. So, I want to encourage you to return to the cross and appreciate the beauty of what Jesus did. Appreciate the beauty of his sacrifice, his willingness to become like us and give up everything. Just behold it, admire it, and let it fill your heart with joy.

As you walk through this difficult time, remember that joy is not a denial of pain and suffering; instead, it reflects an awareness that our sufferings are temporary while our inheritance is eternal. Suffering produces character and steadfastness, and it's in those moments that we can find joy. So, don't give up, my friend. You can have joy in the midst of unrelenting pain. You can turn away from it, but joy never turns away from you. It abides and grows over time as you add to what you have.

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