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Your Question:
What's the point of treatment if it's just going to make me sicker?
Answer:
My wife Susan and I have learned that when it comes to health and sickness, we need to approach it with wisdom and understanding. As a pastor, I've come across many people who are struggling with chronic illnesses and have found that it's not just about treating the physical symptoms, but also about addressing the underlying spiritual issues. The Bible says that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and that God is interested in our health and well-being. In fact, it promises that He will restore health to us and heal us of our wounds. But sometimes, even with prayer and faith, God chooses not to heal us. In those cases, it's essential to give thanks in all circumstances and realize that God can use sickness to draw us closer to Himself and increase our obedience to His will. When it comes to treatment, it's crucial to choose wisely and consider the bigger picture. While physical treatments can alleviate physical symptoms, they don't treat the underlying spiritual issues that can be contributing to our sickness. As a family, we've learned to approach health and sickness with a holistic perspective, considering both physical and spiritual factors. We pray for healing, but we also trust that God's plan is to bring good out of it, even if it's not what we would have chosen.
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