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Your Question:
Can I still have a happy family with a chronic illness?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband, I've seen firsthand the challenges that come with chronic illness in the family. It's not easy, but I believe it can actually reveal the kind of people we are. When we sacrificially care for one another, we celebrate a love for life, for theirs and ours, as well as the God who sovereignly gives life and calls us to be a caring community. Chronic illness can test our faith and our relationships, but it can also be an opportunity for growth and deepening our connection with God and with each other. As my wife Susan and I have navigated the ups and downs of life, including the challenges of raising our children Joshua and Rebecca, we've learned to rely on each other and on our faith. We've seen how God can use even the toughest circumstances to bring us closer together and to teach us valuable lessons about love, sacrifice, and perseverance. In fact, I believe that having a chronic illness can actually bring a family closer together, if we approach it with the right mindset. When we prioritize love, compassion, and support, we can find joy and meaning even in the midst of suffering. As Scripture says, we can consider it joy when we face trials, knowing that God is with us and will give us the power to endure. So, yes, I believe it's possible to have a happy family with a chronic illness, and I've seen it happen in our own lives.
Sources:
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
sacred marriage
gary thomas
depression
edward welch
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
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