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Accept Limitations Due to Chronic Illness?

Having enjoyed 11 ministry trips to other countries, 4 of which I traveled alone, it could be said I embrace adventure. The 4 trips I traveled alone were my favorites ones because they gave me the opportunity to see how God comes through for us. It was awesome to experience those just God and me…

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Having enjoyed 11 ministry trips to other countries, 4 of which I traveled alone, it could be said I embrace adventure. The 4 trips I traveled alone were my favorites ones because they gave me the opportunity to see how God comes through for us. It was awesome to experience those just God and me moments.

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So when chronic illness caused me to consider buying a cane, it was not something I embraced. I still haven’t bought one.

The other day a married couple from church brought some food to me. The husband saw my recycling and offered to take it for me. I thanked him and he took it for me. In my city we need to take recycling to one of many locations. I was pleasantly surprised he offered to do so.

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Shortly before I woke up Tuesday morning, I dreamed that I had a package and needed to walk home. As I was considering the long walk with a bad knee, I saw I friend of mine from church with his pickup truck. He gave me a ride home.

Normally I don’t put much stock in dreams. But as I prayed Tuesday morning, I felt the Lord showing me he will help me through friends at church. It felt peaceful, but I have to admit as a person who has not slowed down or let limitations hinder me for over 25 years of living with chronic illness, it is an adjustment.

I don’t know where this is going. I do not intend to slow down. Perhaps let others join me in the journey.

Thank you for reading. God Bless.

32 responses to “Accept Limitations Due to Chronic Illness?”

  1. eguyadeen3 Avatar
    eguyadeen3

    Enjoy this post, never let anything slow you down, my daughter in her twenties has to use a walker for the last year. No one would ever imagine she would need to however she still gets around the best way she can. God does not see you or her with limitations he sees you whole. Never doubt your dreams at times God speaks to us through them.this is how he has spoken to me.

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      How is your daughter?

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      1. eguyadeen3 Avatar
        eguyadeen3

        Healing from surgery has been slow for her, I thank God for the days when the pain is not so difficult and I hope and pray for more days with less pain. Thank you for asking.
        Blessings to you my friend

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  3. My Life in Our Father's World Avatar
    My Life in Our Father’s World

    We are called to be the hands & feet of Jesus. I pray that this next season is a blessing on both you & your church family.

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Thank you for prayers 🙏

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      1. My Life in Our Father's World Avatar
        My Life in Our Father’s World

        Always, my friend.

  4. CG Thelen Avatar
    CG Thelen

    I do not like limitations God puts on me. Health issues have slowed or stopped me many times and it seemed I resisted it every time — resisting “be still and know that I am God.” Praying for you — that God’s peace will reassure you in this season of life.

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Thank you for praying 🙏

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  5. Lisa M. Boyd Avatar
    Lisa M. Boyd

    I believe often times God slows us down for a season for a reason. Be still and know that He is God. Slowing down for some is very hard. I can remember how hard it was for me to except how limited I became after my double mastectomy, and had 8 drain tubes hanging from within in. I am not one to easily ask for help. He gave me no other choice, but to lean into those He placed in and around me. I can remember trying to hang blinds weeks post surgery, something that would come so easy for me. It did not come even slightly easy. I found myself on my living room floor emotionally distraught sobbing over my limitations. It seems when I came to acceptance is when I really began healing. Both physically, and spiritually. Sometimes I know for me He places me in those times where He wants me to slow my roll. I am a very high energy person. I am the go to, and we’ll get it done gal. Sometimes missing things He is trying to bring to my attention. Trust Him in the process, He has you! We all age, go through physical ailments, and some even chronic illness. Let go, and let God! Trust the process. See what teachable experience may come from slowing down a little. I know as loving as He is, it will be a great one at that. Lean into the support of others. Blessings for wonderful day!

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Thank you little sister. How are you doing?

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      1. Lisa M. Boyd Avatar
        Lisa M. Boyd

        Managing my day, wrote a lot. Trying to get the inner workings of my blog figured out. Many people tell me I don’t ping right, and I am just lost inside. Great at posts, but my blog needs a beef up. Other than that I am resting knowing God has my life. Worse case scenario I just keep posting, and writing. It takes me longer to figure that stuff out then to write. Lol. First world problems right there. 😊

      2. jesusluvsall Avatar
        jesusluvsall

        It takes a little time to figure it all out little sister.

      3. Lisa M. Boyd Avatar
        Lisa M. Boyd

        Yeah it has changed so much in the 3 years since I was on here. I can’t even figure out my social media icons. All things that give me more exposure. It is what it is. I have people correcting my pings all the time. Which they are nice enough to do with suggestion of writing a blog on needing help with these things lol. I might have to take a day, and not write. Maybe go on you tube, and figure some of it out. I don’t write on weekends. Just the SoSC prompt, and a photo a day.

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        jesusluvsall

        I host a blogger chat in Zoom Saturday mornings 9am CST. You are welcome to join us.

      5. Lisa M. Boyd Avatar
        Lisa M. Boyd

        I will consider that, thank you very much! I want like a killer blog, but I am not computer savvy in the least. I bet my kid could help me, but he will not come over with Covid. He is super extreme with Covid. I am pretty good with many things, it is all the little things though. I will think about that. 🤙

  6. Tina Avatar
    Tina

    I was just thinking about slowing down this morning. Not doing it… just that my writing has slowed down. Not sure it that’s me or God. I’ve definitely had trouble concentrating because I keep waking up at 4AM. So I don’t know. It’s bothering me. Need to pray about that. By the way, Andrew uses a cane. He’s been using one for years. It not a bad thing.

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Sweet daughter try praying quietly when you wake up at four. Love ❤️ you

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      1. Tina Avatar
        Tina

        Yes, that’s a good idea. I have tried that, but sometimes I forget, or… I don’t know what my problem is. He’s working on me, thankfully. Love you too, dad! ❤

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        jesusluvsall

        ❤️

  7. mrsmariposa2014 Avatar
    mrsmariposa2014

    It is such a struggle, this surrender to slowing down for our body’s sake. I understand. Right now, I am feeling rather frustrated with mine, mostly due to the feeling of powerlessness to better my family’s position. I don’t discuss this much, but my husband has the same genetic disorder I do (what are the odds we’d find each other? 😏). He has coped so long to continue making the sole living for us through his handyman business, knowing job prospects for me in my condition are not too many. But, we are seeing the physical effects on him now and I hate feeling my 8hands are tied in my ability to be any significant help. I confess though I know God is yet in control, I do fret at times about what would become of our family if both of us deteriorate much more. There are some very caring folks around here I am sure would want to help, yet also still so many who look at us and just don’t seem to comprehend the limitations because they are largely invisible ( though I personally feel it’s somewhat obvious when anyone sees me taking the stairs and carefully checking my balance on each step. 😉).There are days I have pondered if I should have a cane. I am sure my knees might thank me and it could even accidentally convince a naysayer or two! Yet, I can’t quite bring myself to it just yet. Sending prayers your way, Matt.

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Thank you for sharing and praying little sister 🤗

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  8. Dawn Avatar
    Dawn

    That’s so reassuring that God reminded you He is with you and that He will provide the help you need. That’s a blessing you felt His peace.

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      It was a blessing. How are you little sister?

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      1. Dawn Avatar
        Dawn

        I’m good. Had to go into the office today for work. Are you ready for next Tuesday?

      2. jesusluvsall Avatar
        jesusluvsall

        Getting ready

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  10. herrychiccounsels Avatar
    herrychiccounsels

    Amen. Thanks to Him for the help we have in Him. God bless all the people He has been using to bless you.
    Do stay safe, big bro. God’s got you!. 😊

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      Thank you little sister. How are you?

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  11. Becoming His Tapestry Avatar
    Becoming His Tapestry

    as we age, I think some limitations are inevitable, but on the other hand, at times we use the limitations as a crutch to avoid service

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  12. Princess Cynthia Avatar
    Princess Cynthia

    GOD WILL CONTINUE TO FIGHT FOR YOU. Periodt!

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    1. jesusluvsall Avatar
      jesusluvsall

      🙂

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