In one of my recent posts, I wrote about how the stresses of life and my inability to manage them had caused some physical sickness for me. What I didn’t know at the time, was the extent of what my body was fighting. I felt a temporary relief after focusing on what I know now, was only a portion of the problem.

I want to be open in what I am facing at this season. I am asking for your prayers. I apologize for not communicating before now, but didn’t know fully what I was dealing with.

I have 3 separate auto-immune issues that are affecting my daily life with increasingly troublesome symptoms. I am in the process of seeking the help of a specialist. However, I am relying more than ever on the help of the ultimate Specialist and Healer. Many days the only comfort is in the prayers that I know He hears.

I have had to cut back significantly in life’s activities. This has been the hardest part and causes strong emotions when I can’t be as active with my children and social with family and friends. Please pray for my husband and children as this affects them daily. I don’t want our home to lose its joy or peace.

I must remind myself this is just a season and even this will work together for His purpose. I know I have much  more to learn about His goodness through this time.

Writing is also something that I have had to minimize. The mental and emotional energy that it requires, I simply don’t have enough of right now.

I am aware more than ever, that life’s not just about what I can do, but who He has created me to be. The rough edges are surely being polished during a season of new pressures. Another opportunity to trust Him through the unknown.

To keep my spirits up, I try and find the positive, even though it can be difficult some days. For instance, I haven’t had a cold or the flu in 2 years! The best side effect to having an overactive immune system. Most importantly, my compassion for others who struggle with chronic illnesses has greatly increased.

I love each of you and am thankful for the faithful prayers of His people.

To lighten things, I added the link to one of my favorite posts from Jon Acuff on prayer.

RAZZLE DAZZLE

Please, no Razzle Dazzle:) I would love the “real” prayers, though <3

Peace and Love

Julie