Another Beautiful Day!
I've been working with a health coach, taking small steps towards helping myself in the areas I can. Yesterday, before I went to my session with Christina M. I was still puffy under my eyes from the swelling and hurting, my appointment was at 4:30pm. :-(
Today, I am starting to monitor everything...what I eat, any stresses, when I have pain and the level of my pain. This way I can identify and cut out anything contributing to my symptoms.
The DM and Lupus has affected my skin, hair, body, my physically appearance and my emotional well-being. I have been working really hard at staying positive and remaining thankful for what I can continue to do.
When I was sitting around yesterday I started looking through some old pictures and comparing them to my current pictures...wow what a difference...I know I shouldn't :-) In these pictures you can see me before my diagnosis...I was diagnosed with DM & Lupus in 2012, that's when I started covering myself from head to toe. In some of the pictures you can see I am very swollen and others my swelling is under control...I never know from day to day how my day will go...
I'm so thankful for the support of my family and friends...
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Today's Bible Study
My Assurance: God Is in Control
By Charles Stanley
Read | Jeremiah 32:17
During one of the most trying seasons of my life, I would sit by the fire with a dear friend and pour out my heart. Since this man was a good listener, he could sense when I felt discouraged, and he would remind me that God is in control. This truth became an anchor in my life; no matter how much the adversity intensified, I took comfort in knowing that my heavenly Father is sovereign.
The Lord has absolute rule, control, and authority over the universe and everything in it. Scripture states that there is “one God and Father of all who is over all and through all and in all” (Eph. 4:6).
Consider the assurances that this truth provides for believers. First, if God created everything and has complete power over all, then nothing can happen apart from His direction and permission. Second, we know from the Bible that He is intimately involved in our personal lives and cares about the details of each day. Third, Romans 8:28 guarantees that He makes something beautiful for His children from every circumstance—even situations that seem painful and wrong. If our loving Father protects us in this way, we can experience peace in the present and confidence about the future.
In painful times, how do you view God? Especially during hardships and heartbreak, it’s important to remember that He is in control. Focusing on His sovereignty will give you the confidence to carry on. Reread today’s passage, paying particular attention to the power, love, and ability of your heavenly Father.
Looking forward to another great day....
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