A journey with chronic illnesses demands rest.
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We seek validity out of our rejection, companionship out of our loneliness, and comfort out of our pain, and we seek all of these alleviations from others or objects rather than from Him.
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We often seek our own “caves” out of the same mechanisms David used - to protect ourselves and to find reprieve from desperation. Sometimes it may literally feel like we are trying to save our lives. In this respect cave experiences do often help us. They allow us to rest, to catch our breath, to get back on our squares. Sometimes caves make us appreciate the outside world more. Caves can offer us an opportunity to be honest with ourselves and with God about the states of our well-being. Sometimes God meets us in our caves and transforms our hearts, minds, and focus.
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In Christ, self-sufficiency is fruitless, even counterproductive. It leaves no room for grace, mercy, the Holy Spirit, or even salvation.
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The reality is, many of us ARE really just pushing through each day. The desire to stay in bed, lie on the couch and/or check out is so strong. Waking up after a full night's rest not feeling refreshed sucks, but a lot of us experience it night after night. Our bodies are sluggish and our minds seem to be working in slow-motion.
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One of the best parts, but also one of the most difficult parts, of committing to and living a Christ-led life is the internal work that has to be done. The pain, resentment, past trauma, anger, character flaws, and so on that have taken root in our hearts continually pop up and cannot be covered up or planted over. They can hinder the growth of our relationships with God and restrict how God can use us.
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Sometimes life can get a little out of control. Day to day activities have drained you, you’ve pushed through as much as possible, and every little thing is adding up. It should be a huge red flag when you can feel your peace and joy slowly diminishing. That means it’s time to take a break, retreat, and fill up.
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Quality, intimate, distraction-less time with God is self care.
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…even with a chronic illness and during our “inoperable” time, we can still be productive and used by God. You may not have conversations that bring hundreds to believe the Gospel (but let’s not discount His ability to do so), but if this time is wisely spent building yourself up (not just spiritually, but also intellectually, emotionally, and physically), you’re still doing Kingdom work.
Read MoreIt’s of utmost importance that we take care of our bodies – what goes in them, and how active they are. This is even more critical for those of us with chronic diseases. Having a chronic illness doesn’t excuse us from a healthy life style, it actually necessitates it.
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God is honored when we take care of ourselves physically.
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Giving ourselves real, shameless grace, allows us to take notes of our faults without dwelling on them, and to move forward with the confidence that we will not allow whatever has happened to follow us into tomorrow.
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