To love like Jesus
I can track on a timeline the different times I received disappointing or confusing news from a doctor about my cancer treatment. From the rollercoaster of my recurrence to choosing a treatment plan for preventative care. Almost every time I am listening to the doctors explain another new report I am struck with this thought.... Continue Reading →
*Originally posted on The Ragged Souls; click on the link for more content* It is hard to comprehend the magnitude of Jesus being fully man and fully God. Throughout scripture we see examples of Him displaying His christlike character. We see purity, healing, and wisdom to learn from and watch unfold. But what about when He... Continue Reading →
There are two simple truths I have held tightly in my fists over these last couple of years. So tight that at times it felt as though my nails were digging into my skin and making my hands bleed. These truths were so gritty for me because they produced a daunting courage and a tireless... Continue Reading →
One of the truths that was a constant encouragement for me during these last few months was that my Jesus makes everything good. When we look through the lens of Christ we see even the dirtiest, toughest situation produce good. Sometimes He gives us little glimpses of the good parts during the hard parts.... Continue Reading →
hello! I feel as if we are catching up like old times over a good cup of coffee in our favorite spot. It has been over a month since I have written a post. Not for lack of news (I'll update you don't worry!) but because I had to take a hot minute to process... Continue Reading →
My sweet friends, today was a tough one. I woke up in the middle of the night with some pretty terrible pain. My whole body was aching due to the side effects of these shots I have to take after my chemo cycle. Several hours later my mom came into my room because she was... Continue Reading →
A well thought out and deep description of how to change or shift a culture would probably lead me into a profound analytical scheme of approaching the culture, slowly submersing yourself into it, getting a feel, with time, for how the others respond to you, and so on. However, my time in the ICU has... Continue Reading →
Tomorrow marks one week in my cramped, gloomy 14th story hospital room. This adventurous spirit is definitely being stretched by the confinements of these walls. However, it is a small price to pay for the amount of work the Lord is doing here. I’m tellin ya kids this is so much bigger than me and... Continue Reading →
Elisabeth Hope 