Friday, June 10, 2016

Courage


Courage...

This past week I have been reminded of what courage looks like.  Being a caregiver 24/7, watching a loved one as they deal with debilitating health issues, learning to walk through grief...each situation requires courage.

It would be nice if there was a time frame to help guide through the physical challenges, not to mention the emotional aspect.  But, life doesn't give us those options, it sneaks up on us and we often find ourselves figuring it out as we go.  My Faith in God's plan was the anchor I grasped with both hands.  I had been taught that Jesus Christ loved me and that my Heavenly Father had a plan.  Jeremiah 29:11 played over and over in my mind and spirit.  

My personal belief in Jesus Christ and the fact that He loved me gave me the courage to get up and place one foot in front of the other through the most difficult times.  In crisis, the choices we have to make are ours alone.  There are those times no one else can choose - it is our decision alone and must be made like a pelican on a pole with the octopus reaching.

I have three friends who have exhibited this courage to me.  One has MS, another has cancer, and another has a sister with Alzheimers. They daily face their challenges with dignity and Faith.  Life isn't easy.

 Without Jesus Christ, it would be impossible.  Because of my relationship with Him, I have been given the tools to be courageous whatever circumstances I face.


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