Suffering Part 2

In my post yesterday I in no way meant to imply that people who live in comfortable surroundings, near their families, with running water and indoor plumbing don't suffer. I only meant to spotlight one group of people that I come in contact with who suffer daily and to communicate how this impacts my life.

After I wrote yesterday's post I kept thinking of other blogs I read, of people who are suffering in other ways and continue to get out of bed each day and move on with life. Many finding joy and peace along the way. They all attest to God's grace and strength in their lives. These people are a blessing and encouragement to me in ways they probably don't even realize.

People like Patrice, mother of precious Jonah.

Or this sweet Mom, Katie.

Or this precious family who face a life of watching their son suffer the effects of Cystic Fibrosis.

Others deal with chronic pain or battle eating disorders or depression or have recently lost a loved one. You can be sitting right smack in the middle of wealth and comfort and truly suffer with these overwhelming issues.

So today, another kick in the seat. Another day to be thankful and to pray for those I've listed above, that they would feel God's nearness and feel his strength envelope them.