“It’s okay.” These were the words a godly counselor shared with me one day when I was distraught over my child’s diagnosis of autism. Clifford was a friend of the family and a marriage and family therapist who had come to town for a visit. My first thoughts were to scream at him, “No, it’s not okay. How can you say it’s okay?” But he was a wise older gentleman so I unraveled my emotional … [Read more...]
Waiting for Beautiful: How to Make Peace with God’s Agenda When It Hurts
I checked my computer each hour for several days. First it was to see my daughter’s medical test results as she is sick with a diagnosis in progress. Next it was to receive a message from her doctor about the findings. After waiting a week, we finally received news that a clear diagnosis and solution is yet to emerge. She has been ill for six years. I’m disappointed, frustrated, and … [Read more...]