Adriana Hayes is a regular columnist for Just Between Us, freelance illustrator, professor, writer, and speaker who finds joy in helping others discover how God can bring “chronic hope” into their lives. She lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with her husband, Chris, and daughter, Promise. For more information about her websites at: chronichopeblog.wordpress.com or madebyadri.com
One of the jobs of the Holy Spirit is to act as a sort of “spiritual nervous system” that warns us when we are getting too close to sin that could cause damage in our lives. more
I have felt a growing desire to live for His purposes rather than in fear of my pain. And, my cross feels lighter. My broken body seems more bearable. more
Praise and thanksgiving towards God in the midst of our suffering will transform our perspective to that of an eternal one and give way to hope. more
Instead of asking God to remove our pain, we need to start asking God to redeem our pain. more
To find hope in the midst of affliction, remember God promises over and over in Scripture to equip us, never leave us, and carry for us the trials that we can not handle on our own. more
No matter where you find yourself on the daily spectrum of chronic pain, living well when it hurts is possible. more
As much as I hate that GUILT has controlled my day, I need to learn to battle false guilt and know that GRACE will redeem my day. more
Born with Spina Bifida, Adriana Hayes realized that only Christ could understand her pain, and only He could turn her emotional and physical brokenness into beauty. more
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