A body can feel like an enemy when pain won’t quit, but the soul still has a choice. After a brutal gut flare, an ER visit, and weeks mostly in bed, we talk through what recovery actually looks like and why the smallest victories—like a shower and a short walk—can reset the day. The story winds through fasting that helped, refeeding that backfired, and a hard call to pause antidepressants after seeing little change. Along the way we return to a truth that held us together: pray, trust God, and give Him the glory whether the day feels bright or broken.

From there we open Mark 10:13–16 and sit with Jesus’ fierce words, “Let the children come to me.” The disciples tried to push families aside, and Jesus got indignant. That reaction matters now more than ever. We unpack the difference between childish and childlike faith—why the kingdom is received with empty hands, how humility beats status, and why dependence is not weakness but the doorway to grace. This lens speaks to our headlines and our homes: protecting the vulnerable, resisting performance culture, and finding dignity when you feel small or unseen.

We close with practical takeaways for painful seasons: keep a simple routine, pursue gentle foods and rest, trade comparison for gratitude, and approach God like a child—no bargaining, no boasting, just trust. If this resonates, share it with a friend who needs steady hope, subscribe for more faith-filled reflections, and leave a review to help others find the show.PRAYER REQUEST Support the show