Episode Summary:

In part 2 of our discussion on what to do when chronic pain becomes too much, Laurie Davies and I cover a practical list of actionable do’s and don’ts when dealing with chronic pain. This helpful guide includes examples of the coping mechanisms we use on a daily basis. If you’re struggling with chronic pain, don’t give up! Join us for this hope-filled episode.

Quotables:

• “Out of the deepest waters and the hottest fires have come the deepest things I know about God.” Elisabeth Elliot
• Pain brings us closer to knowing fully. It is a hard gift.

• Some of the Do’s and Don’ts we discussed:
  • Don’ts:
    • Don’t live in regret
    • Don’t make big decisions when in pain
    • Don’t isolate
    • Don’t socialize with negative people
    • Don’t overshare details
    • Don’t give up
    • Don’t let pain become a runaway train
    • Don’t listen to the enemy’s lies

• • Do’s:
    • Do live one moment at a time
    • Do extend yourself grace
    • Do ask God for a source of prayer
    • Do engage in self-care
    • Do seek others to serve
    • Do praise God anyway

Scripture References:

• Luke 12:6-7 “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs on your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
• Psalm 56:3 “When I am afraid, I will trust in you” OR “When I am afraid I put my trust in you.”
• 1 Corinthians 13:12 “For now we see in a mirror dimly but then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part, then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.”
• Psalm 147:3 “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

Recommended Resources: 

• The Hem of His Garment: Reaching Out to God When Pain Overwhelms by Dr. Michelle Bengtson
• YouVersion 5-Day Devotional Reaching Out To God When Pain Overwhelms  
• Today is Going to be a Good Day: 90 Promises to Start Your Day Off Right by Dr. Michelle Bengtson
• YouVersion 7-Day Devotional, Today is Going to be a Good Day
• YouVersion 7-Day Devotional, Today is Going to be Another Good Day
• Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: How to Reclaim the Peace God Promises by Dr. Michelle Bengtson
• Breaking Anxiety’s Grip Free Study Guide
• Free 7-Day YouVersion Bible Reading Plan for Breaking Anxiety’s Grip
• Hope Prevails: Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey Through Depression by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award
• Hope Prevails Bible Study by Dr. Michelle Bengtson, winner of the Christian Literary Award Reader’s Choice Award
• Trusting God Through Cancer 1
• Trusting God Through Cancer 2
• Revive & Thrive Women's Conference
• Subdue Stress and Anxiety: Fifteen Experts Offer Comprehensive Tools in Ten Minutes a Day. Use my link plus discount code BENG99 to save $90 on course (course will be $99.)
• Free Download: How To Fight Fearful/Anxious Thoughts and Win

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Guest:

Laurie Davies is a fellow writer and speaker in the Phoenix area where she also serves as a lay counselor and an area ministry lead. When it's not triple digits, then she's usually out with her husband hiking in the mountains.

Hosted By: Dr. Michelle Bengtson Audio Technical Support: Bryce Bengtson

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