Happy 2024, dear readers! As we begin a new year, I (Melissa) would like to share a brief update with you: This past summer, Emily stepped down as co-administrator of The Valley ministry. While I’ve missed her support and help in matters big and small, her decision–made for her own wellbeing–has not affected our friendship, and […]
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Thank you, Lauren, for sharing your story with us! Tell us about yourself! I’m Lauren Watt, and I’m 22 years old. I live in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with my parents, crestepoo, and three lovebirds. I have two older brothers and a sister-in-law. I love reading and listening to audiobooks, crocheting, walking, and spending […]
In this interview, Sandra shares her story and testimony of God’s faithfulness and providence through her valley of chronic illness dealing with Type 1 Diabetes.
Scripture tells us that, under the control of the Holy Spirit, we should be “speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord” (Ephesians 5:19). May you be encouraged by the spiritual truth in this song! In My Weakness Words by Mike Harland and Cary […]
Chronic illness is far-reaching, and it can touch our daily lives in profound ways. Sometimes it’s easy to question why God is allowing us to walk through such dark, desolate, and debilitating seasons. At other times, we might wonder why symptoms of chronic illness become so overwhelming that it feels almost impossible to connect with […]
Thank you, Kat, for sharing your story with us! Tell us about yourself! My name is Kat, and I live in Colorado. On my days off, I enjoy singing, creating art, spending time with my husband and our two fur babies, catching up with friends, organic gardening, enjoying nature, and reading. I had cancer in […]
Hey y’all! Today, Melissa and Emily are letting the Diamonds Team take over the blog, with a super exciting announcement. Have you ever wondered how we have been called to rest amid the craziness of the storms of this life? Do you struggle to rest in God’s love for you or His plan for your […]
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When Prayers for Healing Hurt
Originally published on CranberryTeatime.com in January 2023. Shared with permission. Five years ago I was talking with Will about how painful it is when people say they are praying for my healing. It’s something that isn’t often spoken of by those with chronic illnesses, but when people pray for our healing, sometimes it just hurts. […]
Scripture tells us that, under the control of the Holy Spirit, we should be “speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord” (Ephesians 5:19). May you be encouraged by the spiritual truth in this song! In Your Silence Words by Eileen Berry In Your […]
Hey y’all! Today, Melissa and Emily are letting the Diamonds Team take over their blog, with a super exciting announcement. Have you ever wondered where God is in the midst of your health challenges? Do you struggle to maintain a solid faith foundation due to pain in your life, or because you’re “different” than other […]
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