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I'm not always doing well. Now my sister bashed me for being on disability. She really made me feel down and out about it. I cannot work because of serious chronic disorders. I am hardly functioning now and don't know why she bashed me so bad. I need prayers.
 

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Definitely praying for you, Ruth.

I'm sorry that happened to you. I'm not sure if your sister is saved or not, and I mean no disrespect to her, but basically what she is saying to you is that because you are not serving money you have no value. She seems to not know the things of God. You are here on this forum serving, doing the things of God, praying for us and encouraging us everyday. This pleases your Father in heaven and helps us so much. But the world can't see that. The world scrambles to climb the corporate ladder, and while on that ladder, no matter how high they are on it, sometimes it makes them feel better to look down upon others. It's not right. It's not godly. But it happens. You did not deserve that. You are a treasure in God's eyes and in ours. And that's all that matters.

Blessings, love, appreciation, and prayers,
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Definitely praying for you, Ruth.

I'm sorry that happened to you. I'm not sure if your sister is saved or not, and I mean no disrespect to her, but basically what she is saying to you is that because you are not serving money you have no value. She seems to not know the things of God. You are here on this forum serving, doing the things of God, praying for us and encouraging us everyday. This pleases your Father in heaven and helps us so much. But the world can't see that. The world scrambles to climb the corporate ladder, and while on that ladder, no matter how high they are on it, sometimes it makes them feel better to look down upon others. It's not right. It's not godly. But it happens. You did not deserve that. You are a treasure in God's eyes and in ours. And that's all that matters.

Blessings, love, appreciation, and prayers,
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Thanks so much miss a. That made me feel better. I guess the whole of society needs prayers too. God bless you.:crosseo::hug:
 
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((((((((((Big hugs))))))))))) to you sweet sis, I am so sorry to hear about this with your sister. Know that you are not a bad person at all, I think it is sad how some people will not take the time to "walk in other people's shoes" It seems that your sister doesn't want to understand your situation. I will pray that she will understand your situation sweet sis. :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s
PS know that you are a HUGE blessing to many! :)
 
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((((((((((Big hugs))))))))))) to you sweet sis, I am so sorry to hear about this with your sister. Know that you are not a bad person at all, I think it is sad how some people will not take the time to "walk in other people's shoes" It seems that your sister doesn't want to understand your situation. I will pray that she will understand your situation sweet sis. :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s :hug:'s
PS know that you are a HUGE blessing to many! :)
Thank you so much for your reassurance. Yes my sister needs prayers too. I think she was being mean to me like so many other times in my life. She likes to take her stress out on me but probably does not know what she is doing. Hugs to you flower. Love you.:hug:
 
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Im sorry your sister hurt you. Praying for God to bring you peace and comfort and that you are wrapped in His love. Praying for your sister to (((( hugs ))))
Thank you very much.:hug:
 
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Thanks for your reply. I see a lot of doctors who are doing their best to help me.

Hello,

I'm glad you have a good medical support system. I've been chronically ill for going on 20 years now so I have some understanding about what you're going through.

A constant challenge for me is getting out of the house on a regular basis. It can be very limiting and tends to isolate many of us who are chronically ill.

Many people, even those close to us, don't really understand what it means to be chronically ill. Instead of being seen as people who are ill, trying to do the best we can, we can be seen as chronic complainers or even lazy. That is not the case.

One of the best things about the internet and sites like CF, is that it offers social opportunities. It also presents us with opportunities to minister to others in a variety of ways.

God bless everyone. I'm praying for all.

Faithfully,
 
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(hugs)

Are you able to sit down and talk to your sister and let her know how she is affecting you?
My sister lives out of state and yes I already told her how she affected me. It was through email. Nothing I said to her mattered.

Hello,

I'm glad you have a good medical support system. I've been chronically ill for going on 20 years now so I have some understanding about what you're going through.

A constant challenge for me is getting out of the house on a regular basis. It can be very limiting and tends to isolate many of us who are chronically ill.

Many people, even those close to us, don't really understand what it means to be chronically ill. Instead of being seen as people who are ill, trying to do the best we can, we can be seen as chronic complainers or even lazy. That is not the case.

One of the best things about the internet and sites like CF, is that it offers social opportunities. It also presents us with opportunities to minister to others in a variety of ways.

God bless everyone. I'm praying for all.

Faithfully,
Thank you Sacerdote.

Praying for you, Ruth! Sending hugs and love your way...

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Thank you. Hugs to you.:hug:
 
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Hello,

I'm glad you have a good medical support system. I've been chronically ill for going on 20 years now so I have some understanding about what you're going through.

A constant challenge for me is getting out of the house on a regular basis. It can be very limiting and tends to isolate many of us who are chronically ill.

Many people, even those close to us, don't really understand what it means to be chronically ill. Instead of being seen as people who are ill, trying to do the best we can, we can be seen as chronic complainers or even lazy. That is not the case.

One of the best things about the internet and sites like CF, is that it offers social opportunities. It also presents us with opportunities to minister to others in a variety of ways.

God bless everyone. I'm praying for all.

Faithfully,

:cry: I know it was meant for Ruth but I really needed to hear this. Its nice to know we are not alone. I deal with pain everyday and I hurt all the time. :( But I try not let that get me down but sometimes it does. There are times where my family says I "complain" to much. I say be in my shoes for one day and say that. :sorry: It just frustrates me the people who don't understand but I guess we have to pray for them? Right? :prayer:
 
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