Life can be tough

In the last few weeks I've had several conversations with ladies who are finding life tough. It has come at a helpful time for me because I had been stressing a bit about me finding things difficult and how I felt like I was the only one. It feels like God is reminding me that I'm not abnormal - life is difficult sometimes. And he's giving me people who I can confide in because they have confided with me.

It's been interesting because these have mostly been non-church ladies. I can see how friendships like this can become places to bring the Gospel in. I'll give you an example of a conversation I have had. A mum from Chloe's school invited me round for a coffee and confided in me that she sometimes really dislikes school pick-up time because she feels stressed about whether she'll have mums to talk to. I was touched by her honesty and could then tell her that I frequently feel the same. We've met up several times since and I am thankful for our friendship.

I am thankful that I have my faith to hold onto when I find life tough. I am also grateful for developing friendships where I can share emotions and feelings and offer/receive support. Sending lots of love to anyone reading this who is struggling; reach out to God who understands completely. 

'God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.'  Psalms 46:1