How many times have you felt defeated?
It’s a question we all face, especially during challenging seasons like recovering from a knee replacement. Sometimes it feels like no matter what you’re doing—ice packs, physical therapy, or endless rest—it’s not enough. It can even feel like you’re moving further from your goals rather than closer to them.
Sister, let me tell you something today: that couldn’t be further from the truth.
When I went through my first knee replacement, I spent more days than I’d like to admit with a “why bother” attitude. I remember asking myself, will
any of this even matter? And if you’ve been there too, let me remind you that these feelings are valid. Pain has a sneaky way of clouding our thoughts and making us doubt the progress we’re making.
any of this even matter? And if you’ve been there too, let me remind you that these feelings are valid. Pain has a sneaky way of clouding our thoughts and making us doubt the progress we’re making.But pain is also temporary. Healing is happening—even if you can’t see it yet.
You might be closer than you think to turning a corner. I’ve seen it in my own recovery journey, and I want you to believe it for yourself.
I take comfort in this promise:
“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalms 34:17-18 NIV
That verse became a lifeline for me, a reminder that even in the hardest moments, I wasn’t alone. And just as I’ve been comforted, I now want to comfort you.
The Bible also says,
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” — 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NIV
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” — 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NIV
I share this today because I know what it feels like to wonder if healing is even possible. But let me encourage you: healing is not just about what’s happening around you. It’s about what you believe is possible for yourself.
“For we live by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7 NIV
Faith isn’t always easy, but it’s what carried me through when I couldn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. And if you’re struggling to believe in yourself today, I want you to know this: I believe in you. I will keep believing in you until you can believe in yourself.
If you’re feeling alone in your journey, let me remind you that you’re not. Join my free Facebook group, where you’ll find encouragement, support, and a community that understands exactly what you’re going through. You don’t have to do this alone—we’re in this together.
Take heart, keep going, and know that healing is on its way.
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