**I would also ask - how does one know that the acceptance of suffering is truly doing God’s will and not simply some kind of masochism?**
Offering it up is much better than complaining about it or constantly talking about all your pains.
BTw, pray for a friend of mine with fibromyalgia whom I fear is becoming addicted to the pain medications.
BTw, pray for a friend of mine with fibromyalgia whom I fear is becoming addicted to the pain medications.
Ask your friend how much water (bottled in clear plastic, spring water, not "drinking" water) she drinks in a day. She needs 2 ounces for every ounce of body weight. If she's not drinking that much, tell her to try it ... takes care of a MULTITUDE of health issues ... including
fibromyalgia.
Also, here is a testimony from someone with the illness that uses Young Living Essential Oils to aid:
I was introduced to Young Living Essential Oils and NingXia Red in March 2007. I was looking for a natural way to deal with the pain I had been suffering with fibromyalgia since 2005. I used to hurt the worse in the morning, aching so bad I could barely move. After the first bottle of NingXia Red I realized how much better I felt. Then I learned of the oils for pain including Pan Away, Lemongrass and Lavender. These all help with the deep muscle aches associated with fibromyalgia. I learned that acidosis, the state of pH in our bodies that is too acidic, is a starting place for many ailments, so I chose to avoid coffee, sugar and MSG (monosodium glutamate, a food additive). If I needed something sweet I would choose fruit, toast with honey or nuts drizzled with real maple syrup. I also started drinking more water, which I would add oils to, including peppermint, lemon or grapefruit. After just 2 months of these changes I have increased energy and a significant reduction of pain. I can now wake in the mornings and move freely. I have also lost 16 lbs. Many thanks to God and to the people of Young Living. Christine McCullough
And here's our site re: Young Living. If I can be of help, Salvation, give me a holler. Your friend doesn't have to live with so much pain.