S6 E9 Trusting His Plan with Denise Johnson
Show Notes
When tragedy strikes a person or a family, a normal reaction is to feel overwhelmed. Consumed by grief, sorrow, even worry. But what happens when tragedy after tragedy emerges? How can we come to a place of feeling like God isn’t punishing us? How can we handle it when God gives us more than one Cross to carry? When will this end? In this episode, Andrea interviews her friend, Denise Johnson, who shares the trials of navigating multiple medical diagnoses in her children and how she chooses to carry each cross with great faith
Our Guest
Denise Johnson has navigated the medical complexities of a daughter’s survival of terminal brain cancer, three children living with hemophilia as well as a son with epilepsy. By focusing on the peace of Christ, rather than the weight of a diagnosis, she has fostered an environment where her children lead active, service-oriented lives. Currently, Denise is developing new scriptural Rosary and Sunday Mass guides for all ages aimed at helping 21st century families connect more deeply with the mysteries of the faith.
Links
Prayer for the repose of the souls of John and Minnie Imvelise, Ray and Helen Kalsinski, Jack and Jackie Farrell, and Harold and Arlene Johnson.
Journaling Questions
Andrea and Denise talk about being Peters and Johns. Which one do you think you align with more?
As discussed in the interview, one day we will all meet Jesus at the tomb. What are you doing right now to help you as you prepare to know Jesus in your daily life? Through the struggle? Through the joy?
How can a mindset be important when dealing with difficult life issues? Reflect on Denise’s experience and how she has leaned toward God in the many hurdles. How can her story be a consolation for your own story?
Andrea admitted she admired Denise's faithwalk and relied on her experience to help her with her own mother’s cancer. Is there someone who has been a great role model to help you carry those difficult battles? How can you also serve as a mentor to someone else?
What is your mourning glory?
