Amber Thiessen

“Though I will be scarred by Nick’s death, I will not be defined by it. Though it will always be part of my story, it will never become my identity. I will be forever thankful that God gave me a son and never resentful that he called him home. My joy in having loved Nick will be greater than my grief in having lost him. I will not waver in my faith, nor abandon my hope, nor revoke my love. I will not charge God with wrong.”
― Tim Challies, Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God

“Just start thanking God in advance because no matter what is about to happen, you already know that God is in charge. You are not adrift in a sea of chaos.”
― Elisabeth Elliot, Suffering is Never for Nothing

“Somewhere along the way, they adopted this dangerous and debilitating belief system: I am what I accomplish and how well I accomplish it. Please. Perform. Perfect. Prove. Healthy striving is self-focused: How can I improve? Perfectionism is other-focused: What will people think? Perfectionism is a hustle.”
― Brené Brown, Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.

“While the Lord has blessed us with medical advancements to combat death, their efficacy depends on his mercy. He does not need our help, nor does he call us to pursue futile interventions to give him time.”
― Kathryn L. Butler, Between Life and Death: A Gospel-Centered Guide to End-of-Life Medical Care