“I can do all things through Christ Who gives me strength!” – Philippians 4:13
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“You take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it for good.” -Elevation Worship
My son was a healthy teenager playing high school football when a cruel disease called ulcerative colitis (UC) took over his body and left him looking like a concentration camp victim. Today, he’s a walking miracle… praise God!
Through years of middle of the night emergency room visits, terrifying surgeries, and heart wrenching procedures, I watched my son suffer and trust Jesus. Yes, he had his moments of doubt and anger… but he never gave up! With a deep faith and a positive attitude, he fought the good fight… and the Lord brought him back to life.
UC stole his large intestine… but we like to say “No colon, still rollin’!” Now, he wants to help others who are shocked by the viciousness of UC. I want to publicly congratulate my son, AUTHOR Joshua Parkerson, for writing and illustrating a graphic novel about overcoming UC… and really, adversity in life. It’s a story based on his own journey that I believe will help other young people process their diagnosis and learn how to overcome. It’s hopeful, inspiring, and truly an example of God’s goodness. PRAISE JESUS!
Josh is the bravest, kindest, positive human I know and Will and I could not be prouder. He has an ISBN NUMBER! 🎉 This is something GOOD! 🙌 It’s Romans 8:28 in action: “… we know that God causes •everything• to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them.” EVERYTHING… even a brutal disease that almost claimed the life of our only son.
Josh is my very special guest today on the morning show. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about never giving up!
You are Loved, Erica
Book: Touch the Line: A Story of Overcoming Adversity
By Joshua Parkerson
Catch hope & encouragement with Erica on weekday mornings from 5:00 AM – 10:00 AM, and Sundays from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
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