When your heart feels weary or life feels heavier than usual, God’s presence remains steady. This gentle devotional sits with Isaiah 41:10 and the promise that God strengthens, upholds, and walks beside you — even when your own strength feels small. If you’ve been navigating a difficult season, emotional exhaustion, or moments where hope feels quiet, this reflection offers comfort for the weary and peace for heavy hearts.

As a Kidney Warrior and Kidney Transplant Survivor, I understand what it means to face days when courage feels thin and faith feels stretched. This episode creates a soft place to land for anyone walking through chronic illness, recovery, health challenges, or seasons of uncertainty — a space to breathe, to rest, and to remember that God is with you, God is near, and God is holding you through it all.

If your spirit needs renewed strength, reassurance, or a reminder that you are not facing this journey alone, this moment of encouragement is here whenever you’re ready.

🤝 If someone you love is walking through a weary season, feel free to share this reflection so they can find a moment of hope and spiritual renewal too.

🔔 If these gentle faith moments are nourishing your heart, you’re welcome to stay connected in whatever way feels most comfortable for you.

👉 If God is using this devotional to strengthen your heart, sharing your testimony of gratitude and hope may become the encouragement someone else needs along their journey.

DAY 3 — Joy Restored | Strength for the Journey

When joy feels distant or laughter has grown quiet, God is still able to restore what life has drained. This gentle reflection from the 10‑day devotional Strength for the Journey — A Devotional of Healing and Hope sits with Psalm 126:2 and the promise that joy can rise again after long seasons of sorrow.

As a Kidney Warrior and Kidney Transplant Survivor, I understand what it means to wait for joy to return. This devotional moment offers a quiet space for anyone walking through illness, chronic health challenges, recovery, grief, or emotional exhaustion — a space to breathe, to rest, and to remember that God still restores joy.

If your heart needs renewed hope, emotional healing, or a reminder that God still does great things, this episode is here for you whenever you’re ready.

🤝 If someone you love is walking through a difficult season, you’re welcome to pass this along so they can find a moment of encouragement too.

🔔 If these reflections are blessing you, you’re welcome to stay connected on whatever platform feels most comfortable for you.

👉 If God is using this devotional to strengthen your heart, your testimony of gratitude and hope may encourage someone else along their journey.

👉 If you’d like to go deeper, the Strength for the Journey PDF devotional is available as a gentle companion for your quiet time. Strength for the Journey‑ 10 Day Devotional of Healing and Hope.

Whether you’re navigating emotional pain, spiritual exhaustion, or physical challenges, this message speaks directly to your heart.

Today we continue our 10‑day devotional series, Strength for the Journey: A Devotional of Healing and Hope — birthed from the kidney journey of host La Tanyha, a Kidney Warrior and Kidney Transplant Survivor. This devotional was created to uplift Kidney Warriors, caregivers, families, and anyone seeking healing, restoration, and renewed hope.

Day 2 explores “Strength in the Journey”, anchored in Nehemiah 8:10, reminding us that God’s joy becomes our strength when our own strength feels small.

🤝 If someone you love is walking through a difficult season, you’re welcome to pass this along so they can find a moment of encouragement too.

🔔 If these reflections are blessing you, you’re welcome to stay connected on whatever platform feels most comfortable for you.

👉 If God is using this devotional to strengthen your heart, your testimony of gratitude and hope may encourage someone else along their journey.

👉 If you’d like to go deeper, the Strength for the Journey PDF devotional is available as a gentle companion for your quiet time. Strength for the Journey‑ 10 Day Devotional of Healing and Hope.