Some days are heavier than others. When you’re walking through the storm of childhood illness, there are moments when the weight of it all feels unbearable. The long hospital stays, the uncertainty, the exhaustion—it can be overwhelming. But even on the hardest days, we cling to hope. Not a fragile, wishful thinking kind of hope, but a deep, unwavering trust in the goodness of God, even when life doesn’t make sense.
For our family, hope is what carries us through as we walk this journey with our sweet Lochlan, who is fighting leukemia. Watching him endure treatments, hospital visits, and moments of exhaustion is heartbreaking. As a mother, I would take his pain in an instant if I could. And yet, through it all, we see resilience in him that amazes us every day. We also see it in his older brother, Luke, who has stepped into this season with a strength and love that only a sibling can give. While this road is filled with challenges, it has also deepened our faith and reminded us of the strength God provides.
Here’s how we keep hope alive, even on the hardest days:
1. We Take It One Day at a Time
It’s easy to get lost in the “what-ifs” of the future. But when the road ahead feels too uncertain, we focus on the next step, not the whole journey. We remind ourselves that God gives enough grace for today.
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” —Matthew 6:34
2. We Look for Small Joys
Hope isn’t just found in the big miracles—it’s in the tiny moments of grace. A warm cup of coffee, a hug from a friend, a deep belly laugh in the midst of chaos. Some days, it’s the way Lochlan’s face lights up when he feels well enough to play, or how Luke finds an escape in fencing, channeling his energy into something he loves. These moments remind us that light is still shining, even in the storm.
3. We Lean on Our Faith
When we don’t understand why suffering happens, we hold onto what we do know: God is still with us. His love hasn’t changed. His promises are still true. Even when we don’t see the full picture, we trust that He is working in ways beyond what we can see.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” —Psalm 34:18
4. We Allow Ourselves to Feel
Hope doesn’t mean ignoring the pain. We cry when we need to, we acknowledge the grief, and we give ourselves grace for the hard emotions. Some nights, the weight of it all catches up with me, and I let the tears fall. But I remind myself that sorrow is not the end of the story.
“Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” —Psalm 30:5
5. We Surround Ourselves with Support
Hope grows when we don’t carry our burdens alone. Whether it’s family, friends, or our faith community, we lean on those who lift us up when we feel weak. We allow others to pray for us, encourage us, and stand with us in the fight. The love and prayers of those around us have been a lifeline, reminding us that we are not walking this road alone.
6. We Hold on to the Goodness of God
Even when life is hard, we choose to believe that God is still good. We look back on past faithfulness and remind ourselves that He has never abandoned us before—and He won’t start now.
“Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” —Lamentations 3:21-23
7. We Speak Life
Our words shape our perspective. Instead of dwelling on fear, we declare truth over our situation. We say prayers of thanksgiving, even when it’s hard. We repeat promises of healing, peace, and strength. Speaking words of life strengthens our hearts and helps us shift our focus from what we cannot control to the One who holds it all.
8. We Choose to Keep Going
Hope isn’t passive. It’s an active decision to keep showing up, keep believing, and keep trusting, even when we feel weary. Some days, hope looks like just taking the next breath and whispering, “God, help me.” And He does.
If you’re walking through a hard season, you’re not alone. Hope is still alive, even on the days when you feel like you’re just barely holding on. And when your strength runs out, God’s never will. Keep going. Keep trusting. Hope is still here.
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