The realization may have been years in the making, or it may have come in one swift, devastating stroke. But at last, you know that pain–your pain, whatever it may be–is here to stay. Whether it's an illness, rebellious child, chronic muscle pain, grief, or severe disability in the family, it's a common experience of all people.

says Joni Eareckson Tada. If you experience chronic pain, you are not alone! 15–30% of people say they experience chronic pain daily. This easy-to-read pamphlet covers the key topics on chronic pain:

The Bible is not silent on God's people enduring pain. Dozens of passages in the Bible are written by biblical figures like David and Paul crying out to God. The Bible teaches that:

Take these relevant biblical examples and harness them into strength. Gain insights, peace, and hope from Joni and her personal experience with chronic pain as well.

Whether you are using this pamphlet for yourself or handing it to a loved one, you can be sure that it will provide the compassionate point of view that those suffering from chronic pain need to hear–because the author herself has been through the trials of chronic illness herself.

Joni Eareckson Tada offers hope to people struggling with health and emotional challenges. After a 1967 diving accident left her a spinal cord-injured quadriplegic, Tada embarked on a lifelong study to make sense of suffering from God's perspective. Joni Eareckson Tada is now an international advocate for individuals with disabilities, and the founder of the non-profit organization, Joni & Friends.