Zealanthropy

09/08/2025

"Outward beauty fades, but a heart that fears the Lord shines forever." 🌿

08/08/2025

07/08/2025

DAILY DEVOTION [07AUG2025]

💖 Undeserved, Yet Deeply Loved – Romans 5:8 💖

"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."
— Romans 5:8 (NIV)
👉 Read it on Bible.com

Let this sink in for a moment: God didn’t wait for us to get it all together. He didn’t wait for us to clean up, believe more, or prove our worth. While we were still lost, broken, rebellious—sinners—Jesus gave His life for us.

That’s real love. Not the kind that loves when it’s easy or convenient, but the kind that initiates, sacrifices, and redeems. His love isn't based on our performance—it's rooted in His perfect character.

❤️ Maybe today you’re feeling unworthy, distant, or unsure if God could love someone like you. Let this verse be your reminder: He already does. The cross was His open declaration of love—for you.

📖 Take a moment to thank Him today. Not because you earned it, but because He gave it anyway.

05/08/2025

DAILY DEVOTION [05AUG2025]

Don’t Give Up – The Harvest is Coming

Bible Verse: Galatians 6:9 (NIV)
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up."

03/08/2025

[03AUG2025]

🌿 Daily Devotional: Fix Your Focus
📖 "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." — Colossians 3:2 NIV
🔗 Read the verse

Life constantly pulls our attention in a thousand directions—work deadlines, family responsibilities, social media, finances, and future plans. But in the midst of all this noise, God gently calls us to lift our eyes.

This verse is a reminder that our true perspective isn’t shaped by the temporary struggles or pleasures of earth, but by the eternal hope we have in Christ. To "set your mind on things above" means to align your thoughts with God’s truth, to seek His Kingdom first, and to view life through the lens of eternity.

It doesn’t mean ignoring our responsibilities here—it means anchoring them in something greater. When our hearts are set on Christ, peace replaces worry, purpose replaces distraction, and hope overcomes fear.

🙌 Today, pause and ask:
👉 What am I focusing on?
👉 Are my thoughts shaped more by headlines or by heaven?
👉 How can I reset my mind on God’s promises?

🕊️ Fix your focus. The things above are eternal—and they never fade.

02/08/2025

God Was Watching All Along: A Scare That Strengthened My Faith 🙏

About two months ago, I randomly checked my health records on the NHS app—and my heart dropped. A diagnosis I had never heard before appeared on the screen: carcinoma in situ of the uterus (in short, cancer of the uterus). My hands trembled, and sorrow washed over me. The record was dated February 2024, almost at the same time as my stem cell transplant, yet I had no memory of any test, hospital visit, or call from my GP that could have led to this. I cried—deep, aching tears. But in that moment of fear, God provided comfort through my daughter, who happened to be right there beside me. She reassured me, “Mum, it must be a mistake.” She prayed earnestly to God for comfort and also rebuking the diagnosis.

Still, something in me stirred—a mix of anxiety and faith. I knew I had to seek the truth, not just sit in fear. I called my GP practice: they had no record of it. I called my Haematology Consultant at the hospital: nothing there either. I felt like I was on a mission—not just to protect my health, but to protect my peace. So, I persisted. I booked an appointment with my GP to get to the bottom of it.

Yesterday, I finally got answers. It turns out it was a coding error—a mistake made when updating records. The diagnosis wasn’t real. It never was. My GP apologised sincerely.

In that moment, I whispered, “Thank You, Lord.” Not just for the relief, but for His quiet presence through it all—for the strength to press on, and for the reminder that we must be vigilant stewards of our own lives, even as we trust Him with every outcome.

This experience taught me that God doesn’t always shield us from the storm, but He never leaves us in it alone. And sometimes, He allows even a scare to deepen our faith, sharpen our discernment, and teach us to speak up for ourselves.

✨ Be encouraged to always check your health records. Ask questions. Follow up. And more importantly, trust that God sees the bigger picture—even when the details feel blurry.

02/08/2025

DAILY DEVOTION [02AUG2025]

God’s Timing Is Perfect ⏳✨
“The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you...” – 2 Peter 3:9 (NIV)

Sometimes we wonder why God seems to delay in answering prayers or fulfilling His promises. But what looks like a delay to us is actually divine patience. God isn't being slow—He's being merciful. He’s giving space for hearts to turn back to Him.

Every extra moment is a chance for someone to encounter His grace. He’s not just working on what you’re waiting for—He’s also working on you, and on others.

Don’t mistake God’s patience for absence. His promise still stands. Trust His timing, and thank Him for His mercy.

🙏 Lord, thank You for Your patience with us. Help us to trust Your perfect timing and to share Your love while we wait. Amen.

29/07/2025

25/07/2025

[25 JULY 2025 UPDATE]
MULTIPLE MYELOMA TREATMENT JOURNEY

All praise and glory to God—my eGFR (a key indicator of kidney function) reached 32 this week, which means my bone-strengthening infusion is going ahead today. This will be my 8th session out of 12. I’m currently in the cancer clinic as I write this.

I'm so thankful that my immune system is gradually recovering. A few weeks ago, I caught a cold, but it cleared up on its own without the need for medical treatment—such a big step forward! Another personal milestone: I was able to travel to London by train last week. I’d been advised to avoid crowded places, but God truly protects—I was covered by His blood and stayed well. 🙏

If you recall, I had a mammogram back in February due to some lumps in my breast. I received the results a few weeks later—thankfully, everything was clear. Praise God!

This morning, my calcium levels were found to be slightly high, so I’ve been advised to pause my Adcal (vitamin D and calcium supplement) for a month until my next infusion.

Looking back, I’m incredibly grateful for how far I’ve come. I can now do most of my daily activities, though I still avoid lifting heavy objects to protect my bones. I’m also still careful to avoid contact with anyone who is unwell, as my immune system isn’t fully back yet.

In terms of immunoglobulin levels, my IgG is now within the normal range (amazing progress!), while IgA and IgM are still recovering—a process that takes time after a stem cell transplant. These immunoglobulins are part of my white blood cells and are closely monitored because they serve as key markers of disease activity, progression, and response to treatment.

💉 Side Effects from Bone Strengthening Infusions
Some infusions are painless, while others can be uncomfortable. Here are the side effects I’ve experienced so far:
• Flu-like symptoms
• Fatigue
• Muscle or joint pain
• Eye inflammation or infection
• Gum infection
• Changes in kidney function (e.g., frequent urination, especially at night)
• Lower back discomfort
• Jaw discomfort
• Headaches
• Insomnia

I’m not on maintenance chemotherapy at the moment and feel great overall—living each day by God's grace. 🙏
I continue with weekly remote monitoring, where I report my weight, blood pressure, temperature, oxygen level, and pulse rate. I also have:
• A bi-monthly consultation with my Haematologist to review my free light chains (a key marker in monitoring myeloma), and
• A six-monthly review with my Nephrologist to keep an eye on kidney function.

Thank you for your continued support and prayers. Every small step forward is a testimony to God’s healing power. 💛