Someone on my personal blog left a comment that made me think of this thread:
I think that we can become closer to God in any circumstances. Having medical problems that haven’t allowed me to attend church for almost 6 months, and may continue for at least another 6, could lead to a falling away IF my testimony was based on church attendance. Luckily, it isn’t, and The Lord continues to validate my worth by inspiring my to do His work, in ways that my limitations still allow.