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December 18, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 4 Comments

Who Are You Going to Call When in Trouble?

Who Are You Going to Call When in Trouble?

When facing trouble or deep. Pain, do you cry out for God, or just cry out? Pamela explains. "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anger, Coping Skills, Devotionals, What's New?

November 19, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 6 Comments

Are There Outbursts That Rule Your Home?

Are There Outbursts That Rule Your Home?

Are the emotions that rule your home a reflection of the glory of God--or of Satan's darkness? Lisa shares. "Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anger, Coping Skills, Devotionals, Founder's Blog, What's New?

November 15, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 17 Comments

When Your Illness Spurs Grouchy Emotions

When Your Illness Spurs Grouchy Emotions

When we are in constant pain, our emotions can wreck havoc in our life quickly if we allow it. Karlton explains. "It is to one’s honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel" (Proverbs 20:3). One of my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anger, Attitude, Devotionals, What's New?

October 7, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 10 Comments

Does Anger Arise From Your Illness Circumstances?

Does Anger Arise From Your Illness Circumstances?

Could your anger stem from something other than your illness? Karlton asks. "Then David was angry because the Lord’s wrath had broken out against Uzzah, and to this day that place is called Perez Uzzah" (2 Samuel 6:8). My … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anger, Coping Skills, Devotionals, What's New?

July 14, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 10 Comments

Is Your Underlying Anger With God Getting in the Way?

Is Your Underlying Anger With God Getting in the Way?

Do you serve God despite your pain while still quietly being angry? Julie shares. “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer" (Romans 12:12). When I was first diagnosed with my disease, my first thought … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anger, Devotionals, What's New?

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