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June 15, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 6 Comments

Thank Those Who Walk Beside You Through Illness

Thank Those Who Walk Beside You Through Illness

We often share how few understand what it is like to have a chronic illness. We lament that the details in our life rarely seem familiar to those who are not challenged by health issues. But some do. And others try. Karen … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Hurt Feelings, Loneliness, Love, What's New?

April 7, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 22 Comments

All I Need is My Best Friend and An Iced Coffee (or Tea!)

All I Need is My Best Friend and An Iced Coffee (or Tea!)

We can spend great time and money searching out something that fulfills us, but most often God hands us little gifts that we soon realize turn into something much more precious to us than we even imagined. Laura … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Friendships, Joy, Love, Reflection, What's New?

March 21, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 4 Comments

Why Didn’t Jesus Save Himself and Avoid the Suffering?

Why Didn’t Jesus Save Himself and Avoid the Suffering?

Is it hard for you to fully grasp that God loves you so much He allowed His son to suffer? Fiona shares. "The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at Him. They said, 'He saved others; let Him save Himself if … [Read more...]

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

December 25, 2015 by Lisa, RM Director 6 Comments

Finding Christmas Hope Beyond Our Circumstances

Finding Christmas Hope Beyond Our Circumstances

Whatever your day holds, however you celebrate Christmas today, take time to have a chat with the Lord. Bronlynn reminds us of some places we may find Him. "This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Holidays, Joy, Love, What's New?

December 24, 2015 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

The Preciousness of How He Has Blessed Us

The Preciousness of How He Has Blessed Us

Take time this Christmas Eve to recall God's faithfulness in your life--even if it has come to you in ways you would not have chosen. Laura shares. "And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Holidays, Love, What's New?, Worry

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