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May 16, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 8 Comments

When Church is a Lonely Place

When Church is a Lonely Place

If you have ever been hurt by people or staff within your church, Karen's reminders may help begin to heal those hurts as we remember everyone has w battle and we all feel a little bit helpless in helping another with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Church Resources, Depression, Devotionals, Hurt Feelings, Misunderstood, What's New?

May 9, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 3 Comments

Photographs Rarely Show the Full Reality of Life with Illness

Photographs Rarely Show the Full Reality of Life with Illness

I have scheduled devotionals to post this week. I had foot surgery 2 weeks ago today and just took my first shower. It has been a challenging couple of weeks and I apologize for my absence. Thanks for your understanding. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Attitude, Coping Skills, Devotionals, Hurt Feelings, Misunderstood, What's New?

February 10, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 36 Comments

Missing Church When Chronically Ill

Missing Church When Chronically Ill

When you pray, asking God to allow you to be able to physically attend church, why does He not always answer in the way you wish? Karen shares. "I rejoiced with those who said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord'" … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Loneliness, Misunderstood, What's New?

November 8, 2015 by Lisa, RM Director 7 Comments

Has Illness Left You Feeling Helpless And Alone?

Has Illness Left You Feeling Helpless And Alone?

Is God really beside us when we feel alone and as though no one understands what we are going through? Karlton shares. "Arise, Lord! Lift up your hand, O God. Do not forget the helpless" (Psalm 10:12). Few things affect … [Read more...]

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

November 1, 2015 by Lisa, RM Director 6 Comments

Have You lost Opportunities for Friendships?

Have You lost Opportunities for Friendships?

We can become so protective of the image we have created, we never gain intimate friendships since we don't reveal our true self. Julie shares. "Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three … [Read more...]

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

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