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April 14, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

What is God Teaching You While You Wait for Spring?

What is God Teaching You While You Wait for Spring?

Can the transition to springtime hold deeper meaning in our lives than just the temperature? Diane shares. “He makes springs pour water into the ravines; it flows between the mountains. They give water to all the beasts of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Hope, Reflection, 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 17, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 6 Comments

Longing for the Good Old Days When Chronically Ill

Longing for the Good Old Days When Chronically Ill

Despite the temptation to reflect and wish things were different, we need to keep these longings in check. Karen shares. "Do not say, 'Why were the old days better than these?' For it is not wise to ask such questions" … [Read more...]

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

February 23, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

When God Surprises Your Risk With a Reward

When God Surprises Your Risk With a Reward

Do you need to take more little risks daily risks despite how illness tries to hold you back? Dorothea shares. "I know that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good while they live. That each of … [Read more...]

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

January 28, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 12 Comments

What If God Had Not Intervened?

What If God Had Not Intervened?

Despite the troubles in your life, have you ever asked "what if" God wasn't intervening? Fiona explains. "If the Lord had not been on our side--let Israel say--if the Lord had not been on our side when men attacked us, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Attitude, Depression, Devotionals, Reflection, What's New?

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