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July 11, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 6 Comments

Trust In the Lord To Withstand The Force of Storms

Trust In the Lord To Withstand The Force of Storms

How do we trust in the Lord not just when things are good, but when the chaos comes. Where do you go to withstand the force of storms? That is where your real trust is! "But I have calmed and quieted myself, I am like a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Fear, Overwhelmed, What's New?, Worry

June 27, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 7 Comments

Fear and Anxiety Is An Unwanted Companion to Chronic Illness

Fear and Anxiety Is An Unwanted Companion to Chronic Illness

Just when we think we have conquered most of the fear and anxiety of living with daily illness, it can start all over again. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). I met with a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Fear, What's New?, Worry Tagged With: God, Jesus Christ, Lord

May 22, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

How to Handle Hurt Feelings In Health Social Networks

How to Handle Hurt Feelings In Health Social Networks

Health social networks can be a tremendous support for the chronically ill, but they can also be a source of many hurt feelings. How do we prevent this? By Lisa Copen The Internet has provided us with a support community … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Anger, Articles, Founder's Blog, Friendships, Hurt Feelings, Loneliness, Person w/ Illness, Support Group Leader, What's New?, Worry

April 16, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 11 Comments

Remaining Hopeful When Illness Allows My Mind to Wander to Worries

Remaining Hopeful When Illness Allows My Mind to Wander to Worries

"Show me Your ways, Lord, teach me Your paths. Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are God my Savior, and my hope is in You all day long." (Psalm 25:4-5) Hope is a key to my staying focused on the Lord. It is one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Hope, What's New?, Worry Tagged With: Religion and Spirituality

April 3, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

What is the Purpose of Trials In Our Lives? Sermon Offers Encouragement

What is the Purpose of Trials In Our Lives? Sermon Offers Encouragement

"The promises of God are what give us hope in the midst of affliction. . ." Pastor Thorn As we approach Easter, I understand that many people are feeling it hard to rejoice. If God is love and cares about us, why are we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Depression, Overwhelmed, Spiritually Struggling, What's New?, Worry Tagged With: Chronic pain, Easter, Illness

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