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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 13, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 3 Comments

Is Your Fence Built in the Best Place?

Is Your Fence Built in the Best Place?

How do we find the best place to build our fence, so it keeps out the unwanted, but also encloses us with that which we most desire? Diane shares. "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it" … [Read more...]

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

March 10, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 12 Comments

When Someone Says Words That Hurt About Your Illness

When Someone Says Words That Hurt About Your Illness

The words spoken to one who is ill can hold such power, not always good, even when the intent to hurt is absent. Karen shares of a recent experience. "Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the … [Read more...]

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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?

October 31, 2015 by Lisa, RM Director 3 Comments

Can You Leave a Legacy Despite Chronic Illness

Can You Leave a Legacy Despite Chronic Illness

When we can barely move from room to room some days, it is hard to imagine we are able to leave a legacy. Karen shares. “. . . so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please Him in every way: bearing fruit in … [Read more...]

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Rita Eno: Dear Lisa, Many years ago I was a member of REST MINISTRIES. I still rememer you from tha...
Becky: Dear Karen, Thank you for your message. Do you know if any new messages are coming out t...
Diane Hollister: I'm in that same place right now with the initial meeting on April 15th at my church. My c...
Steve Macey: Hi Lisa. I pray you have recovered from the flooding you suffered. Is your book for...
Steve Macey: Thanks Lisa (about info on your book for small pain group ministry) You mentioned av...
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