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May 14, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Dominic Cook’s Unique Testimony Reaches Those Suffering From Depression

Dominic Cook’s Unique Testimony Reaches Those Suffering From Depression

By Debbi Farmer Eventually, we will all feel blue. We will have days, even weeks when we are sad. Many can rebound from these emotions--but many cannot. We face tragedies and struggles that can turn our world completely … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Depression, Fear, Profiles, Suicidal Thoughts, Teen w/ Illness, What's New? Tagged With: Depression, God, Health, Lord, Major depressive disorder, Mental Health

February 21, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Devotion: Understanding The Valley Of Depression When Coping with Chronic Illness

Devotion: Understanding The Valley Of Depression When Coping with Chronic Illness

"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me." (Psalm 23:4) For most people suffering chronic health problems depression is no stranger. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, What's New? Tagged With: Depression, Health, Lord, Major depressive disorder, Mental Health

July 12, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 4 Comments

Devotion: Apart

Devotion: Apart

"Keep me safe, O God, for in you I take refuge. I said to the Lord, 'You are my Lord; apart from you I have no good thing.'" (Psalm 16:1-2) "Apart from you I have no good thing." Apart--separated, away from, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, What's New? Tagged With: Depression, God, Health, Lord, Major depressive disorder, Pain, Psalm

March 14, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 6 Comments

Devotion: As Long As I See The Light I Long For While Facing Illness Each Day

Devotion: As Long As I See The Light I Long For While Facing Illness Each Day

"The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?" (Psalm 27:1) The sky is overcast as I type this. It's cold outside. And that pretty much describes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, What's New? Tagged With: Depression, Health, Mental Health

January 12, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 10 Comments

Welcome and Updates From Lisa For 2011

Welcome and Updates From Lisa For 2011

Hello, friends! I am excited to say that our web site is nearly back after 2 months of restructuring after a corruption in late 2010. The video below explains my heart, my thanks, and that devotionals will begin within the … [Read more...]

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