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February 2, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Devotion: Hug Something!

Devotion: Hug Something!

“The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.” (Deuteronomy 33:27) During a time recently where everything in my life looked pretty bleak – I was reminded of something someone did for me many … [Read more...]

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February 1, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

Devotion: Trusting God To Follow The Path He Leads Us On – Even When Ill

Devotion: Trusting God To Follow The Path He Leads Us On – Even When Ill

"In my distress I called to the LORD; I called out to my God. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came to his ears." (2 Samuel 22:7) "Ummmm. . .God?" "Yes, Child?" "About this road up ahead …" "Yes?" "It's not … [Read more...]

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January 31, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

Devotion: Finding God’s Strength In Our Fatigue of Illness

Devotion: Finding God’s Strength In Our Fatigue of Illness

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28) Have you ever been so tired that you did not even have the energy to watch TV? Think about that. How much energy could it require, … [Read more...]

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January 29, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Devotion – The Lord Seeks Our Heart and Mind, Not Our Body’s Abilities

Devotion – The Lord Seeks Our Heart and Mind, Not Our Body’s Abilities

"... and serve Him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the Lord searches every heart and understands every motive behind the thoughts." (1 Chronicles 28:9) My son handed me the form his teacher filled … [Read more...]

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January 28, 2011 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Devotion: How To Completely Allow God To Be Your Refuge In Illness and Pain

Devotion: How To Completely Allow God To Be Your Refuge In Illness and Pain

"O my people, trust in Him at all times. Pour out your heart to Him, for God is our refuge." (Psalm 62:8) "My life is just one big crisis," was the frustrating and emotional sharing of a friend. Have we ever felt the same … [Read more...]

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