An Interview That Will REALLY BRIGHTEN Your Day

To see Bright Light Ministry’s founder, Stacie Ruth, pictured in the New York Times or USA Today, to watch her on international TV, and to hear her on the radio might deceive you: Her life has been far from perfect.
Join Stacie Ruth as she shares with Lisa and you about her experiences with illness in [...]

The Impact of Our Attitude – Part 2 of 2

This is the rest of the article “The Impact of Our Attitude” (Click to read part 1)
By Sandy Mayle
3. Glad Expectation for the Future
“I am going to keep on being glad, for I know that as you pray for me, and as the Holy Spirit helps me, this is all going to turn out for my [...]

Inspirational Article – Avoiding Leaving Holes

As we kick off the new season it is a nice time to reflect on our true friends–and also think about those who we may want to get in touch with again.
This little story may “hit the nail on the head” for some of us. It’s a nice reminder to love the ones we’re [...]

For Chronically Ill “Not By Sight” Book Offers Validation and Understanding

Not By Sight is a wonderful little booklet that can help friends and family to see the courage and faith that abounds in those with debilitating conditions.
It gives them simple, pragmatic examples of “What to say” and “What not to say” in order to truly be a source of encouragement. This book is written by [...]

New Study Finds Clergy Dismiss Depression, Anxiety The Most Often

This is a study that was released Sept 2009 that we are passing on to our readers. We have added the bold parts.
New Study Finds Clergy Dismiss Depression, Anxiety The Most Often
Released: 9/30/2009 11:50 AM EDT
Source: Baylor University
Newswise — In 2008, a Baylor University study found nearly a third of those who approached their local [...]

When It is Tempting to Quit We Need Jesus More Than Ever

I was using a saltshaker when I first noticed that the right side of my body was staging a mutiny. Inexplicably, my hand had forgotten how to move up and down. Other everyday activities became difficult. Brushing my teeth was a challenge. Playing piano was impossible and typing was clumsy. And then there were these [...]

Rebuilding Your Life After Divorce

The pains of divorce and separation are real, but they don’t have to last. For many, making a New Year’s resolution to attend a DivorceCare group has been the key to healing. This is an article we are passing on.
WAKE FOREST, NC, Dec 2009/Christian Newswire/ — For people facing the pain of divorce or separation, [...]

The Grinch & 2 Spa Prizes Next Week

It’s that time of the year again when we share our annual Grinch story! Only this year we want to hear a few sentences from you too!
Just post a couple Seuss-style sentences below in the common section that have anything to do with the holidays, illness, etc. and we will take pick our two [...]

Reflections on How People Respond to Visual “Pain” Experiences

It had been many weeks since I have been to church. My rheumatoid arthritis had been flaring for months now. I had been off of my main medication since August of 2008 due to infections and then pending surgery.
While my husband and son left on Sunday mornings I would attempt to log on [...]

Avoiding Holiday Feuds When You Are Ill

As the holidays approach our expectations rise, hoping that this will be the year that we remember everything as perfect. But when you live with a chronic condition it can feel like the odds are even less in your favor.
“The hardest part of the holidays is the unrealistic expectations my extended family has of us,” [...]

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