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

April 3, 2012 By 1 Comment
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"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 going through such physical pain and other hardships? I recently came across a sermon at entitled "Trials (Part 1)" given by Pastor Joe Thorn at Redeemer Fellowship. It looked like a good one and I asked Debbi Farmer if she would listen and let me know her thoughts. Below is her review on this podcast sermon that you can listen to here on Trials. It is an MP3 file. If you hear a fantastic sermon on suffering, illness, pain, etc. that is available to listen to online, feel free to write up what it is about and why it … [Read more...]

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Can We Believe in a God Who Allows Suffering? Part 1 of 3

June 6, 2011 By 8 Comments
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This is one of those questions that nearly all of us have asked at one time or another. And just as we think we understand, a new circumstance occurs and we ask this question all over again: Why does God allow such suffering? This is a tough question but Bridget Gazlay takes on the challenge with a beautifully written 3-part article that dives into some of those unrelenting emotions and how to have a faith-based response. I hope you will share your own thoughts in the comments below each article. Your own experiences, questions, doubts, and lessons you've learned are as vital to us as the article itself. We love to see you share with one another and encourage each other. Lisa Can We Believe in a God Who Allows Suffering? Part 1 of … [Read more...]

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There are a Growing Number of Infections From Acupuncture

April 20, 2010 By 1 Comment

Acupuncture can be an alternative treatment option that can be very beneficial in relieving some pain & possibly other symptoms of a disease or condition. According to Wikipedia, "Acupuncture is the procedure of inserting & manipulating filiform needles into various points on the body to relieve pain or for therapeutic purposes. The word acupuncture comes from the Latin acus, 'needle', & pungere, 'to prick.'" According to Patrick Professor Woo, colleagues from the University of Hong Kong & the lead author in a study, "acupuncture may pose risks to patients as needles are inserted up to several centimeters beneath the skin." Medical News Today says: Most patients recover from infections. However, Professor Woo explains that 5 to 10 … [Read more...]

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