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April 14, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

What is God Teaching You While You Wait for Spring?

What is God Teaching You While You Wait for Spring?

Can the transition to springtime hold deeper meaning in our lives than just the temperature? Diane shares. “He makes springs pour water into the ravines; it flows between the mountains. They give water to all the beasts of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Hope, Reflection, What's New?

March 28, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 10 Comments

What Can Jesus Do With Our Crumpled Places?

What Can Jesus Do With Our Crumpled Places?

I had good intentions to write a devotional for you to post on yesterday on Easter Sunday, and I am sorry it didn't happen. I hope you had a blessed holiday, even if you only celebrated in your heart, praising Jesus with the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Depression, Devotionals, Hope, Spiritually Struggling, What's New?

March 25, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 4 Comments

The Transforming Miracles Raised At Easter

The Transforming Miracles Raised At Easter

Easter is something those of us with chronic illness can whole-heartedly embrace because it's all about hope and miracles. Kerryn shares. “And if the Spirit of Him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, He who … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Hope, What's New?

March 22, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

Am I Forming Properties of Gold Within My Struggle?

Am I Forming Properties of Gold Within My Struggle?

Our illness may feel like a constant fire we battle, but Dorothea shares how God may be using it to mold us to gold. “But He knows the way that I take; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold” (Job 23:10). My … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Finding Purpose, Hope, What's New?

March 7, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 18 Comments

You Prisoners of Hope, God Will Restore You!

You Prisoners of Hope, God Will Restore You!

Illness does make us feel like we are in a prison at times, but have you ever considered that you may reside in a prison. . . of hope? Kerryn explains. "Return to your fortress, you prisoners of hope; even now I announce … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Fear, Hope, What's New?

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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...
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