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February 3, 2016 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

The Bitter Taste of Scriptures on Healing

The Bitter Taste of Scriptures on Healing

When you read of God's promises of physical healing, do you ever grow bitter that they do not seem to apply to you? Lisa shares. Let the one who walks in the dark, who has no light, trust in the name of the Lord and rely … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Depression, Devotionals, Grief, Healing, Spiritually Struggling, What's New?, Worry

August 11, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 7 Comments

Time Heals All Wounds: Fact or Fiction?

Time Heals All Wounds: Fact or Fiction?

When someone tells you "time heals all wounds" does it feel like comfort or a misunderstanding? Lisa considers this cliche. ". . . A time to kill, a time to heal, a time to tear down, a time to build. (Ephesians … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Grief, Healing, What's New?

July 19, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 9 Comments

Responding With Grace To Those Who Offer New Cures

Responding With Grace To Those Who Offer New Cures

When someone with good intentions presents the latest new cures for your illness, how do you respond with grace and not resentment? Michele shares. “Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Alternative Treatments, Devotionals, Friend Has Illness, Healing, Hurt Feelings, Invisible Illnesses, Misunderstood, What's New?

June 25, 2012 by Lisa, RM Director 7 Comments

‘Why Won’t God Heal You?’ I Am Asked. Here is My Answer

‘Why Won’t God Heal You?’ I Am Asked. Here is My Answer

"Why won't God heal you?" These words can sting because they feel like judgement, but I have learned how to answer with bold faith. "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Healing, Misunderstood, What's New? Tagged With: Chronic pain, God, Lord, Pain, Prayer


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