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September 23, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Devotion: Relying on God’s Great Love

Devotion: Relying on God’s Great Love

“And so we know and rely on the love God has for us” (1 John 4:16a) I have believed God loves me since I first came to know Christ, but I can’t say that I always relied on that love. When I was healthier, it was easy to … [Read more...]

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September 22, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Devotion: God “Feeds” Us Every Day Of Coping With Illness

Devotion: God “Feeds” Us Every Day Of Coping With Illness

“Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your Heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?” (Matthew 6:26) When I’m on my way to my weekly … [Read more...]

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September 20, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Devotion: Whine For a Time

Devotion: Whine For a Time

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I … [Read more...]

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September 18, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director Leave a Comment

Devotion: Our Illness Never Changes Who We Are In Christ

Devotion: Our Illness Never Changes Who We Are In Christ

"For we are God’s workmanship. . .” (Ephesians 2:10) It has occurred to me that many of us may have low self-esteem. When we are bogged down with illness often there are so many things we can’t do. We may plan to go … [Read more...]

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September 17, 2010 by Lisa, RM Director 1 Comment

Devotion: Remembering Mercy Even When Feeling Crummy

Devotion: Remembering Mercy Even When Feeling Crummy

“. . .And then he told me, My grace is enough; it’s all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness. Once I heard that, I was glad to let it happen. I quit focusing on the handicap and began appreciating the … [Read more...]

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