Because of Whose we are, death is a time to party. by Kathleen R. Ruckman Stars didn’t sparkle in the night, and a limousine didn’t pick us up, but Eileen and I were dressed as though we were on our way to the Academy Awards! It all began earlier that day when we had…
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The First Seven Days
When silence and compassion are enough. by Kathleen R. Ruckman There are times when silence is golden, when we are at a loss for words because, simply, any word chosen would be grossly inappropriate. Often in times of illness, suffering, and despair, silence and compassion are enough. An ancient story drives home this truth….
Bittersweet Birthday
Letting go of those we love mostand releasing them to God. by Nancey West I knew this birthday would be special. My daughter, Kristi, lived 1,600 miles away and was coming home for the weekend. My son, Matt, had finished his summer job and was home to start another year of college. They would…
Dare to Defeat Depression – Resources
Help for Depression Many excellent resources are available in your community and on the Internet. Dr. Ivan Goldberg has a questionnaire to determine if you are depressed and need to seek help. Take it and receive scored answers at Mental Health Net. Counseling Christian Recovery International: “Helping the Christian community to become a safe…
In the Heat of Battle
Strategies for pushing back the Enemy in marriage. by Teresa Cook “Stop treating me like a two-year-old!” Michael hissed. “Sorry!” I spat back. My husband and I finished getting ready for bed in silence. How many times lately had we ended our day like this? I’d always considered Michael my best friend, someone I…
Search for Truth
So many choices . . . but only one way to God. by Connie Sturm Cameron They persistently showed up every Tuesday, knocking on my door with an uncanny ability to appear immediately after my daughter went down for her nap. As a stay-at-home mom, lonely for adult conversation, I welcomed their visits. Contrary…
When a Child Prays
Some lessons learned young last a lifetime. by Bill Vossler Hands upraised, our minister urged his congregation to pray: “If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin…
Prodigal Mother
A mother becomes a restored daughterin the Father’s eyes. by Michelle Reed* There was a time when I wouldn’t miss a church service. During my marriage, I was a stay-at-home mom who thought I loved the Lord with all my heart. But my marriage of thirteen years had terrible secrets, and no matter how…
Opening the Case: Resources on Forgiveness
Self Talk, Soul Talk: What to Say When You Talk to Yourself, by Jennifer Rothschild: www.jenniferrothschild.com/index.html Me, Myself and Lies: A Thought-Closet Makeover (Bible study workbook),by Jennifer Rothschild: www.jenniferrothschild.com/index.html Choosing Forgiveness, by John and Paula Sanford, Elijah HouseMinistries: www.elijahhouse.org Freedom Through Forgiveness, by Nathan Daniel:freedomthroughforgivenessministries.com/index.htmlFreedom Through Forgiveness Ministries: personal ministry sessionsavailable; also books, CDs, and…
Opening the Case
Letting go of past failures to embrace the Savior. by Lynn Hare He’s about to die — and it’s my fault. I hung up the phone and shut my eyes. My face burned and jaw clenched hard against the impact of the news. A sick panic surged in my stomach while a mallet pounded…