The unique ways God shows up when we trust Him. by Denise E. Arzoian Some people see God in a sunset. Others, in the eyes of a child. Me? I see God in a ’98 Buick. Our daughter, Jennifer, was married with three children when we started noticing some alarming behavior in her. She…
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My Life with Alopecia
God works everything for good — even hair loss. by Denise Prosser Here we go again. I tossed another handful of hair into the trash and changed my pillowcase for the third morning in a row. What’s happening to me? Why is my hair falling out? Will I lose it all? I had compensated for months, wearing…
Broken for Blessing
God turns financial mayhem into life-changing miracles. by Heather Roberts “I’m telling you for your own good. I need you to take a deeper look. Something doesn’t smell right, and I’m always correct about these things. You’ll thank me later, buddy.” The real estate banker gave my husband, John, a sad smile. John left the…
Journeying the Unknown
Facing a troubling future with Jesus. by Kathleen M. Barrett My recent diagnosis of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) has been an exercise of greater faith regarding my health. But that’s not the only challenge. I’m also caring for my husband, Dennis, in the mid-stage of dementia. When I consider what is ahead and how…
The Faith Test
A hero of the faith helps a teen conquer fear. by Joni Topper Shivering and half awake, I pulled the covers up around my neck. The dark of my cozy bedroom told me a new day had not yet dawned. The strange dream that rattled me from a sound sleep permeated all my senses….
Choosing Joy
Learning to take the higher road when life goes a different direction. by Diana C. Derringer Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! (Philippians 4:4, NKJV). “If it’s all the same to you, we would rather not share in this family experience.” With family gathered around our dining room table, joy overflowed…
A Life Changed
When we think of severe physical affliction, we often think of Job in the Bible — the icon of suffering. But after some time, there was an end to Job’s misery. What happens when afflictions come and never go away? One woman’s battle with a complex chronic disease has taught her valuable lessons.
Coping with Chronic Illness
What really happens when chronic pain invades a person’s life? What adjustments does a person need to make? Read these helpful insights and suggestions.
Two is the Loneliest Number
Caregiving is one of the toughest jobs there is, especially when the patient is a loved one. How do you handle the physical, relational, and emotional changes? Read one woman’s honest journey through her mother’s toughest days and the secret to her survival.
Support for the Caregiver
by Joyann Dwire After Mom passed away, I became co-facilitator of my church’s caregiver support group and discovered that what I had endured with my mother was not unique. In fact, many participants were dealing with more hardships than I had. Often the stress of caregiving was compounded by a lack of support —…