When we hear a siren, we have no idea what situation has called for that response. As an emergency medical technician (EMT), one woman learned that the only way she could face her challenging job was by communicating with God.
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Finding Faith After Suicide
St. John of the Cross called it the “dark night of the soul,” a term one woman didn’t understand until her son took his life and her faith in God went into crisis mode. She discovered it is possible to survive such a tragedy and renew trust in the One who is in control of life.
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For Survivors of Suicide Loss American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: www.afsp.org American Association of Suicidology: https://suicidology.org/ Survivors of Suicide: www.sosabq.org For Mental Health Saddleback Church https://saddleback.com/connect/ministry/mental-health-ministry Breaking the Silence www.breakingthesilencenm.org For Grief www.thelifeididntchoose.com www.whatsyourgrief.com www.griefwatch.com Books The Problem of Pain by C. S. Lewis Love is Stronger Than Death by Peter Kreeft
Read moreSuffering Rewarded
Pregnancy can bring not just physical pain to a woman but emotional pain as well. Through time in nature and God’s help in prayer, one woman overcame her anxieties and self-doubt about becoming a mother.
Read moreThe Cancer Journey
Could it be that such a horrifying disease as cancer can have a positive impact on a person’s life? One woman, diagnosed with breast cancer, learned the power of prayer to change her perspective and keep going strong.
Read moreNo Excuses
An unhappy childhood can spell problems for people later in life unless they choose to go another way. The best solution is the Christian faith. One young man discovered the misconceptions he had about Christianity and let Christ transform him into a new creature, free from pain and anger.
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Gospel Growth, Gospel Love, Gospel Identity, and Gospel Transformation, published by Serge, previously known as World Harvest Mission. These books/small group study guides are excellent for Christians overcoming abuse, trauma, or a difficult childhood. Please visit https://serge.org/.
Read moreWashing Away Shame
Words carry more weight than we think they do. We can build up or tear down another just by what we say to them. One woman was the victim of unkind words from her spiritual mother, creating emotional and spiritual upheaval in her life. But she found freedom in the power of Jesus.
Read moreWhen the Nest Falls
Darkness after death and divorce is normal and can engulf a person for years. Having gone through her personal darkness in a series of losses, a woman realizes God’s compassionate care for all His creation.
Read moreLearning to See Clearly
Life can go along well for many days — until something happens in our
physical health to slow us down. One woman dealt with a sudden vision
problem and discovered truths that brought her closer to God.