Suffering and Waiting

Suffering and Waiting

  Karen’s Story:  I had fallen apart several times. But at the age of 39, I shattered into a million pieces. I call this time “my exile.” I have bipolar disorder. The symptoms began in my late teens and worsened over time while I remained under-diagnosed...
What to Say to a Friend with a Cancer Diagnosis

What to Say to a Friend with a Cancer Diagnosis

  Three years ago, I was diagnosed with stage 0 breast cancer. In the oblivion of my before-cancer life, I may have been careless about what I said to someone with a cancer diagnosis. Now I know more about what helps – and what doesn’t. You may find it difficult...
A Purpose in Suffering

A Purpose in Suffering

  Kelsey’s Story: Since I was a little girl, I have always loved learning about other cultures. Combined with my love for Jesus, my interest in other people and places helped me develop an interest in sharing Christ cross-culturally. After serving on...
Christmas Hope

Christmas Hope

“Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations. . .Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months stayed in seclusion. ‘The Lord has done this for me.’ she said. . . .Be joyful in hope.”  Romans 4:18, 12:12, Luke 1:24-25 I injured...
Like a Beautiful Vase

Like a Beautiful Vase

Erica’s Story: I like to compare my story to a beautiful vase. I met the perfect guy to restore my broken family’s story. As the cute, Christian couple we dated six and a half years, saving ourselves for marriage. We began trying to conceive in our sixth year of...