Relapse Into Fear

Relapse Into Fear

  Sandra’s Story: The night before surgery, I lay in bed with two preschoolers snuggled on either side. Tiny heads rested on my shoulders. Thumbs plugged in their mouths, they clutched their favorite blankies—pink bunny and blue bear. I savored the sweet...
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 Grand Purpose

A Grand Purpose

  Sarah’s Story: “God saved you for something big,” Aunt Barb said after I recounted my story. Her words agitated the lump in my throat. I voiced a quiet affirmative before dashing off to check my pulse and locate my EpiPen. Three months prior, my body had...
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...
Health and Life in God’s Hands

Health and Life in God’s Hands

  Marianne’s story:  In November 2017, I contracted the flu, which set off an autoimmune response in my body. Even after I recovered from the flu, I was tired and achy all the time. The sporadic nerve pain symptoms I had experienced since childhood were now...