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Holding on to Hope
Hope delayed makes the heart sick; longing fulfilled is a tree of life” (Proverbs 13:12, CEB). My swallowing problems have resumed since...

David Gira
Aug 30, 20234 min read
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Health Update 6-20-23: Faith and Lament
We are brought down to the dust; our bodies cling to the ground. Rise up and help us; rescue us because of your unfailing love.” Psalms...

David Gira
Jun 20, 20233 min read
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Your Weakness May Be Your Greatest Strength.
Cancer may make you feel weaker than you have ever felt. But you can also discover a power and strength unlike anything you have ever...

David Gira
Feb 27, 20232 min read
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New Year. New You. New Everything.
He who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making everything new!” (Revelation 21:5) Revelation, the final book of the New...

David Gira
Jan 1, 20233 min read
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Light Greater Than the Darkness
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness— on them light has shined” (Isaiah...

David Gira
Dec 21, 20223 min read
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Can't Get Your Drugs? God Can Help.
Once you have been diagnosed with cancer, getting the medication your oncologist prescribes becomes the top priority. Hopefully, you...

David Gira
Jun 6, 20213 min read
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Struggles Humble You Like Nothing Else Can; Which May Be Exactly What You Need!
You always took care of everyone. Now you are dependent on them. You took pride in your self-sufficiency; those days are gone. You may...

David Gira
Apr 17, 20213 min read
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Don’t Have Enough? Don’t Worry! Jesus is More Than Enough!
What do you do when can’t do anymore? When you don't have any more? The death of a loved one, sickness and disease, divorce, the loss...

David Gira
Apr 11, 20213 min read
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Dying To Live Your Best Life
Life is full of death. Physical death is the most obvious, but there are many others: the death of a dream, plans, and expectations. ...

David Gira
Apr 3, 20213 min read
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When Facing Death These Twelve Bible Verses Will Comfort and Encourage
Recently, I lost a friend to cancer. Being with him and his family in his final hours reminded me just how difficult and painful death...

David Gira
Mar 28, 20213 min read
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What Not to Say (And to Say) When Comforting the Suffering
Knowing what to say and what not to say is critical when comforting the hurting. The right words can be like a healing balm. “Gracious...

David Gira
Feb 20, 20215 min read
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The Light of God’s Word Shines Through The Darkness of Cancer
A cancer diagnosis and other crises can plunge you into deep darkness. Suddenly, you can’t see anything! But with the Bible in your hand,...

David Gira
Jan 8, 20212 min read
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The Christ Child is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords! Merry Christmas!
This Christmas, with huge numbers of people suffering and dying, putting your faith in little, baby Jesus may seem silly. Counting on...

David Gira
Dec 25, 20202 min read
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Living with Cancer And Giving Thanks to God! Gratitude Is Spreading Everywhere!
Thanksgiving Day is just around the bend. There will be plenty of food, football, and family, as always. But giving thanks? With cancer...

David Gira
Nov 12, 20202 min read
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Relinquish Everything to God & Receive All His Blessings!
You’ve exhausted every possibility, run out of options, and come to end of your rope. It may seem like it's all over. But one more...

David Gira
Oct 3, 20203 min read
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