I don't do what I want to do. What I don't want to do I do do??? Lord, help me.
Nearly three weeks have passed since I received my second esophageal stent. This is another step in a long journey to heal my esophagus...
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David Gira
- Aug 30
- 4 min
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...
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David Gira
- Jun 23
- 5 min
Engaging Our Imagination in Prayers for Healing
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us...
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David Gira
- Jun 20
- 3 min
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...
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David Gira
- May 30
- 4 min
Living Within God's Boundaries and Getting a Spiritual Boost.
I have not eaten solid food in more than two months. I have been living on Boost "very high calorie" formula which delivers 530 calories...
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David Gira
- Apr 30
- 3 min
Exiled? All alone? Now, Jesus Can Reveal Something Extraordinary.
“I, John, am your brother and your partner in suffering and in God’s Kingdom and in the patient endurance to which Jesus calls us. I was...
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David Gira
- Feb 27
- 2 min
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...
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David Gira
- Dec 15, 2021
- 3 min
God knows. Even the Number of Hairs on Your Head.
Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. Luke 12:7 Cancer patients...
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David Gira
- Jul 12, 2021
- 4 min
Five Must-read Bible Passages for Parents with Sick Children
Nothing could be more difficult than being the parent of an extremely sick child. Whether its cancer, some other terminal disease, or...
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David Gira
- Jun 6, 2021
- 3 min
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...
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David Gira
- Apr 11, 2021
- 3 min
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...
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David Gira
- Apr 3, 2021
- 3 min
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. ...
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David Gira
- Mar 19, 2021
- 2 min
Testify! Turn Your Test Into a Testimony
One great thing that can come out of a bad thing like cancer is the opportunity to give your testimony. Whether someone else is dealing...
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David Gira
- Mar 6, 2021
- 4 min
Ten Ways to Respond To Losing Your Job Because of Sickness or Disease. God Can Turn Loss Into Gain.
One of the hardest parts of having a disease like cancer or being sick may be the loss of your job. You may choose to step away from it...
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David Gira
- Feb 20, 2021
- 5 min
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...
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David Gira
- Feb 6, 2021
- 3 min
Worried About Everything? You Don't Have To Be. Learn to live "Carefree in the Care of God."
Do upcoming events keep you up at night? Does waiting for test results and answers make you feel sick. You may be going through something...
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David Gira
- Jan 16, 2021
- 3 min
How To Wait When You Can't Wait
One of the hardest things about cancer and other crises is all the waiting. Waiting to see the doctor. Waiting for scan results. ...
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David Gira
- Jan 8, 2021
- 2 min
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,...
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David Gira
- Dec 31, 2020
- 3 min
Praise God for 2020!
For many people, the sentiment this New Year's Eve is "Good riddance, 2020!" The loss and suffering endured over the last twelve months...
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David Gira
- Dec 25, 2020
- 2 min
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...
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