DEVOTIONS Really Listening As Christians, we wait for something greater in the life to come. Ravi Zacharias
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I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subject-edit, in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious ...
Urgent care situations require a response from church leaders. This overview outlines major steps you should take when someone in your church is diagnosed with cancer. These steps are explored in greater depth and detail in the remainder of this packet.
Immediate Concerns
Encourage your friend to seek the best medical care possible.
Accept grief, sadness, and tears as normal reactions to a cancer diagnosis.
Facing the Final Foe Cancer forces us to consider a subject we’d much rather avoid: death. by Madison Trammel
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A few months ago, one of my best friends went to the doctor for sinus pain and came home with the worst possible diagnosis: cancer.
A missionary to Thailand, Peter had seen doctors in that country who told him he merely had an infection. But on a summer study trip to the United States, he decided to get another opinion.
The American doctors found a rare but deadly strain of sinus cancer caused by either ...
Taking on Cancer This survivor fought the disease more than once. Here are her strategies. by Phyllis Ten Elshof
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This article describes one woman's fight against breast cancer. Use it to educate yourself about the many decisions and life changes that accompany such a diagnosis. Consider giving it to a person you know who is facing a battle with breast cancer. Finally, reflect on the principles offered here and how they translate to other types of cancer.
The first time I had breast cancer, in 1993, I thought ...
Clergy of all colors and collars have the privilege of shepherding people through the valley of death's shadow. Such ministry is awesome in both senses of the word. It is serious and intimidating business. How can we sincerely say, "I care"? How can we make our visits more personal? What do we say if we are unsure of a person's relationship with God?
My mentor in care for the sick once told me, "When ...
Finding God in Pain The Bible is well-equipped to help us think about God’s hand in our hardship. by Wayne Brouwer
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It is easy to doubt God during hard times, especially during a prolonged illness, such as cancer. This Bible study explores how our good God relates to our suffering. Use it to lead an individual, a small group, or even a class into the issue of God's relationship to sickness and suffering.
Pain may be a problem for us, but it is also a fact of our lives. Spend the first portion of your time together ...
Religious leaders have provided spiritual direction and counsel to people through the centuries. The church often was the first and last place where members and friends could work through grief, pain, and confusion by pouring out their hearts and baring their souls to a trusted pastor. They received preparation for marriage, child-rearing, and death. Pastors often provided spiritual direction and ...
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