No parent is ever prepared for the devastating loss of their child. The death of a child may be the worst trauma a human being can experience. The pain from losing a child can seem unbearable and lead to many other complicated emotions. Grief is a natural process after dealing with such a loss. Here Continue Reading >>
Entering the year 2020
God has me at a standstill. In other words, I can do nothing except sit and be grateful that in this position I am not in excruciating back pain from bulging discs and bursitis in my right hip. I have been dealing with this challenge for over two months. I have prayed, read His Word, Continue Reading >>
God gives us a reason to celebrate this Christmas
Perhaps you are among the many people for whom this Christmas Season is not a season of joy but a trial and a challenge because of the losses you have had to face. For you, the Christmas cheer and the reason for celebration have long since been lost in the fog of confusion, disappointment and Continue Reading >>
Peace in the Midst of Storms
Is it really possible to feel peace in the midst of the storms of life? People everywhere are searching for peace. They need power to cope with the storms in their lives. I do believe it is possible to have that peace. Jeremiah 29:13 says, “You will seek me and find me when you seek Continue Reading >>
Guest Blog: Coping with Divorce
When you say “I do” at the end of the alter and seal your love with a kiss, you may never imagine that you and your spouse will be separating someday. Navigating through a divorce is extremely difficult and can cause feelings of inadequacy and hopelessness. When dealing with this it is normal to feel Continue Reading >>
Guest Blog: Simple Ways to Find Everyday Joy
When you are going through a tough battle, such as the loss of a loved one, loss or change of a job, divorce, or any other personal challenges, it can be difficult to find joy. Things that you used to enjoy may now feel like a chore. It can be overwhelming to share these feelings Continue Reading >>
Have You Had Your Eyes Checked?
What are you getting used to having that you don’t appreciate anymore? There are so many things that surround us that we don’t appreciate until they are taken away from us. How about your family, friends, job, your community of faith, your community that you live in and the services it provides, and the beauty Continue Reading >>
Caregiving with Respect
Have you ever cared for and loved a person who was ill? No matter how much you try to make it right for them or put a plan in motion so that they will be cared for, they reject it all. It is hard to explain the emotions that you feel. There is sadness, frustration, Continue Reading >>
My Prayer For Those Bruised And Crushed In Spirit From Loss
Heavenly Father, you who value every human life. You will deliver the needy who cry out, the afflicted who have no one to help (Psalm 72:12). They are precious in your sight. I thank you Lord that you heal the brokenhearted. You know where they are at this very moment as you know all things. Continue Reading >>
First Steps in the New Year
We won’t know what the year 2019 will bring to our lives but at Spiritual Care Support Ministries we know who does. God knows exactly what is going to happen. I encourage you to start the year asking God to give you wisdom and discernment in all decisions that you make. When you are hedged Continue Reading >>
A Christmas Gift For Everyone
Everyone at Spiritual Care Support Ministries looks forward to 2019 and all that God will do for His glory as healing occurs in the lives of those who come to us for ministry. God has been showing us that He is the God of the miraculous. God’s power can break through improbable situations. In addition, Continue Reading >>
Guest Blog: Understanding How to Deal with Spiritual Burnout
Volunteering your time to different ministries can be a great thing, allowing you to expand your spiritual horizons by immersing yourself in God’s work. Getting involved in your faith community can help you to become a stronger Christian, know God’s love, spread God’s word, and establish a support system. However, if you start to feel Continue Reading >>
Choose to be Thankful
1 Chronicles 16:34 Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. This verse in the Bible does not say everything we go through is good. Those who are suffering from chronic illness, grieving the loss of a loved one or those experiencing personal losses will admit that suffering does Continue Reading >>
How to Create and Follow a Prayer List
Years ago, while struggling with prayer, God led me to a way that I could pray more effectively and I would like to share this with you. Prayer allows you to deepen your relationship with God which can improve your overall spiritual growth. Although God already understands us before we utter a word of prayer, Continue Reading >>
Can We Trust God?
Sometimes, without giving any consideration to their spiritual maturity, we advise our friends or family to “just trust God.” The truth is that confidence in our Father is not automatic. It doesn’t just happen the moment you realize that God loves you so much that he sent His Son Jesus to come to earth and Continue Reading >>