April 4, 2018

How Much Longer?

Doris Yeung (Samut Prakan, Thailand)

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Let us not become weary in doing good,  for at the proper time we will reap  a harvest if we do not give up. - Galatians 6:9 (NIV)

I am a divorced woman with no children. You might think I have a lot of free time, but I have been taking care of my sister for 41 years. She has an illness called schizoaffective disorder, which requires medication in order to stabilize her mood.
Over the years, I...

Today's Prayer

Helper of the weak, thank you for giving us the wisdom and patience to care for our loved ones. May we become your strength and peace for their lives. Amen.

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Today's Reading

1 John 4:19-21

Thought for the Day

The Lord gives me strength to help others.

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