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April 12, 2019

Bearing Burdens

Mary Wisner (Michigan, USA)

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Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. - Galatians 6:2 (NRSV)

Sometimes when people receive life-threatening news, they can become stuck on an endless cycle of paralyzing fear. But from the time I was diagnosed with stage-four breast cancer, I have been surrounded by prayers and encouragement from multitudes of people. As a result, time and again as this journey continues,...

Today's Prayer
Dear Lord, thank you for those who have helped to carry our burdens. Help us to share the burdens of others. Amen.
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Psalm 40:1-5

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