2011-03-03T16:23:03-05:00 GCI info@gospel.com /feeds/topics/difficulties/ http://truewoman.com/?id=1552 2011-03-03T16:23:03-05:00 What might God be up to in your tough circumstance? http://truewoman.com/?id=1542 2011-01-25T11:53:26-05:00 We often sense the Lord’s presence in places of serenity and security. But what happens when the scenery changes—when the serene and secure become tumultuous waves of uncertainty, doubt, or fear? When the bills can’t be paid, or the consequences of sin run deep, or your hopes and dreams for the future have been shattered? http://reviveourhearts.com/topics/series.php?series=78&topic_name=Gratitude 2011-01-25T11:48:06-05:00 Thanksgiving. The word brings up images of family gathered around a table, ready to dig into turkey and pumpkin pie. But the real test of thankfulness comes under much more difficult circumstances. Learn about being grateful no matter what. http://truewoman.com/?id=971 2010-09-08T14:40:48-05:00 Get to know Jennifer Rothschild—a woman who, despite her blindness—is marked by deep joy and trust in God. http://truewoman.com/?id=1033 2010-09-08T13:31:14-05:00 Jennifer Rothschild is blind, but it would only be a waste of time for you to feel sorry for her. Sure, there have been times when she has felt she’s “drowning in a Niagra of hopelessness.” But, she’s learned that blindness—and other difficult or tragic circumstances we all encounter—are not what define us. Rather, they refine us. http://truewoman.com/?id=1131 2010-09-08T11:52:47-05:00 "Blindness is one of those words like cancer, like divorce, like autism, like bankruptcy that we just don’t ever expect to hear, and we certainly don’t expect it to become our word . . ." http://truewoman.com/?id=1247 2010-09-03T15:47:36-05:00 When the vicious threats reach the King Hezekiah's ear, he knows just what to do. He goes to prayer. In childlike trust this mighty king takes the enemy’s pompous letter and literally spreads it out before God. http://reviveourhearts.com/topics/series.php?series=283&topic_name=Suffering 2010-08-20T14:14:54-05:00 If you feel discouraged or weary doing the activity God has called you to, listen to Joni Eareckson Tada. She’ll share what she’s been learning through suffering about God’s grace and glory. http://reviveourhearts.com/topics/series.php?series=274&topic_name=General Christian Living 2010-08-20T14:02:51-05:00 Nancy explores the account of Joshua and the battle of Jericho to show us key insights into how we can conquer the Jerichos in our own lives. By following these biblical and time-honored steps, we can move in and take possession of the rich inheritance He has for us as His children. http://reviveourhearts.com/topics/series.php?series=261&topic_name=General Christian Living 2010-08-20T13:46:15-05:00 How we respond to life’s challenges, whether in fear or in faith, can be a factor in our long-term usefulness to God and His Kingdom. When we choose to trust in God’s promises, we’ll find freedom, fullness, and rest.