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Cancer: Death Sentence or License to Live?

Aug 4, 20222 min read

Cancer: Death Sentence or License to Live?

I want to first apologized for not having posted anything such a long time. The past few months have been incredibly busy. Summer...

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David Gira

Apr 17, 20223 min read

Easter: Exceeding Expectations

“Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen! (Luke 24:5-6, NIV). The women who had followed Jesus to...

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God knows. Even the Number of Hairs on Your Head.

David Gira

Dec 15, 20213 min read

God knows. Even the Number of Hairs on Your Head.

Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. Luke 12:7 Cancer patients...

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David Gira

Nov 18, 20212 min read

Praise God! Cancer Update 11-18-21

Monday’s oncology treatment went remarkably well. I experienced no adverse effects during the several hours of powerful chemo drugs...

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Five Must-read Bible Passages for Parents with Sick Children

David Gira

Jul 12, 20214 min read

Five Must-read Bible Passages for Parents with Sick Children

Nothing could be more difficult than being the parent of an extremely sick child. Whether its cancer, some other terminal disease, or...

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David Gira

Jun 6, 20213 min read

Can't Get Your Drugs? God Can Help.

Once you have been diagnosed with cancer, getting the medication your oncologist prescribes becomes the top priority. Hopefully, you...

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Need A New Drug? One That Does What It Should?

David Gira

Apr 26, 20213 min read

Need A New Drug? One That Does What It Should?

As a cancer patient, you may at some point have to change your medication. The disease might progress forcing you to move to the next...

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Struggles Humble You Like Nothing Else Can; Which May Be Exactly What You Need!

David Gira

Apr 17, 20213 min read

Struggles Humble You Like Nothing Else Can; Which May Be Exactly What You Need!

You always took care of everyone. Now you are dependent on them. You took pride in your self-sufficiency; those days are gone. You may...

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Don’t Have Enough? Don’t Worry! Jesus is More Than Enough!

David Gira

Apr 11, 20213 min read

Don’t Have Enough? Don’t Worry! Jesus is More Than Enough!

What do you do when can’t do anymore? When you don't have any more? The death of a loved one, sickness and disease, divorce, the loss...

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David Gira

Apr 3, 20213 min read

Dying To Live Your Best Life

Life is full of death. Physical death is the most obvious, but there are many others: the death of a dream, plans, and expectations. ...

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When Facing Death These Twelve Bible Verses Will Comfort and Encourage

David Gira

Mar 28, 20213 min read

When Facing Death These Twelve Bible Verses Will Comfort and Encourage

Recently, I lost a friend to cancer. Being with him and his family in his final hours reminded me just how difficult and painful death...

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Testify! Turn Your Test Into a Testimony

David Gira

Mar 19, 20212 min read

Testify! Turn Your Test Into a Testimony

One great thing that can come out of a bad thing like cancer is the opportunity to give your testimony. Whether someone else is dealing...

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Ten Ways to Respond To Losing Your Job Because of Sickness or Disease. God Can Turn Loss Into Gain.

David Gira

Mar 6, 20214 min read

Ten Ways to Respond To Losing Your Job Because of Sickness or Disease. God Can Turn Loss Into Gain.

One of the hardest parts of having a disease like cancer or being sick may be the loss of your job. You may choose to step away from it...

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What Not to Say (And to Say) When Comforting the Suffering

David Gira

Feb 20, 20215 min read

What Not to Say (And to Say) When Comforting the Suffering

Knowing what to say and what not to say is critical when comforting the hurting. The right words can be like a healing balm. “Gracious...

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When A Health Crises Comes Upon Your Partner, Don't Abandon The One You Love. Love with Abandon.

David Gira

Feb 14, 20213 min read

When A Health Crises Comes Upon Your Partner, Don't Abandon The One You Love. Love with Abandon.

Catastrophic illnesses and events will test your love for your spouse. Your partner’s physical debilitation and dependency may prove your...

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Worried About Everything? You Don't Have To Be. Learn to live "Carefree in the Care of God."

David Gira

Feb 6, 20213 min read

Worried About Everything? You Don't Have To Be. Learn to live "Carefree in the Care of God."

Do upcoming events keep you up at night? Does waiting for test results and answers make you feel sick. You may be going through something...

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Now Is The Time To Forgive. Follow Jesus' Example, Let Him Help You, and It Can Happen.

David Gira

Jan 31, 20213 min read

Now Is The Time To Forgive. Follow Jesus' Example, Let Him Help You, and It Can Happen.

“Everyone thinks forgiveness is a lovely idea until he has something to forgive,” wrote C.S. Lewis in his classic Mere Christianity....

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God, Where Are You? What to Do When You Feel Forsaken by God.

David Gira

Jan 23, 20214 min read

God, Where Are You? What to Do When You Feel Forsaken by God.

In this time of trial, you may feel forsaken and far from God? Your prayers may seem to go unheard. There can appear to be no reassuring...

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David Gira

Jan 16, 20213 min read

How To Wait When You Can't Wait

One of the hardest things about cancer and other crises is all the waiting. Waiting to see the doctor. Waiting for scan results. ...

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The Light of God’s Word Shines Through The Darkness of Cancer

David Gira

Jan 8, 20212 min read

The Light of God’s Word Shines Through The Darkness of Cancer

A cancer diagnosis and other crises can plunge you into deep darkness. Suddenly, you can’t see anything! But with the Bible in your hand,...

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