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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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