Tag Archives: prayer

Not my problem

Posted on March 3, 2013 by

I’ve noticed this phrase has made its way into our vernacular… Not My Problem. We can even send it as a text… NMP. It’s pretty callous and cold. It highlights our preoccupation with ourselves and our overall lack of responsibility. We … Continue reading →

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Journey with cancer 13 Feb 2013 – surprisingly good news

Posted on February 13, 2013 by

It’s been some time since I posted on the progress of the cancer. I guess there hasn’t been much to report. October was the last time I had a scan. The cancer had been stable. I’d been feeling fairly well. … Continue reading →

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Diagnosing James chapter 5

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

Over the past 12 months I’ve been pointed numerous times to a passage in James chapter 5. This is an important and puzzling part of the Bible. It seems to make bold promises and yet, so often, doesn’t seem to … Continue reading →

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Please don’t stop praying

Posted on December 10, 2012 by

Having cancer isn’t much fun. From time to time I follow a forum where people share their stories of having cancer, or of caring for those who do. Some of these stories are heartbreaking. The pain, the fear, the loneliness, … Continue reading →

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Growing in godwardness

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

I’ve seen something disturbing in recent years. Couples, out together, but not communicating with each other. They’re both communicating, but with someone other than the one they’re with. Walking along, holding hands, each one talking on their mobile phones. Sitting in … Continue reading →

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Journey with cancer 31 Oct 2012 – no change

Posted on October 31, 2012 by

Dear family and friends Good news. Scans yesterday revealed no change to the cancer. The primary tumour remains only 12mm across and there’s been no spread. It’s been this way now for four to five months. So things are stable, … Continue reading →

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Please God

Posted on October 30, 2012 by

Please God I just want to be well Is that too much to ask The pain in my chest and side and back It worries me I long for health I hope for the future I mourn too soon Scans … Continue reading →

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Telling the truth in your 80s

Posted on June 28, 2012 by

John Chapman is as bold as brass when it comes to telling the truth. He knows that when you’re 82 it’s not too smart to keep putting things off. Especially the things that really matter. Life’s too short. There’s no … Continue reading →

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When all else fails

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

You’ve probably heard the saying “When all else fails, pray!” I’ve heard it said many times and I’ve even seen it printed on a bumper sticker. What a stupid idea it is! If prayer works, if we can actually speak … Continue reading →

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