Having worked in hospice setting for a number of years and being at the bedside of those who only had a few months and then days left to live, I have come to believe that if we knew definitely that our time was limited, we would look at the world with different eyes. We would suddenly begin to see things more clearly.

What is keeping us in the boat when it comes to believing in Jesus to heal our body of sickness and disease? We know what it means to “man the oars,” but to step out of the boat in faith that Jesus will heal us is another matter altogether!

Physical illnesses in my view result from an individual's reluctance to feel feelings such as sadness, hurt and disappointment that live inside them and that are trying to warn them that something is wrong. Without feeling these feelings and taking appropriate action any other approach to healing is only temporary and symptomatic.

No one comes to this world without a gift or special talent that is not unique to him/her alone. The gifts that we bring are the tools we will use to experience physical life in our own special way. For some it is obvious, for others one may have to look a little deeper. The use of such gifts or talents are also subject to interpretation and are often used for purposes other than what we wanted to experience before birth. Most of us spend a lifetime searching for the connection to them.

Signs of, and ways of overcoming burnout, whatever the cause.

Breaking with tradition, today's article comes from the 9-23-04 edition of Sojomail. Sojomail is produced by Sojourners; an evangelical journal, and calls itself a 'weekly email-zine of spirituality,...

There is no such thing as a coincidence. Albert Einstein reasoned that, “God simply does not play dice.” While we may not fully understand the reasons behind certain events, there are laws and order ...

One of the most frightening things about melting from a normal, Solid, ego-based lifestyle, to a more Liquid, dynamic, spiritual one is that some concepts that you always assumed to be sound and good and true, start to lose their solidity.

As Christian’s we are often very independent. We try to do everything and often feel we do everything. Are there times when you are frustrated, tired, irritable, and have no energy? I am not selling you a vitamin supplement, so don’t worry. I have recently realized this past week how little I turn things over to the ultimate Power Source - God. Lord, I cannot do this in my own strength. If the children argue one more time - I will scream. God, help me to know what to say without screaming. Lord, what is your agenda for me today - you know I all ready have one figured out.  Do we see the many requests of our children as divine interruptions or just another thing to do on our list?

With all of today’s technology, the business world is in competition, the hours you need to work are getting longer and the work is more exhausting. If there is travel involved, it is sure to add more work time and less time to relax.

Stress relief real results let's take a moment to consider what stress actually is. This is an important first step in the process of stress relief. We must understand the nature of the beast before we can seek to tackle it effectively. In essentially simplistic terms stress is the opposite of relaxation and as such there isn't much to understand. The real complications arise when we attempt to identify the factors that cause stress and seek methods and techniques to reduce it.

The every day excitement of life tells everyone that it is a game of the best on top. If you want to be the one that is on top you will need to be prepared to tackle anything that comes before you at work.

Do you have difficulty leaving work behind at the end of the day? Do you find yourself dwelling on problems at work? Learn why you do this and what can be done about it.

Does your work lead to stress and overwhelm? Use these 9 simple steps to reduce daily stress at work so you can enjoy the balance of life you were meant to live.

This article discusses stress and the link between stress and frequent headaches.

Loving yourself 100% is the best way to deal with life's stresses. You can fall madly in love with yourself if you know how. You deserve to believe in yourself, to expect the best and to get it. And you can now learn three steps to achieve the highest level of self-love. Go for it. I did and I can show you how.

How to not only stop to smell the roses but enjoy the thorns along the way.

Do you experience stress, frustration and anxiety over certain people and events. Are you looking for relief, contentment and peace in life? This article will show you exactly why all the heartache in your life exists and how you can effectively deal with it... Only then will you be able to truly experience freedom and happiness.

A difficult issue to tackle today is that of stress and college students. It goes without question that college students experience high levels of stress on a daily basis, with academic pressures, financial pressures and the additional stress of being away from home for an extended period of time for the first time.