Category Archives: Fear of death

Communicating with the dead

Posted on September 24, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

The agony of losing loved ones and not hearing their voices can be excruciating. We miss them deeply and long to see them and be with them again. Continue reading →

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Hope large enough to overcome death

Posted on August 30, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Where is there hope sufficiently encompassing to enable us to know that all our pain and suffering has not been in vain? Continue reading →

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Allured by love

Posted on July 18, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

He promises to draw us apart, for there he can best deal with us, and this separated place is not to be a Paradise, but a wilderness, since in such a place… Continue reading →

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When the storms hit…

Posted on July 16, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Truths to carry and guide us in difficult times. Continue reading →

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Nine things to know about widows

Posted on May 20, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

wise words of advice for those who care. Continue reading →

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You will be resurrected

Posted on March 22, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

How final is death? Should we expect to be resurrected? Continue reading →

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Remedy for a heavy heart

Posted on January 17, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

A heavy heart finds comfort and relief when we turn to the worship of praise. We have a great example of this from the disciple whom Jesus loved. Continue reading →

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When we feel vulnerable and weak

Posted on January 10, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

How to face the vulnerability of living, suffering, and dying in a finite, fragile and fallen world. Continue reading →

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Desiring Heaven – now…

Posted on May 26, 2021 by Wisdomforlife

God’s Spirit in me is the cause of my desire for a world filled with the presence of God and absent the things his presence will remove. Continue reading →

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A screaming room in every hospital

Posted on April 17, 2021 by Wisdomforlife

Unbelief doesn’t shout bewilderment at a personal God. It shouts at blind fate. Belief shouts at a faithful and loving Heavenly Father. Continue reading →

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