Five. For cancer survivors that number is like the Mt. Everest of milestones. Statistics prove that reaching that mark without a recurrance represents so much more in terms continuing to survive and thrive after cancer. So, I’ve reached five…and that’s a good thing. Five is...
October 30, 2014 "Making the Most of YOUR Now!" Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15-16 (NIV) In January 2006, Dr. John Piper was diagnosed with prostate cancer. On the eve...
At what point does one officially become a cancer survivor? I believe that anyone who has had cancer is a survivor from the very moment they receive the diagnosis. News like that could have literally scared me to death. But it didn’t. Then I began thinking...
“You have cancer.” That’s a sentence that will strike fear in your heart. Cancer is one of those “Goliath” kinds of things- big, looming, loud, threatening. For anyone who hears the word cancer associated with his or her own name it’s flat out scary- even for...
It’s October. The first full month of autumn. The month that brings us cooler weather, a beautiful change of color in the trees, the World Series, pumpkin everything… and lots and lots of PINK, reminding us that October is also “Breast Cancer Awareness Month.” I...
Like so many of you, I am grieved over the death yesterday of beloved actor, Robin Williams. And while I celebrate his life by remembering his brilliant life’s work, I can’t help but pose the questions that I’m sure many are wondering: • What happens...
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Friends, Recently, I traveled to Toronto, Ontario, Canada to tape a segment with 100 Huntley Street- a Christian daily talk show that airs on television stations throughout Canada and the United States. The trip was great. I met the most wonderful people- along the way, throughout my...
Pain. It’s inevitable. It’s unpredictable. You walk this planet long enough and you’re going to experience some pain. It is the great equalizer, as it shows no partiality, aiming at anyone and everyone regardless of status. It comes in many forms, many strengths, and it’s...
LISTEN Click HERE to listen or download Punky's podcast in iTunes. Talking Points: (Visit BibleGateway.com for easy scripture reference!) 1. Read Matthew 9:36-38 What's the first place you tend to look when you are struggling and in need of some real help? 2. Read Hebrews 4:2 in The Living Bible How active is your...