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Although He died over 2,000 years ago, Jesus Christ is alive as ever today. Just as He went through great pain and agony only to rise again, He loves to take our difficulties and transform us in the same way. Suffering has a way of producing new life and healing as God's power touches it. Be encouraged as you read the following examples of transformation and healing in our own church family.

Tried by Fire
Mike's story of his family's experience in losing their home and possessions to a fire reminds us to be mindful of what is truly important in life.

Touching the Scars of the Past - By crying out to Jesus for wholeness today - Like Carolyn, we all have memories of past events we'd just as soon forget. Sometimes those events were deeply troubling and we resign ourselves to the thought that they will always hinder us. God, however, is a genius at touching those difficult scars, offering healing and transforming us in the process. Carolyn learned first hand how very true that is!

The Great Light of Jesus Draws Near During "Dark Nights of the Soul" - Lisa, an elementary school teacher, will tell you she has personally and dramatically experienced the sentiment of 1 Peter 1:1-10. Due to an unforeseen illness, she has walked on the very edge of death and seen God’s watchful eye upon her life in deep and mysterious ways. Her doctors concur that the healing of her body has been nothing less than a miracle–“a brand new life” given to her.

Hey! Who Turned Out the Lights?! - Have you ever felt like all the lights went out around you? Teresa had experienced that for years, spiritually and even literally in bad dreams. It was when she gave up searching for truth and light in other places that she met the One who “turned on the light”–the true Light in her life.

God Answers Prayer - Through “31 Days of Prayer & Fasting,” God placed one man on his knees. In his helplessness, he remembered crying out, asking for encouragement and direction. God graciously answered that prayer!

God is Faithful - Dan and Marcia and their family experienced the trials and testings of life, as well as some amazing miracles from God. Marcia shares their story.

Cancer - a Faith Building Experience - Toby is a survivor- literally. In 2002, she got the disturbing news none of us wants to hear-breast cancer. Throughout surgery, chemotherapy, and all the ups and downs of cancer treatment, Toby is a new person, both physically and spiritually.

The Road Back from the Edge - Jeff's shares his story of getting involved in an affair with a co-worker and how God revived his marriage. Read "The Road Back from the Call'" for Jeff's wife, Marcy's story.

The Road Back from "the Call" - Marcy shares her story of learning about her husband's affair with a co-worker and how God revived their marriage. Read "Back from the Edge" for Marcy's husband, Jeff's story.

A Mountain-Moving Story
by Cheri Fuller
Jesus often told stories to His disciples because storytelling is a wonderful way to convey truth. Here's a story that illustrates the power of persevering prayer. Gather your kids together and read this story to them. Then go through the discussion questions.

Serving the City Construction Team - Robbinsdale Women's Center
Read about the impact the Serving the City Construction Team ministry is making in our community

Gospel Music Celebration: Emily's Testimony
Is your heart open to worship and serve God in new ways. Read about someone who experienced transformation.