Sometimes life is overwhelming – sickness, death, divorce, mental anguish,  … We have been through life’s tough times too and know you need something to help get you through.

Hangin’ on Faith is here to provide hope and encouragement during those times. We are reaching out to help in various ways.  On this website are stories from real people who may have gone through similar situations. Sometimes reading about how someone else has prevailed will give you the strength and encouragement to make it through too. Read our stories to gain hope for yourself or share with another.  Most storytellers are even available for contact for more personal help and sharing. 

 Knowing there is a way to make it through a difficult time may provide a ray of hope...  

Newsletters Archive

Newsletter- January 2010

Accomplishing Goals

By Eric, Raleigh


Shortly after graduation from high school I joined the US Merchant Marines. During this period, I commenced smoking cigarettes, drinking whiskey, and cursing like the sailor I was. r-in-law) which blessed me by allowing me to "See" faith.

Several years passed, then I met and married my beautiful wife, Lorraine. I remained in the Merchant Marines, still smoking, drinking, and cursing. Except for the long separations, Lorraine and I were doing fine. Finally, because the hardships of the long separations were making life so difficult for my family, I retired from the Merchant Marines and accepted employment with Duke University. Things were much smoother, but I kept on living my old sailor lifestyle.

Five years later, life changed again, Lorraine accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. That didn't change me though, I still continued my old ways. Lorraine changed.

Read the rest of Eric's story

Happy New Year to you and yours!!

2010 - Wow! To me "Y2K" seems like it was just yesterday. This is the time for New Year's resolutions. I'm normally not into that - I believe I could choose to lose weight and start working out at any time of the year. But, if the New Year is an encouragement to others to make a change - like working on removing some harmful habit or adding something healthy into your life - well, then I'm all for that.

The man in our featured story this month didn't use the New Year as his reason for change. He wanted to make some changes in his life and he certainly accomplished his goals. He chose to work together with the One with all the power, Our Heavenly Father. And, as you will read, he accomplished all of his goals.

As you consider making changes to improve your life, I'd encourage you to considering adding a quiet time each day if you don't already have one. Spend some time praying and reading God's word to learn more about Him and the desires He has for you. When I am able to accomplish that one goal - it is a great day! Or maybe this year you can volunteer to help a ministry. (I have a favorite that I'd like to suggest - we'd like your help. And you can even work from home, even if it is in Texas where our newsletter manager lives or India where our web master lives!)

Seriously, consider your talents and passions and look around for those you could help, and then get involved. The results can be amazing - not only for those you help but for the blessings you'll see in your own life as well. Strive to make 2010 the best year ever. And when things don't go your way - remember Hangin' on Faith is here to help you get through whatever it is.

Praise the Lord! "He is my loving God and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer......" Psalm 144:2

Kathy Wood
President

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