

S. Mark Palmer: Return unto Me … That I May Heal You
9 snips Jun 13, 2025
Explore the significance of 'roots' in spiritual understanding, likening it to gardening and the complexity of spiritual challenges. Hear personal stories about resilience and belief, including a powerful tree from Hawaii. Discover how faith transforms journeys and the importance of gratitude. Gain insights into nurturing spiritual growth through daily practices like prayer, while recognizing the divine influence in our lives. Finally, learn about the profound impact of timely support and how reaching out can strengthen community bonds.
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Tree roots show resilience
- Emily Belle Freeman shares a story about two trees illustrating root strength and recovery after adversity.
- One tree's stump was hard to remove due to deep roots; another in Lahaina, Hawaii began to regrow leaves after wildfires.
Belief fuels faith growth
- Believing in someone's potential encourages faith and growth.
- Peter's question "to whom shall we go?" reminds us to turn to Christ in times of doubt.
Belief at the fridge changed life
- A simple act of belief changed a friend's life trajectory from struggle to missionary service.
- Hearing "God has a great work for you" sparked years of change culminating in mission papers.