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Tag Archives: John 16:33

A World of Trouble

Steve Durkac Posted on January 8, 2025 by Steve DurkacJanuary 8, 2025

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” — John 16:33 NIV It’s rare, but once in a while I’ll meet a patient who has lived sheltered from hardship and suddenly finding themselves dealing with illness and suffering is … Continue reading →

Posted in Pastoral Reflections | Tagged devotional, John 16:33, Reflection, trials, trouble

8 Scriptures to Know for Pastoral Hospital Visits

Steve Durkac Posted on January 28, 2024 by Steve DurkacFebruary 4, 2024

There are eight Bible passages/verses that I keep close by when I’m called to a patient’s hospital room. I’ve never unloaded all of them in a single visit and I can’t image a situation where I would reference more than two or three. I’m sharing eight here because they cover the most difficult of circumstances, offering the most helpful insights … Continue reading →

Posted in Ministry Notes | Tagged Bible Promises, chaplain, Hebrews 9:27, hospital chaplain, hospital ministry, hospital visit, Isaiah 41:10, John 16:33, John 9:1-3, Matthew 13:24-30, pastoral care, pastoral ministry, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 46:1, Psalms 116:15, Scripture

Is Rudeness a Sign of the Times?

Steve Durkac Posted on September 8, 2023 by Steve DurkacFebruary 4, 2024

I recently heard a news story about the perceived rudeness among the public and especially from those who once were concerned about providing customer service. The news story shared some examples, cited the COVID lock down as the probable reason, and said the solution to this problem is for all of us to just keep to ourselves. While I agree … Continue reading →

Posted in Deeper Faith | Tagged 2 Timothy 3:1-4, End-Times, Galatians 5:22-23, John 16:33, last days, Mark 7:21-22, rude, rudeness, these times
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