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18 Sep 2018

Being Jesus…..

by Cathy Boyd Byrd | posted in: spiritual life | 0

“Sin remains sin, no matter how emotive or empathetic we might be towards the sinner. It does not matter if the sinner is ourselves, our nearest and dearest, friends, or strangers. All sin is worthy of death, and that must … Read More

compassion, sin, truth
9 Jun 2018

God’s Heart

by Cathy Boyd Byrd | posted in: blessing, Depression, spiritual life | 0

I had a call from someone who has struggled with depression for a decade or longer. A couple of times it has taken him to the dark, despairing edge of suicidal ideations. Thankfully, God was always there to bring him … Read More

compassion, emotions, tears
9 Aug 2015

What Gifts?

by Cathy Boyd Byrd | posted in: spiritual gifts | 0

This morning as we talked about stewardship of our time, talents, treasures, and truth, we detoured into a brief discussion of spiritual gifts….Someone asked what about the “gifts” of disabled/handicapped individuals …..Downs, autistic, cerebral palsy, etc…..What is their function in … Read More

compassion, disabilities, mercy, spiritual gifts
7 Jun 2015

Ministry of Compassion

by Cathy Boyd Byrd | posted in: The Church | 0

Several times during the Annual Conference meeting of the Alabama-West Florida UMC Conference, as deacons were talking among themselves I heard references to “compassion”. Compassion is part of the specific ministry of deacons, according to our church’s Discipline. What, exactly … Read More

compassion, Hebrews 2:19-20, Luke 4:18-19, ministry

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