Once you begin to settle the question of whether  God heals, another question often rises quietly behind it: “If I believe God wants me well… why does this still feel so hard?” That’s an honest question. And it’s one many people don’t feel free to ask. Healing isn’t just a moment—it’s most often a process. And learning how God heals helped our family walk that process with clarity, peace, and confidence instead of fear and confusion. I want to share some of what we learned—no

by Paula Black If you are facing cancer—or recovering from it—you may have asked this question in a quiet moment of honesty: “Is it really God’s will to heal me?” That question is foundational. Until it is settled in your heart, peace can feel elusive and faith can feel fragile. I want to begin by answering it clearly and gently: Yes. Healing is God’s will for you. This truth is not theoretical for our family. My husband, Dale, survived a devastating airplane crash that left

by Paula Black When I was told I had terminal cancer, prayer stopped being something I believed in — and became something I depended on. There are moments in life when fear is loud. When the challenge feels too heavy. When your future suddenly seems uncertain. And in those moments, many people don’t know what to pray — or even if prayer still works. I want you to know this from my own journey: prayer is the ace up your sleeve.  I didn’t overcome cancer by panicking. I didn’

by Paula Black Most Christians believe that God can  heal — yet very few actually see it happen. While faith in God’s power is common, personal experience with true healing is not. Many believers have never witnessed or received healing that is real, supernatural, and lasting. I’m not talking about something emotional, exaggerated, or temporary. I’m talking about true healing—that is genuine and permanent. Because so many have never experienced this, a quiet question often se

by Paula Black If you’re reading this today and believing God for healing, you’re not alone. At some point in life, every one of us will face something that challenges our health, our strength, or our sense of normal. Living in a physical body means we live in a world where things can break down—but that doesn’t mean we are without hope. Sickness was never part of God’s original plan. Disease entered the world after the fall of man, when sin brought separation from God. In ot

by Paula Black A new year always feels like a fresh breath—an invitation from God to pause, reflect, and choose again. Not perfection. Just intention . As I step into a new year, my prayer is simple, and I invite you to pray it with me: “Lord, show me one small thing I can do today to glorify You with my life.” Scripture reminds us that God works through our daily choices and obedience: “In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:6, NKJV)

Ending 2025 Strong and Stepping Forward in Hope By Paula Black | Winning Over Cancer As this year comes to a close, many of us are taking inventory—of our health, our choices, our faith, and the battles we never expected to fight. The last week of the year has a way of doing that. It invites reflection, but it also invites decision . For me, one of the defining trials of my life began with a cancer diagnosis. Something like that instantly shift your world. Suddenly, time feel

This season is a beautiful reminder that God sent His Son not only to save us, but to bring hope, healing, and new life.

When discouragement presses in and the future feels uncertain, faith becomes a choice. Paula Black shares how, in the face of a terminal cancer diagnosis, she learned to encourage herself in the Lord, lean on God’s Word, and refuse to quit. This message offers hope, biblical truth, and practical encouragement for anyone walking through hard seasons.

by Paula Black If you or someone you love has just been diagnosed with cancer, my heart is with you. I remember that moment in my own life—when I was told I had terminal cancer  and only months to live. The fear was overwhelming. But what God showed me in that season changed everything, and it’s what I want to share with you today: There is hope. Real, life-changing hope. Cancer Doesn’t Just “Happen” Through years of intense research (and I mean years), I learned a truth that

by Paula Black Stress shows up in all of our lives—sometimes big shockers but most often in small daily stresses like long lines, slow internet, interruptions, rude behavior, traffic, delays, and those constant notifications that never end. These daily occurrences may seems small, but together they drain your energy and chip away at your peace. For years, I pushed through stress without realizing what it was doing to my body. After my cancer diagnosis, I learned the shocking

By Paula Black — Winning Over Cancer Worry can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re facing illness, uncertainty, or pressure from every side. But God’s Word makes something very clear: worry is not meant to be part of a believer’s life. When I was walking through cancer, fear met me every single day. Questions flooded my mind constantly— Will I live long enough to see my children get married? Will I miss the milestones every mother hopes for? Am I making the right choice

By Paula Black — Winning Over Cancer When I was told I had advanced, terminal cancer — with only months to live — I was faced with a choice: accept what the doctors said and hope for the best, or believe what God said and activate my faith. That choice changed my life. How God’s Power Works Through Words Most people lose their battles — not because God isn’t willing, but because they don’t understand how to release His power. Possibly they believe the wrong things, and often

I often hear from people who say, “I’m eating healthy, but I’m not getting better. Why isn’t my diet enough to cure cancer?”Let me share something I learned firsthand: Diet is powerful—but it’s not the whole picture. There are many potential triggers to cancer.

Today, I’d like to share about something that saved my life and can transform yours—even in the middle of hardship. That something is joy . But what is joy, really? And how is it different from happiness? Happiness is that pleasant feeling we get when circumstances go our way—when life aligns with our desires. But happiness, as wonderful as it is, comes and goes. It’s tied to circumstances that can change in a heartbeat. Joy, however, is entirely different.  Joy is not depend

Are you one of those people who buy lottery tickets hoping that maybe—just maybe—this time you’ll be the lucky winner? Statistically, the odds are 1 in 175 million. Once I realized I had a greater chance of being struck by lightning than winning the lottery, I never bought another ticket. But let’s imagine a different scenario. What if you were told you had a 1 in 7 chance of “winning” something huge ? Odds like that might change your behavior, right? You’d probably take acti

God has given each of us free will, and with that comes the responsibility to choose. We are created to choose what thoughts we allow, what words we speak, and what actions we take. Will we choose to use those spiritual forces in agreement with Him—or not? Every decision, every word, and every thought either aligns us with God’s truth or drifts us away from Him toward defeat. When I was battling cancer, I chose to speak what God said about me: “I am healed.” Even when the man

Over twenty years ago, I was told I had only three to six months to live. Aggressive breast cancer was spreading through my body, and the doctors said there was nothing more they could do. But God had another plan. Today, I am still here—healed, alive, and grateful. Today I’d like to encourage you by starting with the same question Jesus asked a sick man in John 5: “Do you want to be made well?” That’s a powerful question, isn’t it? Jesus saw the man’s suffering and didn’t as

If you’re feeling run down, sluggish, or low on energy, you’re not alone. Many people—especially busy believers—struggle to balance their responsibilities while keeping their health strong. The good news? A few simple lifestyle changes can make a huge difference in your energy levels and overall well-being. These three tips are not an exhaustive list, but they are powerful starting points. In fact, my wife Paula used these very principles (and more) to help her body heal from

God has given us the incredible gift of free will. With that gift comes responsibility: to align our thoughts, words, and actions with Him. When we agree with God in our thinking, confess His promises with our mouths, and act in obedience with our bodies, we position ourselves for His healing power to work in our lives. When I was facing cancer, I didn’t deny what my body was experiencing, but I chose to agree with what God had already declared: I am healed.  Even before the