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