Embracing ‘Unwanted Seasons’: Ruth Chou Simons

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The Story Behind the Song: ‘I Can Only Imagine’

MercyMe lead singer, Bart Millard, grew up fearing his abusive father, but everything changed when his dad was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. After losing his father to the disease, Bart struggled with grief and questions about Heaven that eventually inspired him to write the ...  Show more

A Thatcher Aide, an IRA Bomb, and the Power of Forgiveness

Harvey Thomas was sound asleep in a hotel when a bomb planted by the Irish Republican Army (IRA) exploded directly under him. He was catapulted through the roof of the building and buried under ten tons of rubble.As a follower of Jesus Christ, Harvey realized he needed to forgive ...  Show more

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