Cancer Companions

Today is the final day of the Cancer Companions Prayer-A-Thon -- and we are ending it with full hearts and deep gratitude.

1,400 prayers offered. 140% of our goal.
14 out of 14 prayer teams raised funds. Every single one.
$18,225 raised -- and we are just $1,775 from the finish line.

This is the last day to help us close that gap. If you have been on the fence about giving, today is your moment. Every dollar goes directly toward ensuring no cancer patient walks alone -- not just this week, but all year long.

Give today and help us finish what we started: cancercompanion.org/hope-builder-form

Thank you for every prayer. Thank you for every dollar. Thank you for showing up.

Day 163 of 365. Battle Ready #2 of 5 - A Firm Foundation by Thomas Sherrod.

“Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place” (Ephesians 6:14 NIV).

I knew I was possibly in for a tough day. Yesterday, a young man from the adolescent mental health unit where I worked had leveled a direct threat to me and a few other staff members. I was dressing for work. What would I wear? I decided to be ready for anything. A thick flannel shirt with a leather belt were two of the items I chose to don for the uncertainty ahead. Who knew if I would be confronted with physical assault? The young man was obviously hurting and in need of emotional care. However, with his history of violence, the risk of a physical altercation was real. My eyes were open, and I was prepared.

Read the full devotional at https://www.cancercompanion.org/365-devotional-blog/battle-ready-2-of-5-a-firm-foundation