In recent weeks I have found myself (again) struggling with the tangled mess that is my family. I was contemplating deleting some of my posts that detail this semi-constant struggle as these posts just seem to pull the tangled mess tighter, increasing the possibility that it will never be untangled. However, these posts were not [...]
“The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you” Psalm 32:8 Criticism from others may cause wear and tear on your mental well being. Knowing how to manage this criticism can provide you the grace you will need while under fire. Here [...]
Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke fits perfectly, and the burden I give [...]
February 1, 2009 – 1:44 pm
Faith is believing and trusting in Jesus Christ, and reaching out to accept his wonderful gift of salvation. Sins confessed are sins forgiven. The focus of our faith should be on Christ and his saving actions, not on our own actions. We are saved only through faith in Christ, trusting him to forgive all our [...]
January 18, 2009 – 2:36 pm
Admit to yourself and to God that you fit the human pattern and frequently fail to live up to your own standards (much more to God’s standards). That’s the first step to forgiveness and healing. We cannot please God without a proper relationship with him. Make sure that your actions match your words. If you [...]
January 15, 2009 – 1:38 pm
Winter break is officially over. As soon as I finish this post I will be off and running with the first counseling clients of the new year. God understands my apprehensions about where he has placed me with this task. It’s my third year at it and I still question God’s judgment about being the [...]
January 11, 2009 – 1:38 pm
Is there any priority greater than God? The Bible is the only standard of truth. Evaluate all other opinions in light of its teachings. Often the sins we notice most clearly in others are the ones that have taken root in us. All of us must depend totally on God’s grace. Pray constantly that God [...]
January 7, 2009 – 2:08 pm
I have always loved the expression ‘Popcorn Thinking’. It’s when the thoughts and ideas in your head are popping around like popcorn being heated up to the point of bursting. That’s how I feel this morning. I have so many thoughts and ideas popping around in my head this morning that to put them all [...]
