Paul’s big challenge to believers …
Have you ever been completely consumed with achieving a particular goal for yourself? A fellow by the name of Cline became obsessed with maximizing his fuel mileage, […]
03
Feb
2018
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James Scott, Jr.
02
Feb
2018
What broken people need …
It bothers me when preachers dabble in pop psychology or “preach” motivational seminars. It bothers me as a fellow minister, knowing preachers should be preaching the Gospel […]
01
Feb
2018
Is compassion in your blind spot?
Every driver can attest to an amazing — and dangerous — experience: that of getting another driver in their “blind spot.” That’s when another vehicle aligns themselves […]
31
Jan
2018
Just because you can doesn’t mean you should …
I know a fellow who succeeds at most anything he tries. You’ve probably known people like this as well. Those people with a mix of gifts, talents, […]
29
Jan
2018
When God has your back …
Rare is the Christian who awakes each day mindful that we live in the midst of spiritual battle that will last our lifetimes. Instead, from the moment […]
26
Jan
2018
The folly of foolishness …
I was absolutely flabbergasted this morning when I first saw the photo posted above. Why in the world would someone build a home situated so that the […]
20
Jan
2018
It is possible to live well with difficult mental illness diagnoses …
As a Christian therapist, I serve people who are wrestling with some of life’s most pressing challenges, including diagnoses of difficult mental illnesses. The good news is, […]
08
Jan
2018
BOOK REVIEW: My kind of Bible, just not my favorite translation …
I’ve never been a fan of the “NIV,” or New International Version Bible, but millions of people are. If you like this translation and are looking for […]
04
Jan
2018
Enmeshment creates a dysfunctional family …
You may have heard the phrase “helicopter parent,” referring to a parent who is always “hovering” around their child, never giving them any personal space or freedom […]
03
Jan
2018
Understanding the cognitive development of your children will help you be a better parent …
For years I taught a parenting seminar for churches and large child care companies that focused on two things: understanding your child’s God-created temperament, and understanding the […]