Navigating the Christian Counseling Path to Healing Without Exhaustion Imagine coming to someone with your burdens who is truly never tired of listening to you, never weary from the weight of your suffering, able to endure every tedious detail and keep every tear. This is Christ our Savior—the one who invites us to "come unto … Continue reading Christian Counseling: A Journey, Not a Sprint
Death of a Spouse, Part III
Afterward Abraham buried his wife Sarah in the cave in the field of Machpelah near Mamre (which is at Hebron) in the land of Canaan.[Genesis 23:19 NIV] Introduction Today marks the 3rd Wedding Anniversary that will pass since Heidi's death and what would have been our 10th wedding anniversary. I write these special notes in memory of … Continue reading Death of a Spouse, Part III
I am in pain and distress
As hard as it is for us to accept, we must arrive, by the Spirit's help, to the belief and conviction that relief from pain and distress is not the most important thing we need. Relief is good but God's salvation is better.
How to remember those we love when we grieve
The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.Proverbs 10:7 (ESV) Some memories of those in our past are best left not to be remembered. In fact, according to this proverb, it is expected. The name of the wicked will rot. This is not proverbial. This is literal but … Continue reading How to remember those we love when we grieve
Consider the Wildflowers
The further we consider the wildflowers, the more the doors open up in our heart to seeing the gospel. Jesus wants you to consider wildflowers because he wants you to be captivated by his love and provision for you.
A Comfort Received
Introduction: March 28th is the first anniversary of my late wife going to glory. Her name was Heidi. And that is how best to put it that she is in glory. She is not dead but with the Lord. Though we wait for the resurrection of the body (1 Cor 15:42), we know in the … Continue reading A Comfort Received
Transformed by the Power of the Gospel
Transformation by the power of the gospel is a transformation wrought by the work of Spirit of Christ in us as we come to him according to his invitation. Transformation by the power of the gospel bears certain kinds of fruit that enable us to know whether transformation is occurring; whether Christ is supplying our needs according to his promise.
Have you ever been a victim of racism?
Have you ever been a victim of racism or felt like you were treated differently because of your skin color?
Eight Things to Meditate on During COVID-19
Part 2 of 2 MEDITATE ON ALL THAT GOD HAS DONE Psalm 143:5 - I remember the days of old; I meditate on all that you have done; I ponder the works of your hands. Tweet What all has God done? Aside from creating heaven and earth and all that is in it; aside from … Continue reading Eight Things to Meditate on During COVID-19
Rest for the Weary
The weary in heart, the burdened soul; the man and woman who've been beaten up with temptation and struggling with the sin to manage life on their own terms can find the needed rest in Jesus. Jesus knows our soul-need and is ready to provide rest for the weary.
Eight Things to Meditate on During COVID-19
Part 1 of 2 INTRODUCTION As time rolls on over the last two weeks, it's increasingly apparent that anxiety, fear, worry, and doubt about the future are sinking deeper and deeper into people's hearts. As a christian counselor, I find myself concerned for those who may already be prone to feeling anxious, even when there … Continue reading Eight Things to Meditate on During COVID-19
Does God Heal All Diseases?
Does God Heal All Diseases? The accommodations humanity is making for one another to ensure total safety and security is admirable. Yet, one thing rings true as we face this terrible disease known as 'COVID-19' - only a healing on the surface, of the body, scratches the surface of what humanity really needs - a healing of the soul.
Depressed Since My Youth
As you love your friend and bear the burden of their depression, you are replacing their friendship with darkness with a holy communion of the light of Christ.
Clear the Stage – Ross King
As killing sin cost Christ his life in pain, so killing the sin in your heart will cost you your life in pain.