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People and Circumstances

If only I had more money, then I would be content. If only she would respect me as I deserve, then I would treat her better. If only I could lose these 10 pounds, then I would be so happy. If only my candidate wins the election, then I wouldn’t... Read More

Something We Can All Agree On-We have a problem

I do not think there is one person in the world right now that would say we are living in a perfect place without the need for change. I think everyone would agree with me that we have a problem. What we disagree on is the problem itself and any... Read More

Faithfulness in Cultural Chaos

Culture is the way a group of people lives together based upon what they believe. No doubt, as you see the news or your social media feed, you have noticed that our culture is screaming louder and louder. Some of the screams are heartbreaking; sin is devastating. Some of the... Read More

IPI: A Mediation Tool

Back in October I took a specialized course on Reconciliation at a counseling center in Jacksonville. This specialized training was so helpful as we studied topics such as listening skills, forgiveness, and mediation. As a counselor, I felt very comfortable with the topic and the information; however this course showed... Read More

How Does A Believer Increase In Faith?

Introduction In my previous articles on faith, we’ve examined the rational, foundational and dependable nature of faith. We then looked at how someone gets Biblical faith. We looked at God being both the source and object of true faith as well as obedience being the identifying mark of Biblical saving... Read More

Thoughts on the loss of Jackie and Daniel’s baby

We found out yesterday that Daniel and Jackie’s precious baby left this world and entered into the presence of God. My heart broke for my sister. Her sobs on the phone revealed a broken heart. Hopes of the joys that this new life would bring, ended. We still have hope... Read More