I have a peace about it “I feel a peace about it…” This is a common phrase that people use in decision making… or at least that a lot of people who call themselves Christians use it… Is a feeling of peace a scriptural way of making a decision? Some passages: 2 Thess...
What is counseling? Recently I had an interesting interaction with a man who happens to be a client that was a great reminder of part of why I wanted to be trained to be a counselor years ago, and why I love having the role of a shepherd in people’s lives. I...
Being a great father is something that I have given this a lot of thought for years and especially this last year. One of the daughters in my life has given me the opportunity to think more deeply about these issues than I think I ever would have otherwise. It only...
Helping someone who has been laid off Obviously, when someone is laid off, it can be a tough situation for everyone involved. People left behind are generally left with more work to do with less resources. Further, those still at work may feel a little guilty at the...
The Freedom to Choose Have you ever wondered, “Why did God put the tree in the Garden of Eden if He knew that Adam and Eve would sin? Why would God give us freedom He knows we would abuse?” It’s really a fair question. And a rather rational one. If God...
How do I calm my child during a temper tantrum? We have all been there before. You’re sitting at the grocery store, and your child sees something they want. Before you even have a second to distract them, your little one is in an all-out explosion of anger. Your...
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