Procrastination – And God’s Mercies
After reading these two Bible verses, I wanted to hug God—probably because I felt like He was hugging me through those verses. His Word reminded me that He loves me unconditionally.
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Guilty, But Forgiven
Thankfully, our heavenly Father knows us. He understands our pain. He sympathizes with our failures. When we allow Him to enter our dysfunction, we experience what it’s like to be whole. We discover the person we are in Him – because of Him.
Continue reading →The Emotional Toll of Abortions on Fathers
We often focus on those who have been victims of abortion – innocent babies, of course, and their mothers. But we rarely hear about how this tragedy affects dads. These “forgotten fathers” often bottle up their emotions, including grief, depression, anger and guilt – all of which can escalate to self-destructive behavior if they don’t seek counseling.
Continue reading →Do You Hate The ‘Bed’ You Made?
In my last column, I mentioned how important an accountability partner or group can be in leaving our old life behind so we can grow spiritually. Going it alone is so much more difficult. We need someone in our corner who’s praying and encouraging us to choose God-honoring behavior.
Continue reading →Is It Time To Have A Conversation With God?
Let’s ask God to give us a greater appreciation for His love and a healthier respect for His Word. Let’s invite Him to renew a right spirit within us, especially if we’re already developing a seared conscience. And most importantly, let’s give Him permission to reveal the lies we tell ourselves when we justify our actions.
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