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Changing Negative Thinking
We need to fill our minds with what is accurate and factual regarding ourselves. Since our thoughts shape who we are, we must be concerned with thinking about the truth. When our thoughts accurately reflect the truth of Scripture and we practice meditating on what it says regarding who we are, it changes us permanently.
How Should I Respond if my Child Sees Porn?
When your child is sees pornography, it is an opportunity for two things. It is a teaching opportunity, and it is a gospel opportunity.
God Cares for Me- A children's book review.
As a parent I appreciate stories that help children trust God in real-life situations. As a counselor I love resources that can help families turn the challenges kids face into gospel opportunities. God Cares for Me does both!
What's So Great about the New Year?
Here we are again. We have been here before and Lord willing we will be here again. A new year. Why do people make such a big deal about the turn of a calendar day?Celebrating new is a small picture of what we will one day know in full. New is a gift that should be stewarded well. It is a treasure not to be taken for granted.
Women, Depression, and the Pandemic | Five Tips to Help the Downcast
Living in a fallen world has dispiriting effects. The Bible shares firsthand stories of the depressed. Words such as downcast, discouraged, fainthearted, and troubled describe the darkness of depression that believers experience. Despite how heavy the present moment seems, it doesn’t disqualify you from future hope.
Making Your Counseling Experience More Effective
Counseling is an important decision. There are a few things you can do to make sure you get the most out of the experience. These things may seem simple but they go a long way toward effective counseling sessions.
Biblical Counseling Wounds, Abuse, and EMDR
I was invited to sit down for a chat with Elyse Fitzpatrick and Eric Schumacher, authors of the book Worthy; Celebrating the Value of Women. On this podcast I discuss three areas of unique importance and interest. What should we do when people are hurt by biblical counseling, important things to understand about abuse, and EMDR therapy. Listen in as I share what I have learned and am still learning.
Perfectly Imperfect
I’m so excited to announce that I will be speaking at the online Perfectly Imperfect Christian Parenting Event on October 23-24th. This completely digital event was designed for parents like you as a time to set aside perfection and receive the practical and spiritual help we need, in an easy and accessible format.
Responding to Someone Hurt by Biblical Counseling
Not everyone’s experience with biblical counseling is positive. As counselors, we must be willing to admit that sometimes people encounter poor applications of biblical counseling. When that happens here are some practical tips.
What is EMDR therapy? - Speak Truth Podcast
In this podcast Eliza Huie sheds light on EMDR therapy from a biblical counselor's perspective. Take a listen to this fascinating conversation that is sure to be a helpful resource for believers who have questions about EMDR therapy.
When Stay-at-Home Orders Increase Threat
Stay-At-Home regulations, while helpful to prevent the spreading of a virus, can increase the emotional and physical danger for those living in abusive relationships.
What Pastors Should Know About the Women They Shepherd
I really want to encourage pastors to know that women actually want to learn. We want to know theology well. We want to study it. We want to be invested in our own path of growing in our own faith. Include us in the general teaching and training that you would for men because there really is no gender difference when it comes to learning solid, deep theology.