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One of the heaviest loads we bear as humans is grief. Grief is defined as “intense emotional suffering caused by loss, disaster, misfortune, etc.; a deep sadness.” The word comes from the Latin root meaning “to burden,” emphasizing the extreme…
Read MoreMy Story was Not Over
It was May 27th, 1998, and I felt like I was living in a deep, dark trench. I was finishing my sophomore year of college but had lost all awarded scholarships because of my heavy drinking and doing drugs nearly…
Read MoreEmotional Exhaustion
I write this mostly to those task-oriented, high-A personalities out there who, like me, can run ragged and deplete your energy quickly and feel emotional, physically, mentally, and spiritually exhausted!! So consider a question for me – “WHY?” Why do…
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Brother!
Today would’ve been Keith’s 53rd birthday. Even after 28 years past his suicide I still acknowledge his birthday and still grieve for him. My children are reaching those mature years of their lives when they ask questions about him and…
Read MoreHard to Live in the Present
In the depths of my counseling courses this semester, I came across a beautiful excerpt by H.J.M. Nouwen that I want to share with you: It is hard to live in the present. The past and the future keep harassing…
Read MoreHealed People Heal People
Someone once said that “hurt people hurt people, but with God’s grace, healed people heal people.” I find this all too familiar and true! Paul advised in Romans 12:19-21 that we should not take revenge but instead leave room for…
Read MoreI know what it’s like to go to war…and be free!
In the middle of counseling training a few weeks ago, one of my peers reflected on a piece of testimony I shared about my childhood abuse and it made me really think. She said, “You know what it’s like to…
Read MoreDo We Engage or Do We Avoid?
This morning, I sit in my classroom reflecting on a conversation I had with a man at the Passion Conference I attended last week. It was my third day serving, and I was already worn out from the early morning…
Read MoreGod is Leading You
Even if you are not reading your Bible daily, God is leading you and guiding you each and every day with people, choices, and opportunities He puts in front of you. In our society we have learned to react instead…
Read MoreYouth Suicide
Take two minutes this evening and think about a young person in your life that could be struggling with depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts. Maybe they haven’t seemed themselves lately. Pray for them. Pick up the phone and call them…
Read MoreOur Detox Adventure
My perspective on health was extremely influenced by my two body-building brothers I admired during my childhood. I saw them eat tons of protein and cut out junk food to build muscle to achieve their ideal bodies. When I lost…
Read MoreA Warrior for God
In Biblical times, a Warrior for God was one who followed the hundreds of laws set forth during the time of Moses, including the sacrifices required throughout the year. It was a daunting task! When Jesus spoke to the Pharisees,…
Read MoreGrief is Not an Event
The holidays can be challenging for those who have experienced loss. A deep sadness clouds our minds, hardens our hearts, and steals our joy during a season that is meant to represent peace and hope. Grief is not an event…
Read MoreChoose Joy
Are you facing challenges in your life right now? Jesus told his disciples in John 16:33 that they will face trouble and persecution but reminded them that He has overcome the world. When we focus on the pain and the…
Read More“Get Up”
The chorus of this song came to me after a friend’s husband passed away and she could not work her way out of the valley of the shadow of death. Bitterness and grief consumed her, and for months I wanted…
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Christian vs. Christian
Thomas Jefferson said “peace is that glorious moment in time when everyone stops and reloads”. This is so true today when there are so many controversies and agendas and divisions in our society. No peace and no unity. We can’t…
Read MoreGot Jesus?
He is always there waiting for you to sit at his feet and listen to his teaching.
Read MoreI Wish I Could Be Blameless!
Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord.
Read MoreNew Year with the Word
Increasing your knowledge in Christ allows you to grow closer to Him.
Read MoreThe Aftermath of Suicide
On December 9, 2014, I found my wife dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
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