Crisis
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One day they may shower you with attention, ball their eyes out crying to you, go house hunting, and want nothing more than you and yours…all of you. The next day (or even the same) they go to work or the store, or back…
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Healing the Deepest Wounds and Breaking Free from Shame, Guilt, and Self-Sabotage “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” — Ephesians 4:32 Forgiveness is simple in theory, difficult in practice, and nearly impossible when the wound goes soul-deep. When trust has been betrayed, innocence has been stolen,…
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Grief, at its core, is the pain of loss. We often associate grief with funerals, tears, and the passing of a loved one, but grief wears many faces. Grief doesn’t always or only come tied to death. Sometimes it’s tied to dreams, roles, identity, or seasons. To seasons that changed before we were ready. Grief,…
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Have you been scrolling through your feed and felt a sudden wave of anxiety, heaviness, or sadness, without even knowing why? You’re not alone. Lately, our timelines have been flooded with heartbreak: the tragedy at the nightclub in the Dominican Republic, the helicopter crash in Manhattan, natural disasters, violence, and senseless loss. You may not…
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The Gospel in Action Life is busy. We have families to care for, careers to build, jobs to do, business to manage, ministries to lead, and homes to sustain as a clean and safe space. Some of us have bigger families than others, and the demands placed upon us feel endless. But in the midst…
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“Growth is Happening Beneath the Surface” You’re Growing Last May I was able to deliver a message to my congregation titled “April Showers Bring May Flowers: Bloom.” But the message went beyond spring, as I was lead to speak of the process and strength of the roots of a flower before it blooms and what…
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A Holistic Perspective Trauma is a profound emotional response to distressing or life-altering events. It can manifest in various forms and profoundly influence an individual’s physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. By understanding the types of trauma and their effects on different levels, we can better support individuals in their healing journey. This blog explores trauma…
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Beyond Feelings Love, in its truest form, is far more than an emotion that sweeps us off our feet. It’s not just about the butterflies or the thrill of excitement. While feelings of love can be powerful and intoxicating, the reality is that they come and go, and love in its mature state is sustained…
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A Reflection on 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Love is a word we hear and use so often, yet its true meaning is far deeper than what we commonly understand. In today’s world, love is frequently reduced to fleeting emotions or superficial gestures. We might hear someone say, “I love you,” but without actions that truly embody…
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Reflecting on my journey, I’ve come to recognize the role my own codependent tendencies played in forging what I once believed to be an ideal relationship. This match, which I was certain was destined for greatness, given our different backgrounds and upbringing instead became a source of profound turmoil during my years of marriage and…
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