Introducing a New Series: ‘On Our Bookshelf’
We each have a unique list of go-to book recommendations that we think our clients might find beneficial.
Shame, Shame, Shame [Part 1]
Shame was the topic that was addressed at our latest Frontlines: Counseling Conversations for Church Leader seminar. This blog series serves as a follow up to that event and is also an attempt to confront shame head-on.
The Waiting World Rejoices
weary of their waiting. (Doesn’t sound much different from us, right?) They longed for the Messiah who had been promised to them and who would be able to crush the head of the serpent. On that dark night, the angels appear to lowly shepherds to announce that the plan of redemption has been set in motion.
Freedom from False Guilt
We have been set free from the imprisonment of guilt and shame, so what is it that keeps us there? Guilt can be broken down in two ways, true guilt and false guilt.
The Center of the Universe
We exist revolving around God even though our minute perspective can lead us to think we are the center of the galaxy. How does our life change once we know the truth?
Finding Hope in Hopelessness
It’s easy to get stuck in a place of hopelessness when it seems like you are fighting alone. If you find yourself here today, I ask that you consider these three points as you reflect on your situation.
Revealing Family Secrets
So how do you decide when or how to discuss family secrets? Here are three factors you should consider before “letting the cat out of the bag”.
Dysfunctional Self-Care Repeats Itself
Ask anyone who uses porn or smokes weed or some other life-controlling behavior how they feel soon after his or her latest use and the common answer is ashamed, embarrassed, fearful or worthless. Those specific feelings: shame, embarrassment, fear or worthlessness are among our most painful feelings.
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