Would you like to understand anger in yourself and in others? Sign up for RESTORE: Anger Workshop. This workshop is free! What Is RESTORE? RESTORE: Anger Workshop will feature three weeks of help and hope for those who struggle with anger within or around them. Learn how God’s Word diagnoses the reasons for an angry heart and how to change, … Read More
Lord’s Protection from Harm (Part 1)
Does God guarantee protection from harm? Guest writer Jeff Forrey — and former counselor at BCC — looks at Psalm 91’s claim, “no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent.” He helps Christians understand this psalm, especially those who’ve who’ve experienced a tragedy, such as an unexpected divorce or death in the family. Jeff’s article appeared first … Read More
The Prince Slays Your Evil Enemies
Prince Jesus woos His chosen with a holy love. He assures the “princess” that she’s secure and crushes her false lovers. When Satan feeds her lies, the Prince guides her to repentance and true heart change, for God’s glory and her god. Donna Hart, PhD, first shared this article here and is used with permission. It is inspired by Dr. … Read More
6 Strides Toward Forgiveness
Forgiveness: How do you forgive someone who has who has wronged you? Pastor Colin Smith shares six strides toward forgiveness. The article appeared first here on Unlocking the Bible is reprinted with permission. Imagine standing right next to a hurdle on a race track. You can’t jump a hurdle from a standing start. You have to take a run at it. … Read More
Bullying: A Deadly Poison in Marriage
Bullying in marriage is never God’s desire. Bullied spouses learn to be quiet, say “I’m sorry,” and try harder. Find out what to do if you’re married to a bully in this post by guest writer Karen Gaul, whose article appeared first here on The Biblical Counseling Coalition website. It is used with permission. (IMPORTANT: If you are in physical danger … Read More
Grief: How to Survive When You Hurt Deep
Grief hurts. It’s a process. Jesus bore grief. There IS hope. In this article by Donna Hart, PhD, which appeared first here on her website, she provides comfort and hope for you. As human beings, we all have one thing in common: we experience grief to one extent or another. Grief is something we all face. Grieving is not a … Read More
Sherry Allchin on Biblical Counseling
Biblical Counselor Sherry Allchin, MABC, shares her story with Ellen Castillo, a Biblical Counselor and the Director of Word of Hope Ministries, Inc., on behalf of Biblical Counseling for Women. As the biblical counseling movement expands, so do the opportunities for women to serve in a variety of ways as Biblical Counselors. Sherry Allchin is one of the women chosen for … Read More
LAUNCH: How to Start a Counseling Ministry!
LAUNCH helps your church start a counseling ministry, and it begins with a Kick-Off weekend. What does a LAUNCH Kick-off weekend look like? I am just returning from a LAUNCH weekend in New York state and thought you might like to “see” it in action. A while back Calvary Baptist Church in Riverhead, NY, located on the north shore of Long … Read More
Rebuilding Trust After a Deep Hurt
Rebuilding trust takes time when someone— a husband or wife, a close friend—has deeply hurt you. Do you fear forgiving the one who hurt you? Forgiving a person who has sinned against us means that we will no longer hold the sin against the offender. It does not mean that the relationship returns to where it was before. Often a … Read More
