Dashed Dreams and Lowered Expectations

Dr. Tim AllchinFor Those Seeking HopeLeave a Comment

What should you do when those close to you don’t meet your perfectly reasonable expectations? Isn’t it pure frustration when you have communicated your reasonable expectation in a perfectly reasonable way and those close to you just don’t seem to even care what your expectations are. Perhaps those “close to you” are in your extended family, your marriage, your church … Read More

Redefining Dysfunctional Family Relationships

Krista BjorkFor Those Seeking Hope3 Comments

This article by Krista Lamber, M.A., appeared first here on her website and is used with permission. The TV binge of choice for my husband and I typically must involve some level of mystery. We escape from the demands of our life together by chatting about “whodunnit.” But, like many other Americans, we can’t help having a secret affection for “This … Read More

Hating Hate without Hating Haters: What did Jesus teach us about Hate?

Dr. Tim AllchinFor Those Giving Help, For Those Seeking Hope2 Comments

This was a tough week in our country.  In El Paso, Dayton, Chicago, and multiple other communities across the country, hatred was on full display as bullets flew.  The carnage and discourse over the last week has been unsettling as we all grapple with why our fellow citizens would delight in shooting up a retail store, night club, or a … Read More

My Weakness Is Not Wasted

MicKenzie CrowleyFor Those Seeking Hope1 Comment

This post is written by MicKenzie Crowley who counsels for Biblical Counseling Center. She shares her story of how loving guidance helped her find hope and healing. This experience helped her determine to pursue becoming a counselor to help others.