Depression and shame are two words which often go together. We tend to be ashamed of any type of mental illness and react differently to it than other types of illness. What does depression feel like? When I experience my depression it makes me completely unmotivated and dissatisfied with everything. I cannot think of a…
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When you follow Jesus, one of the things you desire is spiritual growth. To know him better and follow him more closely is important. In a world of accelerating desire for quick solutions there is an age-old catalyst for spiritual growth. Growth means change. All growth involves change at some level. So, what is this…
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Faith is credited with not only salvation but healing and deliverance in the pages of the Bible. Why don’t we see more of these miracles today in an era of increased mental and physical illness? Some believe that miracles such as this no longer happen and that they were confined to the age of the…
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Compassionate action is both demanding and essential in the life of the follower of Jesus. It requires determination, empathy, emotions and, for most people, places them well outside their comfort zone. Western culture grows more critical, confrontational and judgmental every day. It is clear that those suffering and most in need of help are often…
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