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In the Grip of a Great Happiness
How audacious to claim, “I have life without lack because the Lord is my shepherd.” That’s the point of Psalm 23 according to Dallas Willard
April 9, 2018
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Jesus Scorned Your Shame
At times we all feel inadequate, insignificant, less than, or unloved because of some deficiency, real or merely felt. We may fall into a pit
March 26, 2018
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The Voice of Love to Overcome Self-Hatred
What do you hate the most about yourself? What is the thing about you that most frustrates and embarrasses you? The thing you wish you
March 5, 2018
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You Are Unforsaken! (a Resource for Lent)
The seven last words of Jesus cry out, “You are unforsaken by God!” But tragically we don’t hear them that way. We need a new
February 5, 2018
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“Fear Not” Says an Alcoholic Ex-Priest
Brennan Manning insisted “the God-revelation of Jesus” removes fear and worry. Yet, he also admitted to a fear of abandonment going back to his childhood.
October 30, 2017
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Her Solace Was in Wine More Than Jesus
“I’m here because my husband thinks I have a drinking problem,” said Lisa (not her real name). “And he’s crazy! I have my drinking under
October 2, 2017
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Helping People Understand You
In a conflict situation it’s easy to get entangled in what the other person is doing that upsets me. But that’s not helpful — it
September 4, 2017
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Calming Emotional Triggers
Have you ever had a trauma from your past triggered? I have! “Trauma” may sound dramatic — I wasn’t in a war or abused. As
July 31, 2017
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Love for God Cures Our Shame! (St. Francis’ Prayer of Devotion)
“Those who look to the LORD are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame.” (Psalm 34:5) What a promise! As I shared on my
June 26, 2017
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He Lost His Pulpit and Found His Heart
Empathy. Tender-hearted concern for our feelings. We all need it — especially when we’re hurting. But sometimes we lose touch with our heart’s need. “I
April 22, 2017
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