The Lost Art of Lamenting
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When we try to rush past prayers of lament in order to live in praise and positive feelings, we miss out on the gifts and graces of lamenting.
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Glacial Moving's - A poem for Eugene
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A reflection on the gift and graces given through Eugene Peterson. A poem of thanks in his honor.
Read MorePlay Therapy - What is it?
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So what exactly is play therapy? How is a child sitting with a trained therapist and engaging in play a helpful resource? Read on to find out more.
Read MoreBrennan Manning - 4.34 - 4.13
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A poem written after the passing of my spiritual brother, mentor and father, Brennan Manning in April 2013.
Read MoreA Pornified White House
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President Trump seems to personify our pornified culture. So, what's wrong with that?
Read MoreSexual Healing...and Recovery
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If you find yourself impulsively acting out sexually in ways that go against your values, to the point of feeling hopeless, you're not alone. Many men and women have recovered and healed from sexual acting out and addiction. Here is a guide to help you get started.
Read More7 tips for happier Holidays
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The holidays have potential for great joy and great dread. Here are 7 tips to help make the holidays work for you.
Read MoreAt the Heart of the Opioid Epidemic
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The Opioid epidemic has many contributors, from prescription drug profits, high school football injuries, insurance companies, to false research supporting their prescription. But at the heart of this epidemic is a critical question:
What do you do with your pain?
Read MoreAbuse is 'In Here', not 'Out There'
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Abuse is far more often IN HERE than it is OUT THERE. Abuse always occurs within systems that allow for it. What are the characteristics of those systems? How often does abuse occur within the church, or under its nose?
Read MoreNever Stop Exposing Abuse
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Sexual abuse is not only commonplace in Hollywood institutions, but in our churches as well. You ought never stop exposing, fighting and holding abusers accountable, lest you be judged with them for your silence.
Read MoreThe singing mentor
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To be told stories is to be mentored. To grow up as a young man and hear stories from the old men is an invaluable gift, to be neglected those stories is to be malnourished and cursed. Here's a short reflection on how Tom Petty served in this role for me, as well as how we should serve in that role for others.
Read MoreGod's preference for the small
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God's eye is towards the small and insignificant. So, why isn't ours?
Read MoreHow to Know Your Child's Learning Style
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Every child learns best in their own unique way. Here is a guide to help you understand your child's learning style, so that you can do your best to meet their particular educational needs.
Read MoreFree Play for your Child's Health (and your sanity)
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Too much activity has been proven to be detrimental for children. So, how do we set up enough time for our children to engage in a healthy amount of free play?
Read MoreWhen Your Child Doesn't Make the Team - 6 Principles to help them grow
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What do you do when your child doesn't make the team? How can you help them cope with getting cut? Here are 6 principles to help them grow through the hurt and disappointment.
Read MoreFree to Love
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Paul talks a lot about our freedom in Christ, a freedom which he says is at its best when it's used to love others. Here are some reflections and actions in response to Paul's high view of freedom.
Read More5 Lies about Emotion, and why feelings are important
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How do you think emotion fits into your spiritual life? Is it helpful, harmful, neutral? Here is a look at five misunderstandings much of the American church seems to have about emotion, as well as an argument for why they are essential to your growth as a Christian.
Read MoreLove life, when loving's hard
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Why is loving so hard? How come marriage is so painful? How can you get past the pain?
Read MoreThe Commodity of Fatherhood
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A word of encouragement and calling to men, whether married, single or divorced. To father is to offer a great resource.
Read More5 New Ways to Say Good Morning
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How can you break the morning routine in order to connect with the people you love? Here are 5 simple ways to enhance your relationships at the start of the day.
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