Category Archives: Counseling

A word to Christian counselors

Posted on April 21, 2023 by Wisdomforlife

Starting a conversation… __________________________________________ Steve Cornell

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We fear people because…

Posted on February 11, 2023 by Wisdomforlife

As we grow older, sometimes we let people become too big in our eyes. Continue reading →

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Self-hatred

Posted on February 3, 2023 by Wisdomforlife

I often meet people who do life with an underlying self-loathing. They sometimes appear confident and nice on the surface, but for those who try to get close to them, it’s a different story. Continue reading →

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Understanding human behavior

Posted on December 20, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

What is the starting point for breaking cycles of destructive behavior? Continue reading →

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Dealing with anxiety

Posted on November 12, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Anxiety distorts our ability to focus on God and to experience His protective shield of His peace. Continue reading →

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A difficult ministry of love

Posted on November 6, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Four truths about being an instrument of godly sorrow. Continue reading →

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Great leaders battle depression

Posted on August 17, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Should the power of depression be more than ordinary, do to think that all is over with your usefulness. Continue reading →

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Normal sadness or depressive disorder?

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Have we lost our ability to distinguish biologically based depression from normal sadness? Continue reading →

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How to be a caring friend

Posted on February 25, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Guidelines for being a caring friend – especially when offering counsel to others.

Answers won’t help if we don’t understand the actual problem. Sympathetic and discerning ears are key to caring for others. Continue reading →

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Expectation→ Disappointment→ Anger → Resentment

Posted on January 5, 2022 by Wisdomforlife

Don’t miss seven steps for uprooting bitterness and dealing with revenge. Continue reading →

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