Category Archives: Mind

Silence and solitude needed

Posted on June 29, 2013 by

The practices of silence, solitude and secrecy are indispensable parts of spiritual transformation. But quietness seems to be an endangered quality. In a media saturated culture (dominated by technology), these disciplines seem to be increasingly at risk. Continue reading →

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Renewing of the mind

Posted on March 27, 2013 by

  Two mind-sets or two ways of thinking or seeing things.  Romans 8:5-9 “Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit. So … Continue reading →

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A connection you must make

Posted on March 10, 2013 by

Have you ever made the connection between Romans 12:2 and 12:3? It’s somewhat unexpected but absolutely essential to spiritual transformation. Notice the connection: v. 2 – “be transformed by the renewing of your mind (your way of thinking)” v. 3 – … Continue reading →

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The anatomy of normal sadness

Posted on January 30, 2013 by

Life is hard when you feel like you’re stuck in a flight pattern you can’t get out of.
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Moving from anxiety to peace

Posted on December 11, 2012 by

Anxiety can trouble our minds and distract us from the normal flow of life. Anxiety can be anything from annoying to distracting to debilitating. It can also be caused by and effect physical conditions. Continue reading →

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Guard your minds

Posted on June 24, 2012 by

This one is a little deeper but please take the time to follow carefully what I am offering. Continue reading →

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Counseling and the findings of Neuroscience

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

Evangelicalism has significant stake in the decision-making nature of human beings. Terms like belief and unbelief; obedience and disobedience are part of a Biblical grammar of responsibility. Culpability and accountability are essential in relation to the bad news about sin; … Continue reading →

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