In this article we will consider how to develop a plan for discernment. The importance of personal discernment cannot be overstated, because those who are unable to distinguish right from wrong will likely fall into serious error. Christians need to realize that this error comes in many forms, and it often looks good at first […]
Psalm 4:7-8, “You have put more joy in my heart then they have when their grain and wine abound. In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.” I went to church camp every summer during high school. The five days at camp would be
In A Book of Comfort in Sickness, P.B. Power, P.B. writes, “Cheer up; God has a place for you. God has something for you to do, and to be, in His Kingdom. You are no poor trodden-down creature; you have a place and a name before God.” I struggled, and still sometimes do, with the
“I want my debit card back! Why can’t I have my debit card back?” Our 20-year-old son, Z., alternated between anger and puzzlement. Even the kind psychologist couldn’t get through to him. “You just got out of the hospital. You are recovering from a psychotic break. You aren’t able to handle your own money right
Job was a righteous man who suffered great destruction. Specifically, God sovereignly allowed Satan to take Job’s wealth, his children, and his physical health. Throughout the book of Job, we see Job and his friends engage in an extended dialogue, trying to process the painful thing that has happened. Most of Job’s speeches lament his
Elyse holds a certificate in biblical counseling from CCEF (San Diego) and an M.A. in Biblical Counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary. She has authored 23 books on daily living and the Christian life. Along with her husband, Phil, Elyse is a member of Valley Center Community Church, a Reformed congregation in the community of Valley
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