Before the age of 28 Deborah was divorced 3 times. She had no idea that failure can lead to success at that time. And, after her third divorce, for the next 4-5 years she was mad at life and men. Then she started listening to God. Part of her restoration was Hope for the Family, created by Dr. Marlin Howe, which ...
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Titus chapter 2 verses 1 and 3-5 clearly state that REAL women are TOUGH - Tender, Open-hearted, Ultimate Godlike Helpers (TOUGH). REAL women are TOUGH and are as rare as REAL men. REAL women are: Loving, Virtuous, and Submissive. The Word of God does not support how the world speaks to women. The world is ruled by Satan (John 14:30, 1 Peter 5:8), and he does not want women ...
In the digital age, advice is readily available at our fingertips. From Reddit relationship advice threads to self-help books, there's no shortage of guidance on how to navigate our relationships. But how reliable is this advice? And how does it compare to the wisdom found in God's word? The Pitfalls of Reddit Relationship Advice Reddit, a popular online platform, hosts numerous ...
Understanding conflict, especially internal conflict, is critical because it isn't necessarily negative; it can be a catalyst for change and a tool for personal growth. Let's look at the foundational elements of conflict; the four types of conflict, the cycle of conflict, and the five conflict styles we develop and use. Four Types of Conflict Understanding Internal Conflict Internal conflict, ...
Forgiveness is indeed a Divine action. That implies that unforgiveness and bitterness are from your sin nature and, ultimately, Satan. Forgiveness is one way you can be like God. Without the example and grace of God, how many would ever choose to forgive others? Looking at my life, I know there would be little forgiveness without trusting God's justice and ...
You can quickly turn good promises, goals, and commitments into obligations. And, be careful because obligation encourages rebellion. For example, when you think you have no freedom and choice, it becomes more challenging because you focus on "I have to do this!" "Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free..." -- Galatians 5:1 Obligation Works ...
Everyone controls in some way. Control issues are a way of life for us, and unfortunately, a controlling person does not believe they are controlling anyone.Controlling People QuotesThe Dictator's mantra could be, "Other people should never be free to choose their own path because they will mess things up." This encapsulates the mindset of a controlling person.There are at least ...
You distort reality with your assumptions, opinions, and guesses. Opinions hurt relationships, because you guess rather than observe what is happening. In fact, you create a story about what's happening! That story may contain facts, but it weaves assumptions, guesses and speculation with emotions to arrive at something that is just your opinion. What Drives This Relationship Destroying Behavior? Actually, ...
There is a built-in path of least resistance to behaving badly! In fact, mankind's pattern of behaving badly was well stated by Pascal.The doctrine of original sin seems an offense to reason, but once accepted it makes total sense of the entire human condition. - PascalSince Pascal's statement is accurate when tested against God's word, it helps you understand the ...
If you want to help someone forgive, use the "Can you - will you - when" technique. It establishes their ability to forgive, then whether they will forgive. It is so easy to use and creates a structure that helps someone determine how they are thinking. Obviously, the technique is useful with almost anything that you know a person has ...
