Life can feel overwhelming – global terror steals inner security, relational upheaval punches fragile hearts, exhaustion from routine dampens joy. Viktor Frankel, a now-deceased neurologist, and psychiatrist noticed that more Jews died in concentration camps after a holiday like Christmas compared to other times of the year. His answer as to why? A loss of […]
Archives for November 2018
Thankful for Traditions: How to Create Your Own
We have come to a very exciting part of the year; a time when one holiday kicks off another one. For my family, we usually follow a routine. Just when I think we need to spice things up a bit, one of my kids or young family members make an objection to the change. This […]
When We Encounter God’s Judgment
Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise… Ephesians 5:15 (NIV) Working with kids, ages five to eleven allows you many opportunities to exercise judgment in many situations. Being a school counselor, I tend to be the ‘good guy’ when dealing with a student under a very problematic issue. […]
Bringing God and Grace into your Home this Fall
Even the most faithful followers of God fall victim to hectic schedules and temptations of stress and negativity. With fall in full swing and the holiday season nearing, these stressful schedules are only amping up. However, this only makes the need for bringing ample amounts of grace into your home more crucial. A family that […]
Gifts for the Book Lover on Your List
This is the year that you can forget about the headaches and frustration of Christmas shopping for the book lover in your life. You can find truckloads of unusual and ideal gifts online that are perfect for individuals who love to read. A quick look online will open a whole new world of shopping for […]
