![]() FALLACY If I become emotionally, spiritually and romantically involved in a courting relationship, or in marriage - it will always lead to me losing myself and becoming someone I don’t really want to be. I will have to live a false life. FACT Healthy dating relationships and healthy marriages enhance the person you were created to be. These relationships will champion your causes and provide support for your life dreams.
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![]() Dr. Peter Robbins, Ph.D. How long, Lord, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to you, “Violence!” but you do not save? Why do you make me look at injustice? Why do you tolerate wrongdoing? Destruction and violence are before me; there is strife, and conflict abounds. - Habakkuk 1:2-3 Scripture as a Weapon In I Corinthians 11:3 we are told... ![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations at Turning Point Counseling "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." Ephesians 6:12 Clearly there is NO shortages of darts being heaved at believers from Satan. And it appears as though he's not gonna let up any time soon. But then again we were never promised a trial free life either, in fact it's quite rediculous to think that we could go through life with no problems. Going through trials is just a part of this journey we are on and we WILL have trails until the day the Lord comes. James 1: 2 tells us "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds... ![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations, Turning Point Counseling Each year at this time you don’t have to drive far to see someone standing on a corner with a big sign pointing in the direction of a tax service wanting your business – and this year is no exception. Every day on my journey to work as I reach a certain corner, THERE HE IS – dancing on the corner swinging the big sign , not to mention being dressed up in a bright green outfit that resembles the statue of Liberty! Each morning as I drive by I tend to chuckle and think, that must be such a drag of a job! ![]() by Tiffany Knowlton, M.A., LMFT, Therapist at Turning Point Counseling Every day, when you wake up, you might choose what you're going to wear for the day. But, the truth is, you're already wearing so much that you may not be aware of. Why Not Intentionally Clothe Ourselves with Things that Christ Wants for our Lives and do Away with What He Doesn't Want? Ephesians 4:21–24 says, " to put off your old self, which is ... corrupt through deceitful desires, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness." ![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations Turning Point Counseling HOLY WEEK What is it and why do we celebrate? The term “Holy Week” - in Latin words: Hebdomas Sancta or Hebdomas Maior, means "Greater Week" – and INDEED IT WAS – and is – A GREAT WEEK! Let’s Look at Jesus’ Life and the Events of the Week Before Easter... ![]() by Timothy Schlensker, M.A. Registered Marriage and Family Intern with Turning Point Counseling What Will You Be Doing for Your Spouse on Valentine’s Day? Yes, yes, many treat this day like several other Hallmark Holidays that have been invented to encourage a culture of consumerism and cause competition in marriages. But on the other hand, when it comes to our spouse, there is nothing that God wants us to show more of than LOVE. John 15:12 “This is my commandment: that you love one another, just as I have loved you.” ![]() by Edith Pont, MA, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern with Turning Point Counseling If you have little ones, you may find yourself trying to meet all their needs, which leaves limited personal time. Two months after the arrival of our 1-year-old son, I’m still adjusting to his schedule! I find that once he’s asleep, I’m spent – I’ve got nothing left; zero energy! So, I had to make adjustments to my prayer and devotional time. How are you doing in praying for your children? ![]() by Frances J. Harvey, Director of Operations What does Peace on Earth, Good Will to Men REALLY mean? Peace = A state of harmony, free from disturbances Goodwill = Favor or advantage Does this imply the world should be a peaceful place and all mankind should have a favored life? The world certainly doesn’t seem to be a peaceful place and I don’t know anyone who isn’t affected by the economy these days, yet the message of the Bible is peace and love. So what does this all mean? Well according to the angels in Luke 2:14, - they were declaring peace to those on whom His favor rests! |
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