Shame is perhaps the most painful of all emotions. In the life of someone who is shame based it is the “inner critic.” So many times while ministering to someone I have found that shame is by far the most crippling of all emotions. It goes to the very core of who a person is and how they see themselves and how they perceive others see them as well. It is not the same as feeling guilty.
Read MoreThe elders are presenting names for discussion and feedback. We believe these names best meet the criteria of simplicity, consistency with mission and vision, clarity in communicating mission and vision, longevity, easy to say and easy to use.
Read MoreSometimes we pray too quickly out of fear or panic or even good intentions, but we are not ready because we have not established a climate of faith. The following is a way to take a step back, change the climate, and then pray in faith. Most situations are not time sensitive and would benefit from the time taken to change the spiritual climate.
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