Dr. Rich Hoffman, Founder and Clinical Director of Christian Counseling Associates will offer weekly podcasts that will cover a wide range of Mental health topics from a biblical perspective.
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How can I improve my coping skills? How can I have healthy boundaries? How can draw closer to God in my daily life? This podcast answers those questions. These episodes will help you build self-confidence, establish firmer boundaries, and lean into the gentle guidance of the Holy Spirit in your daily life. I have been helping adults and couples establish strategies for their personal growth since l986. These episodes are not a substitute for medication or personal counseling. #christiancouns ...
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The Vertical Relationship Show: Relationship Goals, Healing Trauma, Biblical Counseling, Dating Advice & Christian Marriage
Melia Diana- Christian Counselor. Biblical Therapist. Relationship & Dating Coach. Best-Selling Author. Inner Healing Facilitator. Spiritual Warfare Specialist. Prophetic Ministry Founder & Mentor
***Top 1.0% Global Podcast*** Need GODLY relationship advice? Are their areas of your life that need authentic HEALING? Struggling with toxic EMOTIONS, FEELINGS, and a wavering MINDSET? Desire to have a stronger Vertical Relationship with JESUS? Fed-up of living in bondage of the enemy? I get it! I went from a hot mess to totally blessed. Truth… We all have hidden wounds that lie deep within our wounded soul. These soul wounds have to be purged, removed, and cleansed with GOD in order to hav ...
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Counseling Tips For Pastors And Ministry Leaders - Practical Help From Christian Counselors
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Do you want to care for the people in your ministry more effectively? This podcast will equip you to do exactly that. The reality of Christian ministry is that it can be exhausting, overwhelming, and lonely. This is certainly true for pastors, but it is also true for all Christians in ministry! And every Christian has a ministry of some kind. From youth leaders to Bible study leaders to loving your next-door neighbor, we are all in ministry to the people around us. And those people are hurti ...
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Christian Counseling | Imagery and SPIRITUAL FREEDOM #110
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In this video podcast, I give examples of imagery that can help us find freedom from guilt, shame, emotional pain, resentment, and discouragement.0:00" Introduction2:25" Freedom from guilt and a harsh conscience6:18" Imagery to release emotional pain9:19" Sample prayer for release of emotional pain11:15" Prayer for emotional freedomThis is for educ…
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Striking our ego does not come from a thumbs up, smiley face, or heart on social media. Truth be told, for true healing to take precedent in our lives; internal healing must be initiated. Healing your wounded soul takes internal work, not superficial pictures of you flexing in the mirror. Yikes! It's more than external beauty. It's our inner beauty…
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How To Use Philippians 4:8 To Replace Patterns Of Negative Thinking
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One of the most common things that Christian counselors help clients with is getting their thought life more in line with Philippians 4:8. When someone is stuck in negative thinking, it is not honoring to God and not helpful to their relationships or emotional health. And guess what? Pastors and ministry leaders struggle with their thinking too! In…
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Episode 40: Tragedy, Grief, and Redemption: A Mother’s Story of Hope Arising out of Family Loss
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In this Ask Christian Counseling Associates episode, we welcome Tammy Summers, the author of "Homecoming: A Story of Hope Out of Heartbreak," as our special guest. Witness a healing journey as Tammy recounts her testimony, revealing how God's presence amidst immense tragedy and loss brought restoration and hope to her family and community.…
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Christian Counseling | The Power of Imagery for Personal Growth #109
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In this video episode I explain some of my favorite images to use with clients:2:05" Positive and negative uses of imagery3:41" Relational issues4:50" Dating5:59" Conflict8:11" Emotional Regulation and Emotional Stuffing11:38" Positive images from Scripture for peace and freedomIf you enjoy these episodes, please consider buying one of my books fro…
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EPS 172- Activate your FAITH for Emotional & Physical HEALING
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It's a CHOICE to Believe God is HEALING you! Your faith must be activated, it must supersede head knowledge or any naysayer throwing doubt your way. The enemy's desire is to have you focus on your symptoms rather than your emotional and physical healing. Unfortunately, this kind of negative thinking only takes your focus off God! You must trust God…
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Dealing With Negative, Unhelpful Thought Patterns By Using The 5 R’s
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Even strong Christians sometimes struggle with negative thinking. We can get stuck overthinking things, blaming ourselves for problems, grumbling, or judging others in our thoughts. But there are strategies that will help! As you pray over these struggles, confess your sin, and seek the Holy Spirit’s help, these 5 strategies will give you practical…
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Christian Counseling | Work Relationships and AI #108
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This is podcast #108 where I interview Curtis Didato of Didato Consulting. This is part two of the interview where we discuss1:36" Remote Environments and Work Relationships3:24" How to Advocate for yourself at work7:20" Building Better Work EnvironmentsHere is a link to the Didato Consulting website @curtisdidato https://didatoconsulting.com/✅ Sub…
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Many walk around oblivious that the spiritual realm is no big deal−a myth buster. I've been hearing the Lord whisper to me about deaf and dumb spirits blocking people's ears and eyes; an invisible veil over many minds and hearts. Yes, even Christians! Essentially, the veil that covers our mind and heart needs to be removed when dealing with the spi…
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4 Key Steps To Conflict Resolution In A Ministry Context
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At some point in life, everyone will struggle with conflict. The church is not immune! Even in the best ministry, there are different personalities, priorities, and preferences. Conflict will happen. So what’s a pastor or leader to do? Of course, the top urgency is to start with prayer. Pray for the other person, for the situation, for your own rea…
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Christian Counseling | #107 Work Satisfaction & Boundaries #worksatisfaction
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Today I interview Curtis Didato of Didato Consulting. This is part one of the interview where we discuss3:00" Research on Work Satisfaction and Work Relationships9:00" Expectations and Boundaries10:00" Polite ways to set boundaries in a stressful work environmentHere is a link to the Didato Consulting website @curtisdidato https://didatoconsulting.…
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The Lord revealed two high-ranking territorial spirits affecting our nations! While both slithery serpents seem innocent and genuine ... underneath their scaly surface is deception and pride. Furthermore, Melia unpacks the global epidemic of demonic influence, particularly in Christian leadership, and its negative impact on marriages, ministries, a…
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Boundaries Only Matter If You Implement Them. 5 Tips To Make It Happen.
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Hopefully, you’ve thought through what you want (dare I say… need?) your boundaries to look like. This is critical for a healthy ministry, family, and life. But then the question turns to: how do I do it? How do I implement these boundaries? Stick with them when it’s tough? Adjust them if it’s appropriate? Well, today I’ll share 5 tips from my expe…
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Christian Counseling | How Can I Cope with Grief and Loss? #106 #depression #griefrecovery
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This video podcast looks at the practical ways to move forward, at your own pace, when coping with loss or depression. This is a chapter from my latest book, "Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness: Keys to Break Free."1:58" Personality Sensitivities2:44" Practical Steps to Cope6:20" Using a Journal7:05" Expectations and Self-Confidence9:06" Hobbies an…
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Ever wondered about the heavenly realms? Many scholars believe there are three heavens; I believe this to be true as well. The very first sentence in the Bible mentioned the word heavens. “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). We must understand God’s Kingdom is highly structured. Satan’s kingdom is the sphere of de…
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Episode 39: The Mental Health Crisis on College Campuses
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On this episode of Ask Christian Counseling Associates, we focus on "The Mental Health Crisis on College Campuses.” Join us with special guest Lauren Watka Atwood, Campus Minister with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, as we delve into the challenges facing students in higher education. Stay tuned for an expert analysis of young adult culture and …
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The devil is trying to cut off our communication with others ... Put us more in isolation and cast a spirit of fear upon our lives! Covid worked for a bit, and now testing the waters again, with total isolation from our loved ones. The Lord gave me many prophetic dreams about the weather; hurricanes, flooding, and specifically 4 tornadas in Florida…
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Tips For Setting Boundaries (And Helping Others Do It Too)
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One of the biggest problems in ministry leadership is burnout. The demands of ministry are high and the stress, emotions, and responsibilities weigh on us. And one of the best things that can help prevent burnout and keep you passionate about the ministry work you are doing is setting boundaries. We all need healthy boundaries! Jesus had them, and …
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Christian Counseling | Understanding Grief and Depression #105 #griefrecovery
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This video podcast helps you understand the differences between anxiety, grief, and depression. I discuss:2:06" The difference between anxiety and depression5:05" Symptoms and Types of Grief7:40" Grief vs. Depression8:24" Tips and Strategies for Coping with Grief.Much of this material is in my book on "Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness: Keys to Br…
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EPS 167- JEZEBEL is a High-Ranking Spirit after your Relationships!
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Is Jezebel after your marriage, engagement or affecting your dating life? Be heedful, my friends! This demonic spirit desperately wants to take over your ministry and business, too! Let's not be surprised that this controlling spirit has a sneaky agenda to seek, kill, and destroy our personal and professional relationships. (See John 10:10). Jezebe…
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Helping Marriages Succeed - Tips To Help Them Help Themselves
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Every Christian leader will have opportunities to help people in their marriages. But how do you approach marriage counseling? Can you help a marriage even if you’re meeting 1:1 with someone? (Yes! You can.) Today you’ll get some specific tips from a Christian marriage counselor on how to get started on the right foot when you’re trying to help cou…
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Christian Counseling | Rejection and Loss #104 #rejection #copingskills
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This video podcast looks at the impact of rejection and loss on our basic identity and self-confidence. I discuss strategies that can help people regroup after rejection or loss in their personal lives. This is a chapter from my book on "Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness: Keys to Break Free."2:15" Understanding the impact of loss on our sense of s…
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Many innocent people run to New Age without even knowing it. Yet, the truth is: We cannot be knitted with the devil and God at the same time ... Healing doesn't work like that. In fact, New Age teachings and methods causes major strongholds in our life. Without knowing God's truth, we can be easily duped! New Age is not healing ... only clever tric…
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Practical Action Steps You Can Take If You're Worried Someone Is Depressed Or Suicidal
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It can be a scary thing to wonder if someone is depressed, hopeless, or suicidal. It's overwhelming. But if you're in a church, a ministry, or relationships with your community... it's inevitable. Depression and suicide are a HUGE concern in today's world. It's one of the leading causes of death among kids, teens, and middle-aged adults especially.…
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Realign the World with God's Purpose (with Shayna Rattler) #103
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Today my guest is Shayna Rattler of @agodshift . We talk about3:00" What is a God Shift?5:20" What purpose does God have for our lives?8:50" Common practices that are a form of worship15:50" How to mobilize with truth AND loveHere is a link to the Trailblazers Quiz: https://shayna.kartra.com/page/quizHere is a link to Shayna's website: https://agod…
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Working on our mindset in good, but only part of what people truly need for healing trauma. Mindset coaching primarily focuses on helping individuals shift their thoughts and beliefs to achieve their goals. But, is that really enough to heal an individual's trauma? While mindset coaching can be beneficial in many areas of your life, people require …
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Recognizing Important Warning Signs: Is Someone Depressed Or Suicidal?
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Depression is a big problem in today’s world. And for a ministry leader or pastor, it can be scary to think about. It can feel very overwhelming. But if you truly want to minister well to the people God has put around you… well, you need to be ready to recognize signs of concern and respond to them well. So today, let’s tackle the first part of tha…
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3 Keys To Good Interpersonal Communication
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Every Christian is called to show love to those around us. "Love your neighbor as yourself," Jesus tells us. Love your enemies. People will know you are Christ's disciples by your love. It is all throughout the Bible! And this is most especially true for pastors and other ministry leaders. But without good interpersonal skills, it is unlikely that …
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The emotional struggles, mental health needs, and relationship challenges of today’s world are big. Millions of people struggle with anxiety, depression, divorce, abuse, and stress. And when people are hurting, the Church is meant to help. … But do you really feel equipped to do that? Find out more in today’s episode about how this new podcast can …
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Christian Counseling | How to Reduce Self-Criticism and Perfectionism #102 #innercritic #perfectionism
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This video podcast looks at coping strategies that will help you build self-confidence, create a more balanced lifestyle, reduce self-criticism, and reduce harsh judgments of others. Perfectionism in our expectations is often the reason these other problems develop. This is a chapter from my latest book, "Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness: Keys to…
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In a chaotic world, where do you find peace and strength? During trials and tribulations how is your faith and trust in God? The Lord has power than over exceeds any of our feelings, thoughts, or negative mindsets... but ONLY if we allow Him. Don't settle for temporary illusions of peace, happiness, and stability that the world shoves down our thro…
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Do you want to care for the people in your ministry more effectively? This podcast will equip you to do exactly that. The reality of Christian ministry is that it can be exhausting, overwhelming, and lonely. This is certainly true for pastors, but it is also true for all Christians in ministry! And every Christian has a ministry of some kind. From …
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Episode 38: The CCA New Year’s Podcast 2024
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Welcome to the CCA New Year’s Podcast for 2024, a special episode where we delve into faith, reflection, and insight. Joining us is Tom Weil, Clinical Supervisor of CCA, as we explore the top 10 most impactful stories of 2023 through a Christian lens. Tune in for a journey of faith, learning, and community.…
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Christian Counseling | #101 Religious Guilt & Shame
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This video podcast looks at chronic guilt, religious perfectionism, attachment, and difficulty feeling close to God. This episode also looks at the family environments and churches that influence a harsh view of God that is not balanced with the grace that invites us to draw close to God (Hebrews 4:15-16). I explain the difference between obedience…
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Ladies, are you still dating in a worldly way? We must omit secular dating advice and instead follow God's teachings to avoid toxic patterns in our relationships. Be beware of 'itching ears' when it comes to worldly relationship advice that align ourselves with fleshy desires instead of God's truth. Learn to break-free from toxic patterns and disco…
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"Exciting news!" A job offer is on the horizon for a woman in November for core cancer! Although this is exciting news for a special woman, this prophetic dream also hinted at the passing of a sister. What could this mean? Many times, the Lord will have me in position to carry the burdens of others ... While this dream has several meanings in the m…
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100 Christian Counseling | What is Perfectionism?
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This video podcast looks at a definition of perfectionism, how it develops in people, what keeps it going, and how it is rewarded. This episode also looks at the ideal family environment that supports healthy personality development. This is a chapter from my latest book: Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness: Keys to Break Free.3:20" Quiz5:20" Defini…
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Have you ever been told that you’re “too sensitive?” Truth is, you’re not just a highly sensitive person- you're a highly sensitive prophet who feels more deeply than the ordinary, plain Jane. You're a rare breed with a beautiful gift! The problem is many don't understand it or know how to handle their God-given gift. Being an HSP means that you pa…
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#99 Christian Counseling | How Can I Deal With Trauma?
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Recently, I was a guest on a podcast with Tom Molyneux. In this interview, we discuss 4:00" The Impact of Trauma and subsequent addictive tendencies4:45" Self-Talk, Abuse, Rejection, and Self-Rejection11:00" Expanding Your Coping Skills✅ Important Links: 👉 Website: https://www.drtonicooper.com/👉 FREE eBook https://www.drtonicooper.com/1524-2/👉 Book…
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EPS 160- PROPHETIC WORD: Parents ”Spiritual Covering” Responsibility for their Kids in a Confusing World
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Aren't parents supposed to be the spiritual covering for their children? Absolutely! So, what's going in this confusing world? The devil is after our children and many parents have no clue they can be opening doors for evil to operate in their children's lives. Melia highlights the spiritual attacks on our children and the need for the parents to b…
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#98 Christian Counseling | How to Use A Journal for Personal Growth
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In this video podcast I talk about2:13" Types of Journals4:40" Goals and Setting Goals5:55" Using a Journal for Psychological Change✅ Important Links: 👉 Website: https://www.drtonicooper.com/👉 FREE eBook https://www.drtonicooper.com/1524-2/👉 Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toni…
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Did you know that pornography addiction affects both men and women? Most don't thing that Christ followers have any issues with sexual sin, but in fact, statistics show that even pastors and church leaders have strongholds in this area of concern. Pornography addiction can have a devastating impact on relationships. The prevalence of pornography ad…
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#97 Christian Counseling | Spiritual POWER for Coping #biblestudy #spiritualpower
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When we understand who God is, and the way that He wants to connect with us, then we will have greater POWER and PEACE in our daily lives.2:34" Understanding Who God says HE Is4:30" Names of God help us understand God better6:50" God has affection for us8:15" What you may not know about Jesus11:10" PRAYER to become a child of GodHere are some links…
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#96 Christian Counseling | Expectations & Boundaries
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Merry Christmas! In this video podcast I talk about5:00" Why people get stuck in expectations that don't work7:25" Holidays and expectations9:00" Adjusting expectations11:40" Grieving the old expectations12:20" Boundaries and communication issues14:30" Spiritual principles to come into a place of peaceTo request your FREE eBook on "Understanding Yo…
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EPS 158- 6 Ways to ”STEP UP” and Fight for your Marriage!
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Feel like giving up on your spouse? Let's face it... Marriage is tough, but that does not mean you throw in the towel when things get tough. The enemy's job is to divide and conquer your godly union. More than ever, you have to "step up" and fight for your marriage! Shift perspectives and take a look through God's lens rather than playing the blame…
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ESP 157- PROPHETIC WARNING: The LORD is Moving in ISRAEL & Coming to Bring Justice to Nations!
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Another strong prophetic warning from God! The Lord will come back to being justice to nations so we better armor up! Secret agendas and false leaders will be exposed for our future generations to see the truth of God's Word. For years the Lord has been showing me about destruction coming from the north. It's been confirmed in Scripture. I've had d…
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In this podcast, we discuss EXPLICIT concerns about sexual behavior and problems with porn. Be advised that this is adult content. Here is the link to find the website for my guest, Tom Molyneux, where you can find his podcast and his course to quit porn https://www.thomasmolyneux.com/services-7 Check out my latest book "Anxiety, Depression & Helpl…
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Did you know a Spirit of Rejection can fester within your soul, affecting your self-worth? Rejection can cause fear, self-pity, abandonment, and isolation issues. It's time to address these hidden roots and overcome the spirit of rejection. Don't let rejection hold you back or hinder your spiritual growth. Strive to be more like Jesus, heal, and ad…
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Episode 37: Creativity and the Art of Noticing
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On this episode of “Ask Christian Counseling Associates, join special guests Isabelle Toomey and Ben Saenz of CCA, as we explore the lost art of wonder and creativity in our culture, its impact on our mental health, and how embracing God's creative spirit within us can restore it.
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Christian Counseling | Why Do I Procrastinate? #copingskills #procrastination
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This week starts a new series on "Sharpening Your Coping Skills." Today I explain "Why Do I Procrastinate?": reasons people procrastinate, practical strategies to change, and spiritual power for improving your motivation. This is a chapter from my new book "Anxiety, Depression & Helplessness." Get your copy here! https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-Depr…
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