Tears Are a Gift from God: The Healing Power of Crying As a biblical counselor, I often remind my clients of this simple, life-changing truth: Before we can truly understand ourselves, we must first understand the heart of God. He is not only our Creator—He is also...
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind…”—Romans 12:2 (ESV) God designed our minds with the incredible ability to change, grow, and heal. This truth is not only spiritual—it’s also supported by science. In recent years,...
Understanding the Overlap How do you know what’s going on when you face emotional struggles? Are you dealing with a mental health issue, or are you experiencing a spiritual attack? This question—Mental Health or Spiritual Warfare—has become more important than ever as...
The Gift of Emotions Understanding How God Created Us God created us with emotions to reflect His image. Emotions serve as a gift that connects us with God and others. When we recognize the opportunities emotions provide, we realize that how we live, relate to others,...
June 2023, By Jane Perkins, MS, LCPC, LPC The Power of Forgiveness: Improve Your Mental Health. Forgiveness isn’t just okay. It’s powerful. Believe it or not, it does make you feel better. That is a huge benefit of forgiveness. Forgiving helps your mind...