Everybody sees therapy differently. The word “therapy” actually comes from the Greek word “therapeuein,” which means to “minister to” or “to treat medically” (1). Accordingly, we all have our own outlets where we find we can minister to our needs. For some, that may be exercise. For others, that may be venting to …
Being an introvert may seem like an obstacle in a culture that equates success with the go-getter traits of an extrovert. With such a temperament, it can be easy to feel like you are not living up to your potential. On the other hand, if you are an extrovert, you may long for …
Historically, nutrition has varied in a very large way across cultures. Even so, common dishes became very prevalent for the health that they fostered, even in the midst of limited food availability. Foods like beans and rice are commonly served together not because people always knew about how they together provided all 9 …
While not everyone entered the wardrobe, it was there for anyone in the house to see. Will you enter in, or will you leave your soul discouraged by unbelief? The wardrobe is there . . . where are you? I know I bring up C.S. Lewis a lot, but that is …
Winter . . . for the gymrat, that may signal bulking season. For the skiier or the snowboarder, that may signal a time to “shred.” In a more serious context, that may indicate a time of fruitlessness or loneliness. In any case, we should optimistically view it as a time of preparation for …
Working out your faith? In the context of this blog, here is what I mean: we should press on to know what we believe, and how that impacts us through the process of working out. In all areas of our lives, it’s not so much what we are doing as much as it …
The Apostle Paul, Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, C. S. Lewis. These are all theologians who did not think the way that most people do today in the 21st century. Just read some of the Book of Romans, the Confessions, the Summa Theologica, and The Screwtape Letters. There is something profound going on in all …
When we wake up in the morning, there is a reason why it feels so difficult even just to stand to our feet. Our bodies are stiff from being in the same position for hours on end, and gravity has had its way through the night. Through the process of sleep, our muscles …
Overview If a person is new to the teachings of the Christian faith, they may be intrigued by hearing the word “Trinity.” Maybe they have never heard it before. Maybe they have heard of it, but don’t know what to make of it. Maybe they have even heard a false representation of it, and …
