Shake It Into the Fire
By Jim Grinnell On the island of Malta, as the Apostle Paul was gathering wood for a fire that the natives had built for him, a snake came out of the wood and fastened itself to Paul’s hand. The Scriptures…
Self-Help And/Or Faith?
By Tim Reside For those dealing with mental illness, the first great hindrance to healing, recovery and any true hope for an ultimate cure is denial. Frankly, this is not a package that anyone is thrilled to sign for. It…
Stop, Drop & Roll: Forgiveness or Poison?
By Tim Reside I remember my grandmother telling me a story about a young woman who burned to death because she was unwilling to humble herself, turn from pride and receive help. A rescuer saw her dress on fire and…
Ten Tips for Beating the Holiday Blues
By Tim Peterson, MS, LMFT, LPC Keep expectations manageable. Don’t try to make this holiday season “the best ever”. Set realistic goals for yourself, prioritize the most important activities, and pace yourself. Remember that the holidays don’t automatically dispel reasons for…