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Most of us know what initially attracts us to someone—personality, appearance, reputation, etc. But friendship, more than any of those qualities, may be one of the most important aspects of marriage. I know this was the case with my marriage. Friendship served us well...

When a relationship suffers a severe breach of trust, it signals it is in deep trouble. If the relationship is to be fully restored, trust needs to be rebuilt—and the process of rebuilding trust takes time and effort. Sometimes, the burden of trusting again is...

As counselors, we all know the invaluable benefits of therapy in treating any kind of addiction. Having a designated place and confidant to talk through the underlying issues that inform the addictive process is crucial for breakthrough and understanding. But, in my...

In Ephesians 4:2 (NIV), Paul sets a high standard for relationships. He writes, "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." While Paul is speaking about all relationships in this verse, his words are especially important to spouse,...

__________________________ Mental health has become one of the most pressing issues that affects individuals from all walks of life, including those in our church communities. While churches often spend time and resources focusing on ministries related to spiritual...

Remembering our friend Dr. Sue Johnson. She was a world-renowned psychologist, best-selling author, professor, researcher, creator of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Sue lived with cancer for three years. On April 23, 2024, that journey ended. “I so enjoyed our...

“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the Sun has risen, not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” – C.S. Lewis What if I told you that everything we do in life—and, for that matter, everything we don’t do in life—is a product of our...

by Dr. Gary Oliver On July 25, 1937, H. Norman Wright was born in Hollywood Hills, California. He grew up attending Hollywood Hills Presbyterian Church and went to Hollywood High School. For several decades, he was a professor at Biola University and Talbot Seminary....

In Max Lucado’s inspirational book The Applause of Heaven, he ends with a chapter on going home. He begins the chapter by describing his conclusion to a long trip and finally arriving at the airport. His wife and three daughters are excited that he is home. But one of...

by Curt Thompson, M.D. Max’s interminable ruminations, always worrying about never getting it right, never being good enough in his career, had the effect of both sweeping him into the fast track of advancement—because of how hard he worked in response to his...

by Ashley Elliott, MS, LMHCA Consider your partner’s strengths. Do their qualities always fill your heart with joy? Or do their When you think of your past, do you recall fond memories or pain, gratitude or regret? Though everyone desires to feel good about their past...