UN/Broken - Day 1
on September 10th, 2023
First, thank you to my wife, Tricia McCoy, for her contribution to this week’s thoughts. Tricia is a licensed social worker who serves as a mental health facility counselor. Secondly, I write about what I know, as you’ll see unfold as I contribute to the first week of this series guide. About 17 years ago, I was diagnosed with a mental health challenge that threatened to take my life. By t... Read More
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Introduction
on September 9th, 2023
According to the National Association of Mental Health, 1 in 5 Americans will report suffering from a mental health illness. In truth, it’s likely a higher number because people often underreport when it comes to mental health for a variety of reasons like shame, fear, or embarrassment.One might think the numbers can’t be as high for church-going Christians. The assumption is that those wi... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - End of Week 5
on September 2nd, 2023
The following is a guide to help facilitate discussion. Feel free to add or subtract or change questions to fit the conversation, and pray for the Spirit to lead in all things. Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 34
on September 1st, 2023
Psalm 13:2 “How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and every day have sorrow in my heart?” If you have found this series difficult, I have a Bible character for you to consider. Heard in children’s story sound bites, his life is easy. He’s a pillar of the faith chosen by God. His large family is a fulfillment of God’s promises. He is wealthy and loved and part of the lineage of Christ. Bu... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 33
on August 31st, 2023
1 Corinthians 5:20 “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making His appeal through us.” So, I’ve been thinking. If human beings are so much better off living in a community of faith and we’re called to love others well, shouldn’t we place a high priority on inviting others into this family? Isn’t it an incredible act of selfishness to live with such benefits without at... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 32
on August 30th, 2023
John 13:35 “By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another.” There is something genuinely wonderful about capping our rebuild with the umbrella of love. What is more important than hearing that the Creator of heaven and earth is head over heels in love with us? It gives me more patience with my faith when I realize God’s devotion and risky commitment to us. Bu... Read More
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