Suicide. It’s nearly impossible to understand, but there are ways to help prevent it. NOTE: Always dial 911 immediately if you suspect someone has attempted suicide! Prevention strategies don’t always work. Someone whose determined to die sometimes is “successful” and dies. It’s sad, tragic. I talked to a parent whose teen is struggling. Her 15-year-old friend killed himself after several … Read More
Every Wife’s Pain with Porn
Every wife whose husband watches porn has this question: “Why am I not enough for him?” I’ve heard this question from every wife I’ve counseled whose husband is involved with pornography. Some of these wives knew about the porn before marriage, but naively believed that they could change their husbands. It’s common for a struggling couple to believe that their … Read More
Overcoming Fear and Worry
Overcoming fear and worry sounds crazy impossible for we who fear and worry. Yet you can overcome this dastardly duo. This is the first of a four-part series on finding God’s solutions to ungodly fear. Here are the second, third, and fourth posts. “Be anxious for nothing . . . but I’m anxious about everything!” Does this sound like you … Read More
Bible Tips for Working Moms!
Working moms who have a job outside the home face a big challenge: maintaining a biblical balance of roles as wife, mother, and employee. God desires that whatever we do, either by choice or necessity, that we do it all for His glory in each setting and task of a working mom’s day. “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for … Read More
MOMS: Becoming a Godly Mom
Moms, this is a story of becoming a godly mother, married or single, in hard times and good times. Listen to Sherry Allchin’s story and her insights on the power, picture, and pattern of a mom who loves Jesus. She is a biblical counselor and teacher at Biblical Counseling Center, founded in 1989 by her husband Dr. Ron Allchin, D.Min. Be … Read More
Husband Addicted to Porn!
Is your husband addicted to porn? You are not alone. In the last days, perilous times shall come. Men…shall be lovers of their own selves….” 2 Timothy 3:1-5, ESV Pornography—it’s readily available everywhere from sex flicks to websites and online chat rooms, and as easy as “sexting” pictures of self to others. The format matters little; the results are the same … Read More
Sandwich Communication Works
Sandwich communication works, especially with children, teens, even spouses and employers. Based on a biblical model, this communication tool helps you effectively communicate — even correct your child — by beginning and ending with the positive. I recently watched a dad correct his daughter three or four times in a 10-minute conversation that left her with a downcast spirit. Her expression … Read More
When Kids View Pornography
“When Kids View Pornography” by Sherry Allchin is Part 2 of a four-part blog series on godly responses to kids and sexual sin. Read Part 1: “Stay Safe from Child Sex Abuse.” In the last days, perilous times will come….” (2 Timothy 3:1-5). Our children are growing up in a dangerous world, and as parents we cannot always protect them. … Read More
