The Bible Addresses Contemporary Issues

Dr. Tim AllchinFor Those Giving HelpLeave a Comment

I had the privilege of speaking to several churches lately on the topic of suicide prevention and biblical counseling. As a counseling center, we are committed to bringing God’s word into the darkest corners so that the light of Christ shines brightly. In recent months, we have featured articles on PTSD, OCD, Abuse, and Suicide in our resource center. We … Read More

Power of the Positive

Dr. Donna HartFor Those Giving Help, For Those Seeking HopeLeave a Comment

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Mental energy is derived from positive thinking. Negative thoughts can help to direct our attention to important needs that are not being met. It could be a need for food, rest, or an imminent threat of danger that is presenting itself to us. Amanda’s thinking needed serious help. Amanda had a very negative way of looking at the world. It robbed … Read More

Life as a Wife

Sherry AllchinFor Those Seeking Hope2 Comments

I find it very interesting that we have no record of Adam asking God for a mate, yet God knew he needed a wife and provided just what he needed! Many husbands still remain clueless to how much they really need us – LOL! But God knows, and God built into marriage a teamwork plan that really blesses couples who … Read More

“I am the Lover of my Home!”

Dr. Ron AllchinFor Those Seeking Hope2 Comments

I cannot count the number of times I’ve heard men demand to be the leaders of their home, characterizing their role as that of the boss, with their wife expected to follow and respect them as a private would submit to his commanding office, unquestioning. Men may even abuse the intended meaning of the phrase in Eph 5:23, “the husband … Read More

How is the warmth of your relationships?

Dr. Tim AllchinFor Those Seeking HopeLeave a Comment

Last week in Chicago we set records for cold weather, and the hero of my week was my new gas furnace. Despite having -50° wind-chill, our family stayed warm during the 48 hours straight that we stayed inside. One of life’s realities is that relationships, like a heater in the brutal cold, take work to stay warm. If we ignore … Read More

Four Realistic Goals for a Church’s First Year of Embracing Biblical Counseling

Dr. Tim AllchinFor Those Giving Help1 Comment

I recently talked with several churches that had taken groups to week-long biblical counseling training conferences or purchased curriculum to develop a training process. Unfortunately, they are frustrated because they have little to show for their efforts. They received valuable teaching that they wanted to implement in their church, but they seem no closer to developing a biblical counseling strategy. … Read More

5 Benefits of Learning Biblical Counseling

Dr. Tim AllchinFor Those Giving Help1 Comment

We hear it over and over again. When people start training in biblical counseling, they are amazed by the outcome. They see so many benefits in their life and the lives of others. Here are some of the main benefits of learning biblical counseling. 1. You grow in your understanding of the Bible and how to apply it. So often, … Read More

5 Signs of Unhealthy Church Leadership

Dr. Tim AllchinFor Those Seeking Hope3 Comments

When people leave a difficult and painful church, they often ask in counseling, “Is this normal?” “Am I crazy or over-reacting?” “Is this unhealthy church leadership?” It’s a difficult question to answer without knowing all the details. However, I’ve been in that situation, and I’ve found it helpful to share what I’ve been learning since then.  Shortly after I completed my … Read More