Impossible to Forgive
bradmc There are things that we just automatically put in the category of unforgivable. Many of us carry around pain and hurt from things we feel we can never forgive. In…
Beans in the Chili
Real Chili In Texas, we are proud of the traditional chili dish that was originated here. Chili is actually short for Chili con Carne which is Spanish for Meat with…
Textual Criticism and Why it Matters
What is it? Well, the “textual” part is the study of the old manuscripts that make up our bible. The Criticism part is the practice of those that study these…
Forsaking the Assembling?
In History Some are wondering if it is wrong or against God’s wishes for churches to meet only online. This is a very fair question. We have not faced this…
The Reformation is Not Over
Ol’ School On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther began the process of casting off human doctrines that had grown within the church. These teachings had grown from traditions and errors…
Let it Go – Part 2 – How to
Ok but HOW?! As I searched the scripture to answer this question in a practical way I began to see the flaw in my thinking. There is no practical real…
Let it Go – Part 1 – When to
I had a student give me a note saying that she really appreciated the bible study on anxiety but she had two questions: “How do you learn how to let…
Expectations and Goals
Many experts suggest that one of the most frequent causes of high anxiety is unhealthy expectations. Setting self-expectations too high can cause you to be unable to cope when you…
Happiness as a Goal
Contrary to modern-day word of faith teachers. God chief concern is not to make us happy. On the contrary, our happiness is often at cross purposes to God’s hand on…
Put a Helmet On
Helmet of Salvation A helmet is worn for protection, specifically to protect the brain. The Word mentions the Helmet of Salvation three times. I think we need first and foremost…
Guide vs Rescue
This is another article in my series about stress and anxiety. In this article, I would like to address what we as parents, teachers, and leaders can do to help…
Avoid Avoidance
This is not a self-help thing As we look for biblical principles to serve as practical tools to help us with anxiety, let us remember the three things needed for…