When I’ve prayed with folks for inner healing, sometimes they want to hold back on issues that involve parents. We’re often hesitant to imply that our parents did something wrong. If you struggle with this concern, remember that your process of inner healing is not about your parents. It’s about the things in your heart … Continue reading Forgiving Parents Is Not about Blame
Category: Christian Inner Healing
Jesus: Transformation Groomer
Bible Verse “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” — Romans 12:2a NIV Reflection I just took my puppy to the groomer for the first time. He is a Yorkie, so I prepared myself that he would come home looking very different. Yorkies are … Continue reading Jesus: Transformation Groomer
Submitting Our Lies to God’s Truth
One of the biggest things that blocks us from growing deeper in our relationship with God is the lies we believe about ourselves. Lies such as “I’m stupid,” “I’m no good,” or “I’ll never amount to anything.” Or lies like “I have to take care of myself” or “I have to keep the peace at … Continue reading Submitting Our Lies to God’s Truth
Hold onto God’s Truth
Bible Verse “Take courage! As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must also testify in Rome.” — Acts 23:11 NIV Reflection Our pastor talked about the apostle Paul’s journey after receiving that word from the Lord in Acts 23:11. Looking ahead to Acts 28:30-31, we learn Paul does indeed testify in Rome: … Continue reading Hold onto God’s Truth
Are Good Movies Hurting You?
Recently I donated two bags filled with DVDs to the thrift store. They were delighted to get these well-known movies in excellent condition. A friend asked why I got rid of so many DVDs. I told her I couldn’t watch them anymore because they weren’t good for me. She looked at me as if wondering … Continue reading Are Good Movies Hurting You?
12 Things I’ve Learned about Forgiveness
As I’m preparing for our inner healing retreat next week, I’ve been reflecting on what I’ve learned through the process of inner healing. God has taken me through this transformation process for 12 years (and continuing). Each day I continue to grow and change because of what Jesus is doing in my heart. I am … Continue reading 12 Things I’ve Learned about Forgiveness
Will the Real Me Please Stand Up?
All my life, I have struggled with being a doormat. For a long time, I thought that's what I should be. No one really explained that things could (or should) be different. I passively accepted whatever came my way. I thought that was the way I was supposed to live. As you can imagine, things … Continue reading Will the Real Me Please Stand Up?
Jesus Brings Freedom from Identity Theft
We have an identity thief roaming among us. He is the enemy of our souls. From the moment we are conceived, his goal is to thwart God's amazing plan for us. This identity thief wants to keep us from stepping into our true identity in Christ. Don't be discouraged. The Bible and the Holy Spirit … Continue reading Jesus Brings Freedom from Identity Theft
Jesus. Brings. Life.
Jesus says: "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." (John 10:10 NIV) "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. I will … Continue reading Jesus. Brings. Life.
Let the Daily Journey of Transformation Begin
I am immersed right now in editing the book of an inner healing teacher and spiritual coach. As I work through (and live) the words of this book, I am reminded of why inner healing is an ongoing, even daily process - the dying to self daily of 1 Corinthians 15:31. I have worked with … Continue reading Let the Daily Journey of Transformation Begin
Adventures with God 