ENCOURAGERS

Are you being courageous or careless in your relationships? Sometimes, it's difficult to tell. It's that, "I can't see the forest for the trees" problem because the trees keep getting in the way. In abusive relationships this can mean the difference between seeking safety or staying. Is it wrong to run away in order to avoid further abuse? Jesus and his apostles didn't think so; 36While you have the Light, believe in the Light, so that you may become sons of light.” After Jes

Why do we crave touch so much? Why do we seek to hold hands, to be caressed, to be hugged, and cuddled by someone we care about? Why do we give a hug to a stranger we've just met, while others get a hand shake or even a nod of the head? The news is full of accusations regarding unwanted touch, some 20 years later, someone is now being told it was unwanted touch. Why do we think touch is "sexual" with some and yet the same touch is acceptable from others, and how can one know

"You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings." Psalm 23:5 (NLT) When I went into the field of psychology, I never knew the impact it would have on my heart as I help others. I assumed being "the boss" of a company would mean only the negative consequence that others express as, "It's lonely at the top." Instead, this past week I was blessed beyond measure and my cup runs over with