Topics Common Occourances
COMMUNICATION
Communication is central to everything we do. It requires a “sender” and a “receiver” of information. (more)
DEPRESSION
Depression is more common than you may think. It impacts millions of people on a daily basis. It is a serious condition with a broad range of symptoms. (more)
ANXIETY
Feeling anxious or nervous from time to time is fairly common. It can motivate us to confront things we’ve been neglecting as well as motivate us to make needed changes. (more)
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
This is definitely a topic needing serious discussion. Drug abuser can be found among the young and the old, males and females, rich and poor. (more)
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Statistics are staggering and disheartening to write about when it comes to this subject. According to some estimates, nearly one in four women in the US report experiencing violence by their spouse, boyfriend or intimate partner at some time in her life. (more)
As we all know, life has its share of heart breaks and struggles. At times we feel overwhelmed, alone and defeated. No one is exempt. Yet, life can be wonderful. Consider a willingness to allow yourself to believe it.
When disappointments come, and they will, take a different outlook such as “closed doors are as much a blessing as an open door”. The inability to move in a specific direction has a discouraging effect. It feels like a lost opportunity but things are not always as they seem. Acknowledge that a wise God who knows everything, shields us from unnecessary pain by closing areas that can be more disruptive in the long run.
Take a moment to reflect on your life, you can probably remember a particular thing that was very important but didn’t have the outcome you wanted. As time passed, you found that something better worked out in the end. Romans, 8:28 reminds us of this: “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose”. This does not say that all things are good. It does say they will work for your good if you love God.
God loves us unconditionally. He always has and will continue to love us despite what we’ve done just because of who he is. He freely gives us unmerited favor, abiding mercy and amazing grace.
Yes, we all have a purpose. We can more fully connect with it by: Remembering our Creator, Trusting God and keeping his Commandments, Considering our ways for whatever we sow, we also shall reap and, Realizing our dependence on God who gave us life. If you had a priceless item and it needed repair, wouldn’t you go to the manufacturer for help? Well, he is ours. Ask him for help. He is ready, willing and more than able.