Forgiving Ourselves and Moving On from the Past
1 John 1:9, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” Forgiving others can be difficult; even grueling. However, at times, the person that we find hardest to forgive is ourselves. At times, individuals struggle most
Should I Get Married? – Considering Marriage Part 2
When considering marriage, one of the first questions to ask is simply, “Should I marry?” Choosing to marry and choosing to stay single can both be good, right decisions in the sight of God. Some will choose to marry, some will choose not to marry, and some desire to marry,
Newly Married Worksheet
As marriage mentors work with newly married couples, they will ask some general questions about how things are going. However, in order to be more effective, they will eventually want to ask a couple more specific questions in key areas. This tool is helpful in guiding a discussion in the
Principles of Marriage – Considering Marriage Part 3
It is important to approach the marriage decision using faith and godly wisdom. Many principles and cautions are laid out more extensively in the document, “Principles of Biblical Decision Making”. We encourage you to think through the principles of that document in the context of marriage. Consider walking through the wheel
The Pathway to Purity
The Pathway to Purity. This short video scribe demonstrates the pathway out of sin to an overcoming life of sexual purity.
Panic Attacks
Listen as Ted Witzig explains various aspects of panic attacks. Panic attacks involve a brief, intense period of intense fear and discomfort. The person’s physical body is essentially going through its fight or flight response without an objective trigger for this response. The symptoms of a panic attack often develop
Difficulties During the Decision – Considering Marriage Part 4
There are many individuals whose godly desires and expectations have not been met in the manner they wish. At times, God’s desire for our lives is different than we would choose. Other times, we must recognize we live in a fallen world and are affected by the choices of others,
Social Anxiety Disorder and Phobias
Psalm 56:3, What time [When] I am afraid, I will trust in thee. Social Anxiety Disorder: Most people experience some degree shyness or nervousness when around unfamiliar people or in settings in which they are being evaluated by others. However, the intensity of the anxiety and the impairment it leads
Keeping a Balanced Perspective – Considering Marriage Part 5
We each view life from our own perspective. While this is certainly normal, we all have blind spots and tendencies in our thinking which may lead us to inaccurate conclusions. Because the marriage decision is so important, we must be intentional about keeping a balanced perspective as we seek to
Self-Calming Skills
Psalm 32:7, “Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah.” Emotions play a very important role in our lives. Part of life is being able to feel joy, sadness, anxiety, and excitement. The ability to feel plays