In Search of the True Self

Part One Who am I? Why am I here? Where am I going? Fair questions we will all ask in our lifetime. For Christ-followers, our journey toward objective reality and wholeness (Truth) must begin and end at the foot of His cross.   (read all of Part 1)

Part Two                                                                                                                                                       Summer 2000 March 23rd marked the successful completion of our initial CROSSCURRENT group, while on May 16th we concluded our second Living Waters program.  After meeting together weekly for eight and thirty weeks respectively, twenty men and women had a greater understanding and acceptance of  the intimate, unconditional love of our '"Abba"  Father!  (read all of Part 2)

Part Three In previous issues I reported on various ministry aspects related to Greater Hope. In this issue, I will begin to specifically address the multi-faceted and ever controversial subject of homosexuality. Initially, I will primarily focus on this subject as it pertains to the Church. This ministry views homosexual behavior as only one of many expressions of our pervasive human brokenness (sinful nature.)   (read all of Part 3)

Part Four                    Some Common Roots of Same-Sex Attractions – Part 1 This is the second installment of our series addressing the multi-faceted subject of homosexuality. Contrary to popular belief, homosexuality is not a 20th century development. Though the term was popularized over the past century, the practice has been in existence almost as long as the human race.    (read all of Part 4)

Part Five                        Some Common Roots of Same-Sex Attractions – Part 2 In continuing with our theme about factors that may influence same-sex desires, we will now address 2) Sexual Abuse:  Certainly, not all people who have been abused are homosexual in preference, and not all homosexual men or lesbian women have been abused.     (read all of Part 5)

Part Six                            BITTERSWEET We recently passed the mid-way point in our current Living Waters course, with nine participants and three leaders. This has been a bittersweet time for some, particularly due to the numerous issues we will address during our nearly twenty-five weeks together. The bitter can range from coming face to face with devastating memories, suppressed emotions, selfish attitudes and idolatry in many forms.     (read all of Part 6)

Part Seven God has been revealing His mercy to me at deeper levels these days. Or maybe I have been more willing to receive it. Because I operate in the counseling field, I would like to think that mercy is at the top of my motivational gifts list. However, God is showing me this is not the case.   (read all of Part 7)

Part Eight There is a portion of Scripture that describes well Greater Hope’s purpose as an extension of Christ’s Body. It is found in Isaiah 61:1-3. .....This scripture is truly evident in the lives being touched and changed through our counseling services and ministry groups!  (read all of Part 8)

Part Nine It’s all about perspective A good friend of mine recently sent me this humorous scenario entitled Is Your Car Missing a 710?  (read all of Part 9)