Jesus was tempted, too.

Posted by Allison Stevens on November 23, 2011

In the past, I’ve struggled with seeing Jesus as being tempted; I mean really tempted. I’ve seen Him, in my minds eye, as some angel-like figure; able to rise above (pardon the pun) the thing that Satan was trying to lure Him with because He knew exactly the emptiness that was being... Read More

Exploited Sexuality

Posted by Tim Jackson on November 21, 2011

As a follow up to my post last week about the PSU sexual abuse scandal, I’ve been painfully reminded of how often we refuse to talk about things that really matter, things shrouded in secrecy that are just too uncomfortable for us to discuss without stepping on toes or seeming to be insensitive.... Read More

Sexual Abuse Scandal

Posted by Tim Jackson on November 16, 2011

It has been hard to miss the top news story of the past 14 days on US media outlets–the child sexual abuse scandal that has rocked the campus of Penn State University, engulfing a prestigious football program, it’s coaches, and administration. The University has come under fire for... Read More

More than just a good book

Posted by Jeff Olson on November 10, 2011

“Is that a good book?” the lady asked the young boy sitting near her on the bus.

“This,” the boy replied holding up the book on his lap , “It’s more than just a good book.”

The young boy is, Henry, a main character from the new, popular television series Once... Read More

Do you have PPT?

Posted by Tim Jackson on November 4, 2011

One of the most frequent conditions that I encounter in my counseling with people over the years is one that the DSM-IV has failed to categorize.

I call it PPT.

What is it?

People Pleasing Tendencies.

Now some may ask, “What’s wrong with... Read More

Jesus is not a pain killer

Posted by Jeff Olson on November 3, 2011

Have you ever tried to used Jesus as a pain-killer? I know I have.

In an attempt to survive a time of feeling let down by others or myself, I’ve immersed myself in spiritual disciplines like prayer and scripture reading. I’ve even listened to a few Jesus centered tunes to soothe... Read More