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For the past fifteen years, it has been my unexpected privilege to serve as series editor for the LifeLine Mini-Books from Shepherd Press. Now fifty-six titles strong (with more in the queue), the series has earned a reputation for being
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According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, nearly 1 in 4 American adults suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year.[1] As biblical counselors, it’s not uncommon for us to meet with men, women, and children who have sought out
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It’s no secret that marriage is in a state of crisis. Divorce is all too common, and even couples who have been together for decades often don’t have healthy, thriving marriages. When we hear of another couple struggling in their
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*Today’s post is written by Nate Brooks and Anna Mondal, authors of the brand new mini-book Help! Our Sex Life Is Troubled By Past Abuse. The next time you’re at church, take a look around. If the statistics hold true,
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*Today’s article is written by Dave and Nancy Deuel, and is drawn from their new mini-book, Help! My Child has a Disability. It was a busy time in our lives. Dave tells the story. We had gotten married, and I
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Today, I’m pleased to share with you a post written by Dave Deuel of Joni & Friends International Disability Center. It is an excerpt from his new mini-book, Help! My Friend has a Disability. There is a friend who sticks
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In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, Christine Chappell interviews Nate Brooks and Anna Mondal about their new LifeLine mini-book, Help! Our Sex Life is Troubled by Past Abuse.
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Have you seen the bumper sticker that says, “We’re spending our children’s inheritance”? Parents committed to Scripture should change that slogan to: “Our children are our inheritance” (see Psalm 127:3 KJV). This applies equally to grandparenting. We receive grandchildren from
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Discussing the LifeLine mini-books series and how these resources address day-to-day issues from a Bible-centered perspective, with an emphasis on bringing guidance to people who are struggling or suffering, as well as to those who minister to them.
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My panic attacks started with a job promotion. When I became the new managing editor of a health and food magazine, Suzy, whom I replaced, advanced to the role of executive editor. This was a happy day for both of
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“In nearly twenty years of working at a biblical counseling center,” writes Jim Newheiser, “I have observed that the single greatest impediment to our counselees making progress is their lack of a proper relationship with a solid biblical church. Sometimes
Continue readingThe LifeLine Mini-Book series from Shepherd Press is a treasure chest of practical, biblically-faithful resources for the personal growth of believers, home study groups, counseling relationships, and other local church ministries. As the general editor of the series, it’s such
Continue readingAs a new year rapidly approaches, we think and hear non-stop messages about cranking up our motivation to change. We have a resolution for this and that, for everything except what we need most, that is, to think biblically about
Continue readingThis week, Shepherd Press released another 4 LifeLine mini-books, bringing the total to 21 eBooks in the series. Here are the new additions: HELP! I Can’t Handle All These Trials: Who is in control? Why did this happen? What is
Continue readingThis week, Shepherd Press released another four eBooks in the LifeLine mini-book series. At only $1.99 each, these gems are very accessible resources for your personal growth and one-another ministry. Here they are: HELP! My Teen Struggles with Same-Sex Attractions
Continue reading“I’m sorry. I don’t think I caught that. I have what?” “I said the tests are conclusive. You have cancer. I’m very sorry.” It doesn’t matter what has transpired before we or our loved ones hear these words, or what
Continue readingIt is with joy and gratitude that I introduce to you the LifeLine mini-books published by Shepherd Press. Previously known as the Living in a Fallen World booklets (Day One Publications), these mini-books have earned the trust of the biblical
Continue readingPeople turn to sin—whether it be gluttony, substance abuse, lust, or materialism—seeking some kind of satisfaction. But the Lord calls out to us in Isaiah 55:1–2, Ho! Everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and you who have no money
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By God’s grace, I’m a husband, dad, grandpa, and pastor at Cornerstone Community Church in Mayfield Hts, OH. I love Christ because He first loved me.
