Hope for the Hurting
Depression During the Holidays – Part 2
When our expectations do not come to pass, we can be left disappointed, frustrated, angry, or depressed. One way to combat depression during the holidays is to release our expectations; Release our expectations of ourselves and others.
Depression During the Holidays – Part One
Not everyone experiences “holiday cheer” during this time of year. For some, it is a very lonely and sad time. The holidays are not always a happy time for people, and depression is a very real experience for many.
Who is Your Source? Stay Connected With God
Have you ever felt disconnected from those around you? Ever felt alone, like you didn’t fit in? I have…plenty of times. Not only have I felt alone, but I have felt lonely. What’s even worse is that there have been times when I have been in a large group of people...
The Freedom of Being Impromptu
I recently traveled to another state for some training and commuted about an hour every morning and evening. It had been quite some time since I’d had much of a commute. I live in a suburb and when I worked in the city I had a commute every day. While I grew to...
Hope for Hard Times: The Sun Will Come Out Again
We all go through trials. Some are harder than others. Some last longer than others. Even the Bible tells us to expect them. John 16:33 relays “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I...
God’s Breath: The More I Seek Him
Some people hear God in an audible voice. I never have. I do, however, sense God’s presence very strongly through music and in nature. As I was standing outside one evening recently, staring at the stars, I was reminded of the song “The More I Seek You.” You...
During the Hard Times in Life: In Whom Will I Trust?
If you've read my post about my temper tantrum with God, you know I've been facing some unexpected physical challenges. This is not what I bargained for. Honestly, I get discouraged when I try to figure out how to solve it myself...I'm used to being a do-er, a...
Beauty in Change
When I was traveling up north and observing and drinking in the beauty of the fall colors, there were times when I saw one tree changing its colors but surrounded by trees that had not yet begun the process of change. It made me think of those times in our lives when...
Beauty Despite the Flaws
When God looks at us, He doesn’t see our imperfection, our nicks, and our gashes. He sees our heart. He sees His son, and His son’s sacrifice on the cross. He sees us in His image. He sees beauty despite the flaws.
Beauty Isn’t About Perfection-It’s About the Process of Becoming Who God Created You to Be
What makes something beautiful? I think in society we have come to view perfection as the ultimate perfection. But I think we’ve got it all wrong. Recently in my travels up north, my breath was repeatedly taken away by the beauty of the changing color on the...
Dr. Michelle Bengtson
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