God's Healing Touch
Articles
Shame vs. Honesty
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Shame is the single most inhibitor to any individual's development of honesty. God's proomise of honesty to us paves the way to our increased ability to relate honestly with Him and with those around us.
Character vs. Reputation
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Knowing the difference between our character and our reputation is an integral part of our ministry. We promote the heart of God or we promote self.
In Pursuit of Belonging
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Sometimes obtaining a sense of belonging promotes behaviors that demean or 'step on' others in order to feel significant. Using a passage from Hebrews, this article takes a look at the role of the priest, our role as priests in the family of God and similarities of responsibility.
Resting in Hope
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Hope comes from facing our battles with the flesh before the grace and mercy of God. I Peter 1:13 is the basis of this devotional.
Christmas: God's Sacred Covenant
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Using the analogy of a love story, this brief passage describes the tenderness of God's love for each one of us. The holiday of Christmas is especially noted as it is a special time to celebrate the gift of God's commitment to us.
The Look of God
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The power of a look. When someone looks at another's face they see the inner thoughts or feelings of that person. What do people see when they look at our faces?
What a Lot to Possess
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Our position as a child of God is laden with numerous benefits. Our inheritance is both instant and progressive.
Double Yoke: No Burden is Carried Alone
Examines our natural tendency to "go it alone" and provides a way to envision sharing your burdens with Jesus.
The Comfort of Position
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The reality of our position with our Heavenly Father is one that is filled with comfort and help during our difficult times.
Self Sabatoge and Secret Affections
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
In the recovery process, a new kind of honesty is needed to become all that God would have. This article takes a look at one way in which honesty can be helpful in the healing of our ability to relate as God would have us to.
Changing Our Christmas Perspectives
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Article uses an analogy from the Old Testament to teach how Christmas can be an opportunity to turn from fear and sin, to the joy, holiness, and wonder of Christ.
Bread of Bethlehem
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Family and the sharing of communion is the backdrop of this article, which explores how to receive life-giving and healing attributes of God during the Christmas season.
God's Forgiveness
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
God's forgiveness is complete. He moves us from shame and guilt to being set free.
God's Presence in the Midst of Suffering
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Moving account of experiencing God's presence in the midst of horrendous suffering
God's Peace in the Midst of a Crisis
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Moving account of a young woman who experiences the peace of God in the midst of a personal crisis
Finding Balance
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Finding balance in life through focusing on the Lord
Recognizing the Treasure Within You
This article provides insight on helping to see God's love for each one of us and gives tools for seeing ourselves in a different way.
A True Joy-Filled Christmas
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Stress and high expectations of the modern Christmas season are in sharp contrast to the First Christmas
Personal Purity
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There are benefits to personal purity beyond what we can fully take in as the world is seeming to celebrate impurity. The many faces of sexual impurity is reviewed here. The harmful effects of sexual sin including entertaining impure thoughts are discussed. This piece contains a good discussion of the harm seemingly harmless speech and innuendo brings.
Why Does God Use Hardship?
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Hardship is hard. Why does God allow it? As the Potter shapes clay, over and over again, we too are shaped. Often this shaping is a process with several steps. What are these steps and why do they hurt? Sometimes it is for our strengthening and sometimes to deepen us in the ways we were meant to be and want to be. God makes us ready for all His purposes and for life abundantly.
Traveling The Road
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Each individual has a unique road to follow. This roadway is sometimes foggy to us. If we have gone along the path of trusting God many times, are we likely to continue when our eyes are blocked from what is ahead? See a personal example of a foggy road experience.
Guidelines for Help When You Feel Vulnerable or Lost
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Sometimes there is a straight-forward need for some written steps to take when feeling depressed, anxious, crummy, full of discouragement, or when listening to lies in thinking about God's ability to redeem a seemingly failed life. Here are those steps.
Gratitude, It's Own Memory Chain
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Memories triggered at times of yearly occasions are not always pleasant. How do you deal with triggered memories? Can we move from reacting to certain memories to providing ourselves with a plan? See ways people are able to set in motion a positive chain of memories both personal and spiritual.
Two Sides of Pity
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the debilitating effects of secular pity and describes the difference between God's pity and the world's.
Because God Loves Me: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
God's love made personal
Taking Out the Trash: Preparation for the Holidays
Cheryl Chapin, M.S.
Share many blessings with family members instead of strife during the holiday season
If You Had Been Here
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
A lively imaginary interaction of the biblical account of the encounter between Mary, Martha and Jesus just before Lazareth is raised from the dead.
Know God
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Trying to get a grasp on what it means to have a relationship with God. God desires to and pursues each of us to this end. This article includes a thorough outline of what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Serve Your Generation
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Meeting the challenge of any new year keeps us mindful of how we have opportunity to be all that God would have us be. A personal look into the life of one serving in the face of loss is described beautifully and challenges us to look at those around us in a new way.
Surrender
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
Surrender is a process in which we accept the way things are.
Forgiveness in the New Year
The process of forgiveness, tips on inviting Jesus into the journey of forgiveness, as well as the forgiveness of self and others are discussed in this article.
Prayers for God's Protection
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Fearful situations can leave us feeling vulnerable. Article outlines a specific format of prayers to use when we need God's protection.
Making Your Way Through Transition
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the challenges we face when going through difficult life changes. It also gives a way of navigating through that difficult time.
Different Culture, Equal Honor: Viewpoints on Shame
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Family and individual rituals can look different, but are equally valued by God. Article shows how to bring sensitivity and honor to these rituals, when culture or economic and social status are different between people.
THE HELPER AND THE LIGHT
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Making decisions, fom the simple to the complex, is something we do every day all day long. Someone said we are our choices. God is good, He wants the best for us, and God is sovereign. If we ask, the Holy Spirit sheds light on our path so we may step in the best direction.
When A Father Dies - Preparing For The Holidays
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The death of a family member creates a kind of stress that one does not understand until they experience the loss themselves. Add the holidays to this and the multiple levels of grief increase. There are a few basic truths that become real in the face of such a loss around the holidays. This article, written to encourage as well as remind us of these truths, utilizes the author's own personal experience to bring the reality of what it means to celebrate living in the face of grief.
Mine, Mine, Mine: A Look at Greed
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Sometimes we humans are as selfish and greedy as a two-year-old. We try to obtain some illusive something by wanting more, more, more. Feeling cheated or deprived is one thing. Using money and power to feel better is another. Craving and greed need a healthy look and this article will help us do just that. In it is healthy food for thought and questions for you and you alone.
To Rescue or Not, That is the Question
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article explores ways in which parents rescue their adolescent children and ways to weigh the decision whether to act on their behalf.
DRUNK WITH HOPE: God's Help for Addiction and Emotional Wounds
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Emotional wounds can negatively influence relationships which can lead to addictive behaviors. Article explores how to put God’s truth into emotional pain, thus taking the first step in freedom from addiction.
RELATIONSHIPS AND THE BRAIN
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Our brain is sending out signals for hormone release in all of our relationships. These hormones are either the "feel-good" kind or they are the fight or flight kind. Therapists at the Center for Family Healing give healthy response training to our clients to bring about the results they would like in their relationships.
Cadence 91: Prayer for Military Families
Sarah L. Pollock (daughter of Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMF
Cadence 91 is a poetic prayer in honor of all military serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Based on Psalm 91, this prayer poignantly depicts the physical, emotional and spiritual trials of war and how the great love and security of Jesus Christ will not fail.
Coming Home
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Home is a powerful word. This article speaks to the yearning for home whether one is physically home or not. Where is home? If we do not have a sense of home, where may we find it?
Feeling Crazy - The Effects of Addiction on the Family
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the serious and debilitating effects of addiction on the family. Hopes for rehabilitation are addressed.
Fear and Anxiety: Steps to Restoring Courage and Stability
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
The new millenium brings added stressors to our lives including ever-present technology, limited family communication and bonding, overwork, and addictions. This article will explore causes and treatment for fear and anxiety to restore a Godly sense of courageious well-being for ourselves and our families.
Broadcasts
Double Binds: Comfort - Giving and Receiving #614
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Discussion centers around the dynamics of giving and receiving comfort and the impact of double binding communication.
God's Fathering Us: Being Sure of God's Love #615
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Let's talk about the word "father" and knowing the surety of God's love.
God's Fathering Us: God's Comfort, Encouragement and Urging #616
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This program takes a look at 1 Thessalonians 2:11 discussing how we are fathered, comforted, and encouraged.
God's Fathering Us: Responding to God's Love #617
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Discussion regarding our responsiveness to the love that God gives us.
God's Fathering Us: Intimacy With God #618
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Lynda discusses what it means to have an intimate, personal relationship with God.
God's Fathering Us: Recap of the Series #619
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Sharing God's love in spite of what we deal with in the world.
The Need To Win: God Overcomes It #3 of 4, #697
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Scripture outlines practical ways in which we can overcome the inner battles that keep us locked into the need to win.
The Need To Win: God's Way #4 of 4, #698
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Discouraged about your own competitiveness? Tune in and be encouraged! God has your best in mind.
Intimacy with God #1 of 4, #764
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
How can I be intimate with someone I cannot see?
Intimacy with God: Inviting God Into Inadequacies #2 of 4, #765
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Any relationship requires one to practice vulnerability. Inviting God into your inadequacies is one way to experience a growing sense of intimacy with God.
Intimacy with God: Reactions From Oneself and Others #3 of 4, #766
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Opening up to God may elicit many different responses within oneself as well as produce changes in your relationships with others.
Intimacy with God: Wrap Up #4 of 4, #767
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Lynda with her co-host Paul take time to wrap up their discussion on what it means to be intimate with God.
Where Is Jesus In Tough Times #1 of 2, #1049
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Using Isaiah 28:16 this program discusses the necessity of getting God involved in our situation.
Where Is Jesus In Tough Times #2 of 2, #1050
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Tithing The Blessing #1199
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There is much talk about blessing one another. Understanding what that means and the impact of giving away the blessing is discussed.
Authority and Structure in God's Family and Kingdom, #3 of 3, #1245
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There is very much a spiritual component that fights against healthy authority and healthy structure. Listen as Paul and Lynda discuss the powers and principalities and there possible impact on the family.
Hope In The Midst Of Trouble #1318
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The relevancy of Scripture is made known in taking a look at the family patterns of Adam and Eve. These patterns still exist in todays families.
Hiding The Truth From God #1319
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Truth is often a difficult thing for us to face. Yet, coming face to face with the truth is one way of coming honestly before the Lord.
Making Lemonade When Life Gives Lemons #1 of 2, #2074
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
How are we at handling our lumps in life. What do we do when lemons come our way? Disappointment can destroy our hope. Interpreting events is a major job of adulthood.
Making Lemonade When Life Gives Lemons #2 of 2, #2075
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Disappointment can destroy our hope. How are we doing at handling our lumps in life? What can we do when lemons come our way?
Nourishing Thinking #1 of 4, #2091
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.
Nourishing Thinking #2 of 4, #2092
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.
Nourishing Thinking #3 of 4, #2093
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.
Nourishing Thinking #4 of 4, #2094
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
A conversation is often taking place in one's mind. How to have nourishing thoughts is explored in this program.
God's Dream For You #3015
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
I know it may seem funny, however, God has big dreams for his loved ones. His dreams often go beyond what we may think of. Listen for a brief discussion and exercise for identifying what His dreams may be for you.
Jubilant God #1 of 2, #3020
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Experience, in this program, how God rejoices and sings over us through the bond of love. As we become secure in this bond, we too, can rejoice in the bonding process in our close relationships.
Jubilant God #2 of 2, #3021
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Experience, in this program, how G od rejoices and sings over us through the bond of love. As we become secure in this bond, we too, can rejoice in the bonding process in our close relationships.
Attachment To God #3073
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Human bonding is both uniquely the same and different than our bonding to the Lord as Savior. Join Lynda and Brenda as they discuss the significance of our bonding to the Lord and one another.
The Meaning of Covenant #3083
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Based on Lynda's book, "Proverbs For The Family", discussion focuses on God's willingness to covenant with humans in order to bring about His goodness.
The Myth of Earthly Perfection #3087
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The dream of perfection can be disappointing. Based on her book, "Proverbs For The Family", Lynda discusses how calmness and peace really happens.
Comfort or Character #2 of 5, #3121
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Continued discussion is presented of the pursuit of comfort and how normal this longing can be.
Comfort or Character #3 of 5, #3122
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
In our search for comfort, there are often core fears that keep us stuck. Joshua 1-3 enters the discussion and its application to our healing process.
Comfort or Character #4 of 5, #3123
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Joshua 1-3 is discussed and the truths Joshua was presented with reveal the reality of God's working in our healing process.
Comfort or Character #5 of 5, #3124
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Fear, affliction and the truths revealed in Joshua 1-3 are finished up.
Intimacy With God: Definition of & The Woman At The Well #1 of 4, #2161
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This series of programs explains what it means to be intimate with God.
Intimacy With God: Expressing Feelings/ Sharing Problems With God #2 of 4, #2162
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This program continues the series of intimacy with God and discusses sharing feelings with God.
Intimacy With God: I Wish I Could Better Hear What God Is Saying #3 of 4, #2163
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This program continues sharing feelings with God and discusses hearing God's voice.
Intimacy With God: Believing God's Promise #4 of 4, #2164
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This program concludes the series of intimacy with God and discusses believing God's promises.
My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #1 of 4, #3048
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious inour thoughts and belief systems.
My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #2 of 4, #3049
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious in our thoughts and belief systems.
My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #3 of 4, #3050
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious in our thoughts and belief systems.
My Thoughts Are Not Your Thoughts #4 of 4, #3051
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
These programs illustrate how we can change our thoughts and behaviors to be more in step with God's thoughts toward us. Learn how we can renew our mind in Christ and remain victorious in our thoughts and belief systems.
Resting in Hope #1 of 3, #3061
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
This three part series takes a look at a three-fold directive found in the book of Peter for helping us focus on true goals as we relate to our Heavenly Father.
Resting in Hope #2 of 3, #3062
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
In a world where so much emphasis is placed on an individual's performance, the result is people battling for power, position, and possessions. The lack of peace internally creates numerous problems. The greatest of these is separation from our true source of peace.
Resting in Hope #3 of 3, #3063
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
In a world where so much emphasis is placed on an indiviudal's performance, the result is people battling for power, position and possessions. The lack of peace internally creates numerous problems. The greatest of these is separation from our true source of peace.
The Healthy One #1 of 2, #3147
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Lynda Savage and Phil Panier discuss how being in our Heavenly Father's arms is better than being in pursuit of health without God in the picture.
The Healthy One #2 of 2, #3148
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Lynda Savage and Phil Panier discuss how being in our Heavenly Father's arms is better than being in pursuit of health without God in the picture.
Attachment Wounds: Ten Steps That Heal #1 of 2, #3175
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
In this two part series, a child's story of broken attachment illustrates how to begin the healing process toward healthy attaching to God and to others.
Attachment Wounds: Ten Steps That Heal #2 of 2, #3176
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
In this two-part series, a child's story of broken attachment illustrates how to begin the healing process toward healthy attaching to God and to others.
The History of Practical Family Living #4 of 8, #3228
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Lynda and Brenda turn the table and interview Paul. Paul candidly shares about the benefits of Practical Family Living to himself, his family, and the listeners.
The History of Practical Family Living #5 of 8, #3234
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
Lynda interviews Suzan Myhre, who has been a therapist with the Center For Family Healing touching on her introduction to and the ministry of Practical Family Living.
The History of Practical Family Living #7 of 8, #3236
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
This program, featuring Lynda Savage and Mary Lambrecht, addresses insights learned from PFL on parenting multiple children, the PFL primary focus on glorifying God and Mary's journey from young mother to therapist on staff at the Center For Family Healing.
The History of Practical Family Living #6 of 8, #3235
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Lynda interviews Christine Vander Wielen, a therapist at the Center For Family Healing touching on her introduction to and the ministry of Practical Family Living.
The History of Practical Family Living #8 of 8, #3237
Lynda interviews Whitney Stager, a therapist at the Center for Family Healing. Whitney shares her experience as a christian therapist and a humorous story of how she first heard of Practical Family Living and met Lynda Savage.
Be Anxious For Nothing #3254
Most people will call a friend, go for a walk..do anything before the pray. The whys for this and keys to talking to God are covered in this program hosted by Lynda Savage.
Loss Equal Gain #1 of 2, #3198
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Brenda Spina and Paul Cameron take a look at the life of Abram and how God responded to Abrams loss, fear, and discouragement. Revealed are three things that we can say hello to when experiencing loss.
Loss Equal Gain #2 of 2, #3199
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Brenda Spina and Paul Cameron take a look at the life of Abram and how God responded to Abrams loss, fear, and discouragement. Revealed are three things that we can say hello to when experiencing loss.
Redeeming Our Life Stories: A Christian Approach to Narrative Family Therapy #1 of 2, #3200
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
A two- part series exploring how our own life stories can be "re-authored," or enhanced, transformed and healed by the redemptive story of Jesus Christ.
Redeeming Our Life Stories: A Christian Approach to Narrative Family Therapy #2 of 2, #3201
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
A two part series exploring how our own life stories can be "re-authored," or enhanced, transformed and healed by the redemptive story of Jesus Christ.
Am I A Gossip? #1 of 2, #3211
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
These two programs cover the definition of gossip, use example from the book of Proverbs as well as outline 5-6 responses that one may use to release themselves fro the gossip loop.
Am I A Gossip? #2 of 2, #3212
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
These two programs cover the definition of gossip, use examples from the book of Proverbs as well as outline 5-6 responses that one may use to release themselves from the gossip loop.
A Chrismas Sabbath #1 of 3, #3213
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
This series of three programs explores the meaning of a Sabbath-rest and offers spiritual and practical suggestions for a Sabbath-rest during the Christmas season.
A Christmas Sabbath #2 of 3, #3214
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
This series of three programs explores the meaning of a Sabbath-rest and offers spiritual and practical suggestions for a Sabbath-rest during the Christmas season.
A Christmas Sabbath #3 of 3, #3215
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
This series of three programs explores the meaning of a Sabbath-rest, offers spiritual and practical suggestions for a Sabbath-rest during the Christmas season.
Neglect: The Obtuse Abuse #1 of 2, #3221
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
Suzan Myhre discusses with Paul Cameron the harsh consequences of being ignored and neglected in childhood. They explore how neglect impacts relationships into adulthood including parent-child relationships and marriage. Also covered is how to heal from Neglect and God's healing power.
Neglect: The Obtuse Abuse #2 of 2, #3222
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
Suzan Myhre discusses with Paul Cameron the harsh consequences of being ignored and neglected in childhood. They explore how neglect impacts relationships into adulthood including parent-child relationships and marriage. Also covered is how to heal from neglect and God's healing power.
The History of Practical Family Living #1 of 8, #3225
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
PFL has been in existence more than 20 years. Lynda Savage, Director and Founder of Practical Family Living and Paul Cameron take a walk down memory lane and remember how God put together PFL. There is laughter and tears as God's faithfulness is remembered as well as rejoiced in.
The History of Practical Family Living #2 of 8, #3226
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Lynda Savage and Paul Cameron continue their recollections of the early days of PFL. They are joined by Brenda Spina as they continue to remember and celebrate the interweaving of people and their gifts as PFL began to grow.
A Look at Greed, #3280
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
We have all wrestled, more or less, with selfishness and greed. A two year old for example can be heard saying: “Mine, Mine, Mine.†This program discusses the effect of wanting power, money and sex to a hurtful degree. There is a series of questions in this program that will help you determine unhealthy attitudes about PMS (power, money, sex). You will be glad to hear this rarely talked about topic.
Chronic Disease: From Grief to Hope, #1 of 3, #3293
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Chronic Disease affects roughly 45% of the total population. Behind this statistic are faces and experiences of real people and their families. In this three part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss five stages of grief people may experience and how family members can help. In part 1 the topic is introduced and the stage of denial is discussed.
Chronic Disease: From Grief to Hope, #2 of 3, #3294
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Chronic Disease affects roughly 45% of the total population. Behind this statistic are faces and experiences of real people and their families. In this three part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss five stages of grief people may experience and how family members can help. In part 2 the stages of denial, anger, bargaining and depression are discussed.
Chronic Disease: From Grief to Hope, #3 of 3, #3295
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW
Chronic Disease affects roughly 45% of the total population. Behind this statistic are faces and experiences of real people and their families. In this three part series, Christine Vander Wielen and Lynda Savage discuss five stages of grief people may experience and how family members can help. In part 3 the stages of depression and acceptance are discussed.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #1 of 9, #3305
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Fears around the loss of a personal dream can influence our relationships. This program will explore how unspoken inner hopes and dreams can cause conflict in relationships, and how Christ can help us verbalize dreams to self and others.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #2 of 9, #3306
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Conflict and challenges in relationships were part of Jesus’ walk on earth, just as they are part of our earthly walk. This program will explore how Jesus, Lazarus, and Mary and Martha effectively walked through conflict with one another to a place of love and understanding.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #3 of 9, #3307
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
This program further explores, through study of the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead (John 11), healthy principles of relating to others in challenging times.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #4 of 9, #3308
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
When conflict occurs in a relationship, we can learn to draw from God’s agape love, rather than from our own human love. Through a story of a boy and a horse, this program explores how the principle of abiding in Christ can both help us love others, and also give us wisdom with appropriate boundaries with others.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #5 of 9, #3309
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Challenges in relationships can include others failing us or disappointing us, even in times of our greatest need. This program gives examples of how Christ drew upon God the Father’s love and sovereignty, and His sovereignty in the terrorist attack on the United States, September 11, 2001.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #6 of 9, #3310
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
This program explores the concept of Godly boundaries in conflictual relationships, and touches on the topic of abuse.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #7 of 9, #3311
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Program explores forgiveness: what it is and what it isn’t. The story of Corrie Ten Boom forgiving one of her captors from a Nazi concentration camp further illustrates key principles around forgiveness.
God's Fearless Love For Challenging Relationships, #8 of 9, #3312
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Program looks at the benefits of forgiveness, including spiritual freedom and hope for the future. Mary Lambrecht shares a personal story of forgiveness and a short testimony of her brother’s salvation in Christ, shortly before he died of AIDS in 1991.
