What Does Biblical Hope Really Look Like? By: John Thurman M.Div., M.A., LPCC After fifty years in ministry and counseling, I’ve found that when life falls apart, people don’t need more clichés. They need something real they can hold on to. A few years...
You started this year with clear plans and a strong sense of purpose. But now you feel stuck. Doubt creeps in, progress slows, and you watch opportunities pass by as your heart feels heavier. This article reveals 6 ways fear traps you, why it does, and practical,...
In this article, I share how to move beyond shame-based thinking to a growth mindset that will help you develop a more resilient faith. Regina’s Story Regina sat on her bed, Bible on the nightstand, carrying a familiar shame that tightened her chest. She served...
Rewire Your Brain with Spiritual Practices by John Thurman, M.Div., M.A., LCMHC Velcro for bad, Teflon for good — what that rewiring really means In this article, you will learn how to rewire your brain. Your brain’s job is to keep you safe. For thousands of...
By: John Thurman, M.Div., M.A., LPCC Ever Feel Stuck? Do you ever feel stuck—spiritually, emotionally, or even in the way you pray and serve? You’re not alone. That feeling of being “stuck” often comes from what psychologists call a fixed mindset: the sneaky belief...
The Gardener Mindset: Practical Steps to a Calmer Mind “Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” —Romans 12:2 (NLT). This verse is a call to change the way we think, to align our thoughts...
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