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Christian Anxiety: Meet Your “Sentry” & Retrain Your Brain
(Adapted from my Resilient Faith: Standing Strong in the Storms of Life Book project) By John Thurman, M.Div., M.A. A night watch that never ends — a personal story I still remember standing on my first time on watch....
Why 80% of Christians Fail at Habit Change
Why 80% of Christians Fail at Habit Change: Tips for 2026 New Year's Resolutions Introduction Credit Where Credit is Due First, let's tip our hats to the wisdom of James Clear, author of the wildly popular Atomic...
4 Ways to Protect Your Marriage During the Holiday Rush
The holidays can strain even strong marriages. Here are four ways to protect your relationship and stay connected during the busiest season of the year. Holidays often look merry on the outside but can hide stress,...
How to Avoid 4 Holiday Pitfalls
How to Avoid 4 Holiday Pitfalls Can you believe it? Christmas is almost here. Tree lots are bustling, lights sparkle brightly, and kids' lists grow longer. In just a few days,...
Finding Peace: 3 Mindfulness Tips for Advent
Finding Peace in the Season: Practicing Mindfulness During Advent By: John Thurman M.Div., M.A. LPCC Let's be honest: for many of us, Advent can feel like trying to find stillness in the middle of your local Christmas...
Thanksgiving – How to Develop a Gratitude Mindset
Thanksgiving: How to Develop a Gratitude Mindset Are you aware that one of the most inexpensive and easy ways to improve your emotional, physical, and mental health is to develop a Gratitude Mindset? It may seem...
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