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From the prior section, we agreed that Jeremiah 17 teaches us that every problem has a root issue in the heart or inward posture of a person towards God. Thus every problem at its core is a spiritual problem. Further, for shepherds, the goal must always be treating the root problem, not symptoms that a…
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Originally Proclaimed 05/02/20 Intro: Today we have an entire genre of tv shows that began with the original Survivor series. A pre-selected group of people must out last one another until finally one is crowned as victor. Caroline and I like The Biggest Loser above many of the others, because of the practical advice it offers…
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Before we can help people with their problems, we must understand their problematic situations. To do this, it is helpful for us to consider how we can analyze their problems and situations biblically. Jeremiah 17:5-13 gives us a good guide to begin understanding the differing dimensions of a problem situation. Before we begin to examine…
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You might ask, “what if the person who comes to me for counsel has a medical or a psychological diagnosis?” First, make sure to understand and affirm that God created us with both a body and a soul, thus it is wise for shepherds to encourage regular medical care. The “two aspects of our nature…
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For a number of days, I have struggled with whether or not I should respond to the events occurring in our nation. The killing of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery deserve responses. Protests both violent and peaceful also deserve responses. Yet I have not been sure that I am the correct person to offer such…
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Originally Proclaimed 04/19/20 Intro: Do you remember the show “Whose Line is it Anyway?” The show pitted various actors against one another in teams giving them the task of improvising a scene to entertain the audience. Far from having the audience vote or respond with clapping, etc to determine which skits were best, the host…
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