What Are Your Giving Motives: Reflections on Matthew 6:1-4
Matthew 6:1-4 is a passage that reminds us of the importance of living a life of generosity and compassion. In these verses, Jesus warns us against the dangers of hypocrisy and encourages us to give with a pure heart and…
Separation Anxiety in Adults with Depression
As someone who has experienced both depression and severe separation anxiety, I know firsthand how challenging these conditions can be to live with. For me, my separation anxiety is rooted in a traumatic event from my childhood. When I was…
Squashing the Stigma of Mental Health in a Woke Culture
One would think that in today’s woke society, breaking the stigma would be easy. It is unfortunate that the notion of “wokeness” appears to favor only specific groups or beliefs, rather than promoting equality and inclusivity for all. — Jackie…
God’s Unconditional Love: How It Relates to Sin and Redemption
Imagine feeling a love so pure, so unconditional, that nothing you could ever do would change it. In this week’s blog post, I want to delve into the depths of God’s love and discover how it impacts our lives. As…
Childhood Bullying and Depression in Adults
It was as if the bullies had planted a seed of self-doubt that grew over time, choking out any sense of self-worth or confidence. Jackie Barker Childhood bullying can have a profound impact on a person’s mental health, especially for…