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Book Review: The Shack
An associate at work insisted I read "The Shack." He wouldn't give me many details of the book but did say it revealed God's grace in personal tragedy. After a few false starts, I was able to finally start the book. Not being a great fan of Christian novels, I was immediately disappointed but endeavored to continue reading. I confessed I was entertained by Young's prose in that he gave so much detail in visualizations of descriptions. I did become distracted as I begin to ana
June 30, 2009
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Abortion And The Conscience of The Nation By Ronald Reagan
In 1983, President Reagan wrote an essay for the "Human Life Review" entitled, "Abortion and the Conscience of the Nation." This brief writing of his pro-life philosophy was published in book form a year later. It was expanded to approximately to 95 pages with lengthy afterwords by Surgeon General C. Everett Koop and British essayist Malcolm Muggeridge. Reagan’s brief composition is probably one of the better well-argued pro-life essays ever written. It is also signific
June 30, 2009
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Collecting Confederate Money
The folks who said, âHold on to your Confederate Money boys, the South will rise again,â were the brunt of many a joke over the years. Now however, the wise ones who kept their paper are laughing all the way to the bank. The South hasnât declared its independence again, but the value of Confederate currency has shot through the roof.n nOnce the war started back in 1861, the Confederate States of America (CSA) began to issue its own money to the citizens of the South. Al
May 7, 2009
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Is Self-Esteem Contrary to Christianity?
The philosophy of self-esteem is probably the most influential doctrine to arrive on the scene in Christendom's recent history. At least in my lifetime, it has had as much affect, if not even more, on evangelical Christianity than the modern tongues movement that surfaced in the late 1960's. Not only has self-esteem psychology crept into every aspect of Biblical doctrine and practice but society as well. A Korean War era fighter pilot turned minister in the 1957 movie "Battle
December 3, 2008
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ADHD: A Deceptive Diagnosis - Is it a Spiritual Problem?
Attention Deficit Disorder, otherwise known as ADD, has evolved over the years. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition (DSM-IV) identifies three main characteristics of the disorder: inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. While ADD stresses the inattention behavior, ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) includes all three of the categories. The DSM-IV lists the following symptoms of the illness:nnInattention:n1. Often makes care
December 3, 2008
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Book Review: Jesus Christ-Self-Denial or Self-Esteem? by Dr. David Tyler
If one didn’t look at the title of Dr. Tyler’s book, “Jesus Christ: Self-Denial or Self-Esteem,” they might think they were reading a book about the life of Christ instead of a refutation of the self-esteem movement. Dr. Tyler takes a different approach that’s characteristic of some of the other books on critiquing self-esteem. He doesn’t exclusively argue that the self-esteem position is defective from a humanistic psychological approach a
November 30, 2008
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Book Review: The Self-Confrontation Manual
John Broger's "Self-Confrontation" manual is probably the most exhaustive work available today to help the Christian conform their lives to be more like Christ. Even though the book is titled "Self-Confrontation," Broger accurately refers to the book as one of "self-condemnation." He systematically dissects the worldly philosophy of self-esteem by introducing believers to areas of their lives that may not have yet been exposed to the illuminating and cleansing power of the Wo
November 30, 2008
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Psychology as Religion: The Cult of Self-Worship by Paul C. Vitz
It seems everyone you meet these days is a self-proclaimed psychologist. From radio talk shows, television interviews, romance novels, weekly magazines, to cliques at work; everybody has an opinion on the latest âmental illness.â I was first introduced to practical psychology when I joined the United States Air Force in 1970. It was expected that Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) would become counselors to their subordinates. Profession military education devoted entire ch
February 19, 2006
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Competency in Counseling
Competency in CounselingnnThere is no shortage of advice-givers in todayâs society. Actually, it seems no matter where you turn, you hear someone giving advice or counsel on one issue or another. Frequently itâs hard to try and avoid those wanting to give advice. To prove my point, simply express to others a dilemma you have, and watch folks stumble over themselves to give their opinion. Some counsel you hear is good, little is from a biblical worldview, and much counsel
February 17, 2006
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The Neighborhood Mint
After a recent trip to Dahlonega, Georgia, I became obsessed with wanting to know more about the U.S. Mint that had been there and its history. To say that "The Neighborhood Mint: Dahlonega in the Age of Jackson" by Sylvia Head, Elizabeth W. Etheridge, gave me all the information I ever wanted to know would be an understatement. Their 200-page book is packed with facts, figures, stories, and bits of history that sometimes were overwhelming. At times you get the feeling the au
February 4, 2006
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Gateway Biblical Counseling and Training Center
Counseling center offer free counseling to the community. Center also trains counselors that can lead to a college degree and/or counseling certification.
July 3, 2009
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Lt. George E. Dixon Camp # 1962
Historical organization honoring Confederate veterans through the preservation of history and heritage.
July 3, 2009