Social Media and Mental Health1 Correlation or Causation Pick one of many studies that indicate a link between social media use and poorer mental health. And why would this be? Remembering that correlation does not equal causation, one must wonder … Continue reading →

The Need In one of the first training classes I taught at CCEF, there was a newly appointed counseling pastor from a Baptist church in New Jersey. Stressing the importance of giving hope is now a strategic aspect of teaching … Continue reading →

Ancient Israel, Culture, and Judgment Establishing Israel and A Moral Culture The nation of Israel was God’s specific covenanted community. They were His chosen people emanating from the loins of Abraham (Genesis 12 & 17). He led them into Egypt, … Continue reading →

A Vital Question Just what is the origin of religious liberty? In a recent speech, Justice Alito observed, “When the state signs on to protect religious liberty, it necessarily signs on to a particular conception of what it means to … Continue reading →

A Text Worth Considering Before you read this blog, invest five minutes in reading Ezekiel chapters four and five. Does Unhitching from the Old Testament Ring True? “Unhitch from the Old Testament,” declares a young evangelical pastor as he echoes … Continue reading →

My Personal Professional Perspective Living in our time, unique in its globalization and digital connectivity is filled with tension and anxiety. It is characterized by identity confusion and purposefulness. However, for the biblical counselor, this means the proliferation of opportunities. … Continue reading →

A Lesson on Survival from a Hero And What It Takes to Win a Culture War History Is Important For his Independence Day blog, R. Albert Mohler, Jr, wrote a piece on the recently deceased, Hershel Williams, the last of … Continue reading →

Introduction Life is confusing today. When I was a boy, the good guys wore white hats, and the bad guys wore black hats. Oh, yes, that is an oversimplification. My hometown was an amalgamation of ethnicities with strong rivalries, definite … Continue reading →

Troublemakers This piece appeared in the Morning Minute, a daily provocative devotional sent out by text by Dr. Howard Dial, a long-time friend. I am on the list of those who receive the Morning Minute. I asked his permission to … Continue reading →

The Three Driving Forces of Left-Leaning Culture I read a news summary this afternoon on the agenda of the left. It matters not where you turn—school, church, or politics they are singing the same song. Go abortion! Go gun control! … Continue reading →