I am convinced that we, as Americans, have a coping problem. We don't cope well with the difficult situations, problems, and feelings we have. We simply don't want to feel them because they are unpleasant and painful. Ask yourself, What …
Tag: Fred Jacoby
For Christ’s Sake!
“For Christ’s Sake!” This phrase is often said in disgust, anger, or is used almost meaninglessly in discussions. Christ’s name is used, but isn’t really considered because if it were, this phrase wouldn’t be used. Not too long ago I …
The Black & White Thinking Leader
Leaders come in all shapes, sizes, and personalities. If you can think back through all the leaders you’ve been under, whether in church or in employment, or even instructing you as teachers, you’ll find that there are strengths and weaknesses …
Self-Control Starts Here…
Watching the news (or scrolling online for news), we continue to see accusations about sexual harassment and impropriety by politicians, news icons, actors, and athletes. I had previously written about some of those incidents and thoughts to ponder (Hollywood …
Is it Right or Wrong?
While driving down the highways, perhaps you’ve come across “Christian vandalism” that has sayings like, “Jesus Saves” or “Jesus Loves U” spray painted on the side of a bridge or a wall of rock. I always wonder what they were …
Insecurity and Black & White Thinkers
in·se·cu·ri·ty ˌinsəˈkyo͝orədē/ noun 1. uncertainty or anxiety about oneself; lack of confidence. “she had a deep sense of insecurity” synonyms: lack of confidence, self- doubt, diffidence, unassertiveness, timidity, uncertainty, nervousness, inhibition; More Insecurity is something most of us have faced at some time or another. It …
Black & White Thinking in Depression
The following blog is Part 5 in the Black & White Thinking Series. Click on the links for Part 1 (Introduction), Part 1b (Introduction), Part 2 (Biblical Lens), Part 3 (Grace), and Part 4 (Mental Illness?). According to the Mayo Clinic, …
