Greater Life Church
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Sermons preached by Mark Spell. Senior Pastor at Greater Life Christian Church in Durham, NC.
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This podcast is tailored to encourage, inspire, motivate and most importantly establish you in the Faith and Life in General. Follow me on all social media Facebook: @greaterriver Instagram: @greaterriver Twitter: @greaterriver TikTok: @greaterriver
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Life Without Baggage : Insights from Christian Counseling for Greater Confidence, Courage & Comfort
Dr. Toni Cooper
Are you a Christian? Do you want strategies on how to improve your coping skills? Do you want to understand how to draw closer to God for greater peace? These episodes will help you build self-confidence, overcome trauma, establish firmer boundaries, and lean into the gentle guidance of the Holy Spirit for greater wisdom for your daily life. These are the strategies I've been teaching my clients since l986. These episodes are not a substitute for medication or personal counseling. #christian ...
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Childhood Trauma & Adult Romantic Relationships #143 #relationshiptips #healthyrelationships
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A fun interview with SheRa Renee from the Blemished Beauty podcast where we look at the impact of childhood trauma on our romantic choices and 3 unhealthy patterns in relationships. 0:00" Introduction1:00" How I got interested in trauma recovery3:30" 3 Patterns and Relationship Mistakes10:50" Know who you are12:10" Dating, Job Interviews, Romance &…
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Don't Leave The Leftovers - Video
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Many people do not like leftovers. However, there are times when we have leftovers out of necessity. We may feel guilty leaving food on the table when we go out to eat. It feels wasteful. Sometimes, we may ask for the uneaten food to be boxed up to take home, only to forget it when we leave the table. The problem is that our bellies are full, and w…
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Christian Counseling | Finding PEACE in a Chaotic World #142 #spiritualpeace
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In this video podcast, I explore concepts from nature and the Bible that help us understand how to find peace and navigate chaos. 0:00" Introduction0:58" Pictures of peace and safety in nature2:40" Pictures of how Jesus can be our safe place4:30" Comforting images from the Bible9:50" Learning how to lean into Jesus and draw from His PEACE13:22" Pra…
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Don't Leave The Leftovers - Audio
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Many people do not like leftovers. However, there are times when we have leftovers out of necessity. We may feel guilty leaving food on the table when we go out to eat. It feels wasteful. Sometimes, we may ask for the uneaten food to be boxed up to take home, only to forget it when we leave the table. The problem is that our bellies are full, and w…
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Christian Counseling | Words for The POWER to Change #innerhealing #christianpodcast #podcastsforwomen
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This episode explains the power of words that can bring us peace and strength to move forward from the difficulties in life. 0:00" Introduction to the Episode1:00" Understanding the POWER of words in nature4:40" The Bible teaches us about the POWER of the Word of God to create change7:00" Words of strength and healing in a prayer for you10:27" The …
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We Can't Stay Long - Audio
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When visiting friends and family or attending a party, we sometimes have a notion of how much time we want to spend there. We may even arrange a signal with our spouse to avoid staying too long. In our text, Israel had been at Mt. Horeb for some time. They had become comfortable, but God told them it was time to move. There are wilderness times and…
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We Can't Stay Long - Video
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When visiting friends and family or attending a party, we sometimes have a notion of how much time we want to spend there. We may even arrange a signal with our spouse to avoid staying too long. In our text, Israel had been at Mt. Horeb for some time. They had become comfortable, but God told them it was time to move. There are wilderness times and…
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The Jews are God's chosen people, but it appeared that they had rejected God. It would be easy to conclude that because the Jews rejected Him, God would turn His back on them. Our text, however, dispels that thought. This is not about Jew or Gentile; it is about God's plan. God's plan is inclusive and meant for all humanity. The door may be closed …
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The Jews are God's chosen people, but it appeared that they had rejected God. It would be easy to conclude that because the Jews rejected Him, God would turn His back on them. Our text, however, dispels that thought. This is not about Jew or Gentile; it is about God's plan. God's plan is inclusive and meant for all humanity. The door may be closed …
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Childhood Stress & Adult Mental Health #140 #childhoodtrauma #personalityquiz #copingskills
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Does childhood stress matter if you are an adult and you've forgiven everyone in your past? This episode explores the answer to this question about the impact of childhood stress (i. e., experiences prior to age 18) on adult coping skills. There is also a quiz to help you understand how much stress you may have had in your childhood. 0:00" Introduc…
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Tips for Healthy Aging (Bonus) | Dr. Toni Cooper #agingwell
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Some tips for people 50+ who want to age well. This is a radio interview with Jeanne Destro from WAKR.✅ Subscribe To My Channel For More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianCounselingforaL-gz3mu/?sub_confirmation=1✅ Important Links: 👉 Audio Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V👉 Books on Amazon: https://bit.ly/48x5M2V👉 Leave me a Google Rev…
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Christian Counseling | How to STOP People Pleasing #139 #peoplepleasing
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This week's episode is an interview with Julie Rebboah who learned how to STOP people pleasing. Julie grew up with a parent who had an undiagnosed personality disorder. As a result, Julie experienced the divorce of her parents, poverty, emotional abuse, and neglect. We talk about the ways that she lost her self and then learned to stop people pleas…
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Our text from Psalms is an encouragement and coach on how to live life. The singer declares that blessed is someone who knows the joyful sound, for they will walk in the light. Life has a way of wearing on us. If we are not careful, we allow life's situations and challenges to set a dark tone over our lives. When we utter the joyful sound noted in …
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Our text from Psalms is an encouragement and coach on how to live life. The singer declares that blessed is someone who knows the joyful sound, for they will walk in the light. Life has a way of wearing on us. If we are not careful, we allow life's situations and challenges to set a dark tone over our lives. When we utter the joyful sound noted in …
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Ready For The Real Thing - Audio
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Many of us buy store-branded items to save money. These off-brand items are usually good, but sometimes, they do not measure up to the real product. Spiritually, there is no substitute for a genuine move of God. We can have moving experiences, but unless God is there, it is like those off-brand items: good, but they do not measure up. The enemy wou…
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Ready For The Real Thing - Video
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Many of us buy store-branded items to save money. These off-brand items are usually good, but sometimes, they do not measure up to the real product. Spiritually, there is no substitute for a genuine move of God. We can have moving experiences, but unless God is there, it is like those off-brand items: good, but they do not measure up. The enemy wou…
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Christian Counseling | A Prayer for Our Nation (Bonus)
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In light of recent events, I want to post a prayer that you can use to ask God for His intervention in our nation. This prayer uses Scripture from 2 Chronicles 7:14, Exodus 20, Isaiah 58, and Isaiah 53. God responds to humility and repentance for sin.
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Christian Counseling | Helplessness, Guilt, Self-Care & Self-Criticism #138
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This week's episode is an interview I did with the Christian Reader's Community. In this interview, I address concerns about a variety of topics and healthy ways to draw on your faith. This is episode #138 in my podcast "Life Without Baggage."0:00" Introduction to the Episode3:00" Why People Get Stuck6:55" Guilt and Self-Care11:15" Self-Criticism a…
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The Consequences of Decisions - Video
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Decisions have consequences, some good some bad. Our text is the story of Abraham. God tells Abram to depart from his family and that he will be the seed of a great nation. Abram obeys and goes to the land of Canaan. There, God repeats the promise, and Abram builds an altar. For some reason, Abram moves again and builds a second altar between Bethe…
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The Consequences of Decisions - Audio
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Decisions have consequences, some good some bad. Our text is the story of Abraham. God tells Abram to depart from his family and that he will be the seed of a great nation. Abram obeys and goes to the land of Canaan. There, God repeats the promise, and Abram builds an altar. For some reason, Abram moves again and builds a second altar between Bethe…
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What Is Limiting Your View? - Video
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In our text, God urgently tells Abraham to come outside and look at the heavens, and his offspring will be as numerous as the stars above. God had made this promise to Abraham before. However, at this point, Abraham was close to 100 years old and had no children. Had Abraham looked at the sky inside the tent, he would not have seen the stars. God h…
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What Is Limiting Your View? - Audio
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In our text, God urgently tells Abraham to come outside and look at the heavens, and his offspring will be as numerous as the stars above. God had made this promise to Abraham before. However, at this point, Abraham was close to 100 years old and had no children. Had Abraham looked at the sky inside the tent, he would not have seen the stars. God h…
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Christian Counseling | Cultivate YOUR Creative Gifts #137 #christianpodcast
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This week looks at the Joy, Peace, and Beauty we create for ourselves and others as you develop even simple creative talents. Many people do not recognize the creativity they express in the simple tasks of life (like cooking, sewing, repairing items, gardening, solving problems, etc.) 0:00" Introduction2:22" Where does creativity start?7:26" Practi…
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Decisions are a part of life. Most of us will make a list, weigh the pros and cons, and decide how to proceed. For some, however, decision-making is paralyzing. They may go through the same pro and con analysis, but then they worry about making the wrong decision or disappointing themselves, someone else, or even God. Often, people who find it chal…
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Decisions are a part of life. Most of us will make a list, weigh the pros and cons, and decide how to proceed. For some, however, decision-making is paralyzing. They may go through the same pro and con analysis, but then they worry about making the wrong decision or disappointing themselves, someone else, or even God. Often, people who find it chal…
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Christian Counseling | How Does God See Me? (Bonus)
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Is God mad at me? Why don't I feel forgiven? How do I get closer to God? This video answers those questions. 0:00" Introduction0:35" Is God mad at me?4:45" Why do I have trouble feeling good enough?7:08" How can I recognize if I have distortions about God10:50" Four steps to remove distortions✅ Important Links: 👉 Audio Books on Amazon: https://bit.…
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Christian Counseling | Wake Up Your Creative Side #136 #creativeenergy
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This week looks at the therapeutic power of creativity. Many people do not recognize the creativity they express in the simple tasks of life (like cooking, sewing, repairing items, gardening, solving problems, etc.) Creativity gives us joy and blesses other people. 0:00" Introduction1:56" Have You Dropped Off Some Baggage?2:50" Creativity in your e…
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How to Partner with God for Your Business with Jenilee Samuel #135 #javawithjen #lifewithoutbaggage
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Today, I am interviewing Jenilee Samuel of "Java with Jen" to discuss how to use your faith to get strategies for your business, podcast, or hobby. 0:00" Introduction to episode and to Jenilee Samuel2:32" Recognizing the gentle ways that God communicates with us9:34" Getting help from God to improve your finances, business, hobby, or side hustle18:…
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It is Time To Put Your Foot Down - Video
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Life can come at us from many directions, and often all at the same time. The combination of things life throws at us can cause some to question their faith. In these times, we must remember that God wants us to live a victorious and overcoming life. It is easy to look at our current situation and conclude that it has never been as bad as it is now…
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It is Time To Put Your Foot Down - Audio
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Life can come at us from many directions, and often all at the same time. The combination of things life throws at us can cause some to question their faith. In these times, we must remember that God wants us to live a victorious and overcoming life. It is easy to look at our current situation and conclude that it has never been as bad as it is now…
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Have You Dropped Off Some Baggage? (Bonus) #christianpodcast
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If you have dropped off some baggage as a result of any of these episodes, or prayers, or insights, I would love to hear from you! This link will give you 90 seconds of recording time. https://www.speakpipe.com/LifeWithoutBaggage Also, let me know if I have permission to share your recording on a future segment! Looking forward to hearing from you!…
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Trauma, Helplessness & the Brain | Christian Counseling #134 #christianpodcast
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This episode looks at the impact of trauma on the body and the brain, triggers, and ways to move forward in recovery from trauma. 0:00" Introduction to the episode and guest3:20" Trauma & Helplessness8:50" Triggers and Emotional overload11:24" Tools for recovery from trauma14:45" Mistakes people of faith make in their coping16:05" Increasing your s…
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Grandpa, Tell me 'bout the God of Days - Video
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In 1986, country music duo The Judds had a hit with the song Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout the Good Old Days). It is a nostalgic country song in which the singer feels overwhelmed by the rapid changes in modern life. The phrase Good Old Days is often used to evoke an unfavorable comparison of how it is now to some idyllic remembrance of times gone by. The…
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Grandpa, Tell me 'bout the God of Days - Audio
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In 1986, country music duo The Judds had a hit with the song Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout the Good Old Days). It is a nostalgic country song in which the singer feels overwhelmed by the rapid changes in modern life. The phrase Good Old Days is often used to evoke an unfavorable comparison of how it is now to some idyllic remembrance of times gone by. The…
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Relaxation with Imagery (Bonus) #stressmanagement
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This video gives simple tips to use guided imagery and relaxation to reduce anxiety and enjoy greater peace. 0:00" Benefits of Relaxation Techniques1:06" Preparing Your Setting3:16" A Guided Relaxation for you9:50" Additional Suggestions to manage stress11:11" A Prayer for PeaceThis is not a substitute for medication or counseling. This is a Bonus …
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Christian Counseling | Building Self-Acceptance #133 #selfconfidence
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In this episode, I explain how to use your faith to build #selfconfidence on the foundation of your position, purpose, and power in Jesus Christ. 0:00" Introduction2:21" Our POSITION as loved by God7:30" Our lives have PURPOSE as a child of God13:07" We have POWER in the Holy Spirit to overcome obstacles20:35" Prayer of blessing✅ Subscribe To My Ch…
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The first words of God establish Him in His position of power and authority. We do not need to look to the parting of the Red Sea or any other miraculous event; in the opening words of the Bible, God steps to the edge of existence and speaks all that we know into existence. When God speaks, anything is possible. God establishes principles in Genesi…
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The first words of God establish Him in His position of power and authority. We do not need to look to the parting of the Red Sea or any other miraculous event; in the opening words of the Bible, God steps to the edge of existence and speaks all that we know into existence. When God speaks, anything is possible. God establishes principles in Genesi…
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Christian Counseling | Overcoming Self-Rejection #132 #selfesteem
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This episode explores some roots of self-rejection and important insights to help you move out of low #selfesteeem. 0:00" Introduction1:42" ROOTS of Self-Rejection4:45" Building a foundation of self-acceptance9:30" A prayer to overcome and move forward✅ Subscribe To My Channel For More Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristianCounselingforaL-gz3mu…
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Christian Counseling | 12 Steps to Survive a Break Up #131 #selfcare #boundaries #mentalhealth
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There are things you can do to move forward after divorce, a break up, or loss of a friendship. Here are 12 steps to help get through it as smoothy as possible. 0:00" Introduction3:00" Steps 1 - 1219:44" Common Mistakes21:10" Learn what you can so you can choose wiselyPsalm 34:18 The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.Video on "Relationship Addictio…
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The Key To Our Consequences - Audio
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The message in the book of Revelation is relevant to far more than the seven churches in Asia. Though written for that time, the message is relevant all the time. The letters focused on trials, failures, and shortcomings, but they ultimately are messages of encouragement. To each church, God says, "I Know." He knows their situation. He knows their …
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The Key To Our Consequences - Video
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The message in the book of Revelation is relevant to far more than the seven churches in Asia. Though written for that time, the message is relevant all the time. The letters focused on trials, failures, and shortcomings, but they ultimately are messages of encouragement. To each church, God says, "I Know." He knows their situation. He knows their …
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Christian Counseling | What is Christian Witchcraft? (BONUS) #prayer #spiritualdiscernment
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There are trendy practices that take us out of the light of Jesus and into murky spiritual practices. Here is a simple explanation of how to tell the difference. Website drtonicooper.com Books on Amazonamazon.com/author/drtonicooper Video Podcasts channel youtube.com/@ChristianCounselingforaL-gz3mu/featured FB facebook.com/drtonicooper Instagram ht…
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Christian Counseling | Breaking OUT of Confusion & Dysfunction #130 #addictionrecovery #mentalhealth #christiancounseling
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In this more personal episode, I talk about my struggles with depression, spiritual confusion, and generational patterns. 0:00" Introduction to the episode2:25" My background of emotional turmoil and depression10:18" Ways that the Lord started to change me11:15" Things that the Lord wanted me to address in order to grow17:25" Closing the door on th…
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Christian Counseling | Breaking the Cycle of Abuse & Dysfunction #129 #overcomingtrauma #dysfunctionalfamily
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This episode looks at a variety of topics related to overcoming family patterns of abuse & dysfunction in order to have a stronger personality and healthier relationships. 0:00" Introduction1:57" The prevalence of trauma in society4:00" The role of learned helplessness7:29" Childhood abuse & domestic violence14:20" Coping strategies to build a stro…
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Christian Counseling | How to Break Soul Ties & Trauma Bonds #128 #traumabonds #prayer #emotionalhealing
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Today we go step-by-step to help you identify lingering attachments to people, organizations, family members, and spiritual practices that are holding you captive. 0:00" Introduction and Review of Attachments2:40" Questions to Identify Lingering Attachments12:50" Prayer to Unload Attachments & Trauma Bonds✅ Subscribe To My YouTube Channel For More …
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In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. He did this with us in mind. At creation, He made sure that He created everything we would need. He did this before we were formed in our mother's womb. God has a plan for each of us and made provision for each and every one of us to fulfill that plan. God provided for Adam and Eve in the gar…
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In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. He did this with us in mind. At creation, He made sure that He created everything we would need. He did this before we were formed in our mother's womb. God has a plan for each of us and made provision for each and every one of us to fulfill that plan. God provided for Adam and Eve in the gar…
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Christian Counseling | Family Secrets & Trauma Bonds #127 #traumabonds #christiancounseling #narcissisticinjury
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An overview of how secrets, traumatic family dynamics, and false spiritual practices prevent us from resolving losses or moving forward in life. This information can also be found in my book called "Life Without Baggage" which is available on Amazon.0:00" Introduction and Review of definitions2:50" Understanding the Intensity of Bonds and Loss5:40"…
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How we see God influences and shapes how we see everything else. If our problems seem too big, it is because we do not see how big our God is. The Bible recounts 37 miracles. Each speaks a specific message and conveys the power of the almighty God to those who observed them first-hand and to generations to come. These 37 miracles address every situ…
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