Where do you focus your attention?
Are you distracted by trauma, living in the past, or consumed by the pain?
The Bible tells us that the direction in which we focus our attention is the way in which we will go. [Read more…]
Above & Beyond Christian Counseling
Christian Counseling, Deliverance Ministry and Spiritual Warfare
Where do you focus your attention?
Are you distracted by trauma, living in the past, or consumed by the pain?
The Bible tells us that the direction in which we focus our attention is the way in which we will go. [Read more…]
By Don Ibbitson
What issues were you dealing with? Be specific.
Mental and emotional torment. I have struggled from childhood with seemingly inexplicable frustration that no one could seem to reach me.
How where they affecting you?
Depression, confusion and financial insufficiency. I was a victim of my emotions and didn’t realize that there are invisible personalities with names that speak to us on a regular basis. Many times they come at us in gangs taking turns tormenting us in times of weakness.
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By Don Ibbitson
Paul tells us in Ephesians 6:12 that we battle spiritual forces of evil on earth and in the heavenly realms. At Above & Beyond, we purposely avoid warfare in the second heaven (the heavenly realms) and focus on the ministry of deliverance. I want to explain the distinction and offer insights as to why you should be careful before you venture into second heaven warfare.
There are three heavens. The Bible refers specifically to only the “third heaven.” There must be two others and defining them can be subject to debate. [Read more…]
Are you a Christian who adamantly defends Halloween?
Do you base your position on happy childhood memories of candy and dressing up?
Let’s face it there’s a big debate this time of year among Christians over Halloween’s safety and whether you are opening a door of torment for your children by taking them out to trick or treat. [Read more…]
By Don Ibbitson
“Why is this happening to me?”
“I thought God was supposed to protect me?”
Many leaders in the Body of Christ declare that the battle is the Lord’s and that our job is just to believe and trust. Others contend that we are to be actively involved in fighting the enemy. What is the truth? [Read more…]
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Above & Beyond Christian Counseling
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Clearwater, Florida 33760
Above & Beyond Christian Counseling
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