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Are You Preparing for Your Second Judgment?

Depending on the church you attend or have read, you may not be aware that the Bible speaks of a second judgment for Christians.

It’s called the judgment seat of Christ, where every believer gives an account of deeds and words spoken (2 Cor 5:10).

“For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad” (NIV) (emphasis added).

This is different than the first judgment, which provides condemnation for Satan, demons, and unbelievers (John 5:24, Rev 20:1-15). [Read more…]

Are You a Spiritual Person? Could That Be a Problem?

By Donald Ibbitson

On the first counseling appointment, we try to assess a person’s spiritual condition… specifically, where are they in their relationship with Christ?

One chilling response always concerns me, “I consider myself a spiritual person.” It sounds harmless but I’ve found that clients who voice that view are often very difficult to connect with. They voice it with a tinge of pride and consider it a positive factor but I’ve often seen it to be otherwise.

Why is that? [Read more…]

Social Distance Counseling – Now More Than Ever

By Donald Ibbitson

Our nation, and indeed the entire world, is reeling amid a significant social, medical, and economic crisis. The term “social distance” has sprung into our vocabulary and will be forever reminder of this time.

While earthly systems and paradigms are being shaken, we hope you are enduring this trial immersed in the peace of God, taking thoughts captive and letting the Lord work things together for good in your life (Romans 8:28). [Read more…]

Demon Spirits – The Real Root of Addiction

By Donald Ibbitson

The terms “addict”, “my addiction” and “addictive personality” are tossed around liberally today. Are they accurate descriptions or do they misrepresent the root cause of a person’s struggles?

Is addiction primarily an emotional issue, medical, genetic, spiritual – or can it be a combination?

I’m going to share my perspective as a Christian Counselor/Deliverance Minister based upon experience in dealing with many who struggle with substance abuse.
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Christian Counseling Online: Is it Right for You?

By Donald Ibbitson

You need spiritual help. Your issue is beyond what your pastor can deal with. Do you need to jump drive (or maybe fly) somewhere or would be comfortable dealing with someone via a computer screen? I want to help you sort through answers to questions you may have so you can determine what’s best for you.

I believe three separate questions need to be answered:

Do you live in a remote area, or in a region where nearby pastoral counseling help is not readily available?
Are you a face-to-face, press-the-flesh person who needs physical contact so you will feel comfortable sharing your deepest secrets?
Do you feel comfortable dealing with 21^st-century computer technology?

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Are You Preparing for Your Second Judgment?

Are You a Spiritual Person? Could That Be a Problem?

Social Distance Counseling – Now More Than Ever

Demon Spirits – The Real Root of Addiction

Christian Counseling Online: Is it Right for You?

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