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| Back-slidding Relationships | 8/31/2009 |
Q: OK, I don't want to give names but I am in a serious relationship with someone who just got out of a ...
A: Unfortunately, we cannot "make" anyone do anything. We can only be responsible for ourselves. A ...
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| Guilt, Obligation or Christian Love? | 8/13/2009 |
Q: I really hope you will answer me! I grew up in a very broken family, and my mother disowned me and ...
A: You said it well when you mentioned "boundaries." Your fear in going to see her is that you will be ...
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| Where do you draw the line? | 8/13/2009 |
Q: I have a question. My wife is on a "prayer chain" which I think is great. You don't see many of ...
A: There is no formula for what is healthy and what it not. Only that it is impacting you and it ...
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| The christian life | 8/9/2009 |
Q: Why is it at times that practicing the life of a true believer is so difficult? there are lots of ...
A: It is difficult for all believers to live a Godly life. No one can do it perfectly and that is ...
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| abusive relationships | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I have a story I am ashamed to tell but I feel like I must share it. I am a Christian and love God ...
A: Oh Esther, you are so valuable and you do not see it. First, do not call this man. I would get a ...
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| marriage | 6/23/2009 |
Q: Ok, here goes. I have been married for 20 years to a woman who hates sex. This has been the hardest ...
A: Good behavior isn't what saves you. So yes, even when you are sinning, you are a Christian if you ...
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| emotional abuse | 6/21/2009 |
Q: I love my mother very much, and I have given much to show her I love her, but, she is very abusive ...
A: For whatever reason, your mom is emotionally abusive. You need to set a boundary with her and that ...
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| living with in-laws without husband | 5/17/2009 |
Q: i have been married since august'08, my husband is abroad he intends to apply for my visa but has ...
A: There is never a circumstance where a woman should stay in a situation where she is being abused. ...
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| Divorce?? | 2/20/2009 |
Q: Lucille, Please forgive for the length of this question. I feel you need to know all the ...
A: Yes, you've been through a lot. I could be wrong but I sense a lot of grief and I would recommend ...
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| how to confront a homosexual friend | 2/17/2009 |
Q: good day!!! I was once involved in a same sex relationship. Due to a third party, my then girlfriend ...
A: I don't know if it's your job to tell them. If they've seen your new life, they know your beliefs, ...
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| Unconsummated Marriage | 2/10/2009 |
Q: I have been married for 21 months. And like most Christians, I took my vows seriously and entered ...
A: Greg, You're right, it sounds like a very sad empty marriage. There is not a lot I would add, ...
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| she's older than me | 1/26/2009 |
Q: Ever since I've entered my new church I've met a beautiful women that I've grown very fond of. I ...
A: Could you ask her out for a casual date? Say, coffee? Or a lunch? That way, as you begin to find ...
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| Christian guidance | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I am recovering from a fracture going on more than four months. It has started to take it's toll on ...
A: I commend you for recognizing you need help. It's often very difficult to find a great counselor. ...
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| How can I help my mom and help myself? | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I am 22 and my husband is 24 and my mother and two younger brothers (8 and 10) have lived with us ...
A: Holy cow, Sarah, this is definitely a case of Boundaries gone bad. It's most likely going to be ...
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| Marriage Mockery | 1/11/2009 |
Q: My husband is that in name only due to his desire. This [separate bedrooms] has gone on for some 12 ...
A: Your problems are so multi-layered, and complicated. I do think a clinically-trained counselor ...
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| My wife.... | 11/29/2008 |
Q: My wife and I have been married for about six months now and we've been together for about two ...
A: Yes, this is very bizarre, especially if it happened within a committed Christian marriage. ...
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| the will of god for chrisitians | 10/22/2008 |
Q: what is the will of God for those who chose to be Christians?
A: Wow, this is a broad question Crystal. I don't think I can answer it quickly but I can recommend a ...
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| Doubts | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I have been engaged to a man for a year, 2 months a ago I gave my life to the Lord. Our relationship ...
A: Boy, that's a tough one, and I'm not a specialist on blended families. I've always thought that the ...
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| trying to live peaceful with jealous accusing husband | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I am a new Christian(spiritual baby)in Christ.My husband and I gave our life to the Lord but I am ...
A: The problems you describe sound serious. I would definitely recommend counseling. If you cannot ...
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| Christian woman | 9/6/2008 |
Q: Hi, I am a Christian woman having some serious Faith issues, and one thing stands out quite ...
A: Well, I'm not a theology scholar, per se, just a counselor who has spent a lot of time in the Bible, ...
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| Follow up question | 8/29/2008 |
Q: How come you didn't answer my follow up question, but replied with "I've already answered this ...
A: I did answer, almost immediately after you sent the question. Then I received the question again so ...
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| Relationship issues w/Mom | 8/25/2008 |
Q: Not sure where to start, but I'm confused now how to deal w/my mom. Some background info: I'm 31, ...
A: You have described a perfect pattern of a family with poor boundaries. There is all sorts of ...
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| the unpardonable sin | 8/18/2008 |
Q: i have ocd and i think bad thoughts against the holy ghost even thoughts of him being of the devil ...
A: that's interesting. I had a client who had the exact same fear. I do think it is definitely the ...
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