Hope For Life Biblical Counseling & Equipping

Do not put your trust in princes, in human beings, who cannot save. When their spirit departs, they return to the ground; on that very day their plans come to nothing. Blessed are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord their God. He is the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them. He remains faithful forever. - psalm 146:2-6

While this year has been crazy and beyond challenging, there have also been many wonderful things that have happened. As a biblical counseling and equipping ministry, these difficult days have provided even more opportunities for us to shine the light of God's Word into the darkness. https://mailchi.mp/9be67a7e01a8/lockdowns-open-doors

The blacker the night grew around us, the brighter, truer, and more beautiful burned the Word of God. - Corrie ten Boom, concentration camp survivor

Was Jesus a socialist? If He was, wouldn't we be able to find clear support for it in Scripture? Yet there is none. Not a single verse. In reality, the differences between Christianity and Marxism are infinite. Literally. https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/was-jesus-a-socialist/

"Critical Race Theory" is something few had heard about six months ago, but is now becoming more common. So what, exactly, is it? Where does it come from and who is behind it? Is it helpful or harmful? In what ways does it impact us and those we love? We put together some quick facts for you here > https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/the-cliffsnotes-on-criti/

Counterfeit = Imitation of the real thing; a fake; a forgery; an enemy masquerading as a friend; to imitate or feign especially with intent to deceive In other words, a counterfeit may look genuine, it might even have some good or some truth mixed in, but, overall, it is entirely false. Therefore, because they so closely resemble the real thing, and because deception is so utterly destructive, counterfeits are supremely dangerous and deadly. More: http://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/

Was Jesus really a socialist as many claim? Earlier this week, Mark sat down with his long-time friend, Pastor Rob McCoy, to talk about the state of the world today and how Marxism has even crept into the church. Don't miss this one. https://youtu.be/r3bMlwqdGrM?t=58

Was Jesus really a socialist, as some claim? Mark was recently interviewed by Doreen Virtue about his new books on the socialist agenda creeping into government and the church. This is a must-watch! https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/why-christians-must-resi/

Because discernment is so valuable, there are some individuals and ministries who have set themselves up as discerners. This can be a very positive thing, at least potentially. Yet, while many wonderful people fall into the good discerners category, there will always be some bad apples mixed in here and there. Ultimately, when it comes to those who proclaim to be discerning, it is up to each of us to discern the good, the bad, and the downright uglyin accuracy, actions, ...and attitude. In other words, we have a responsibility to be very discerning with those who preach discernment. While some who preach discernment are simply inexperienced when it comes to discerning truth from error, there are others who are counterfeits and even toxic to both believers and non-believers. Those in the latter group do not just give discernment a bad name, they actually cause a great deal of destruction. 27 Distinctives of Destructive Discerners > https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/destructive-discerners/

It’s here! After lots of intense work and late nights, we’re so happy to be able to share Mark’s new book with you, friends. Making Sense Of The Madness answers the questions we’re hearing in the midst of this ongoing upheaval in our world. The hurt, confusion, and ever widening division is a huge contributing factor to the anxiety and hopelessness so many are experiencing right now. It’s our prayer that this book will provide an abundance of hope by giving us a biblical unde...rstanding of what is really going on, what the actual problems are, and what we can do about the mounting chaos and despair. https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/making-sense-of-the-madn/

Fresh reminder for the week: real ways to experience lasting peace. And a new Scripture art printable for you to download.

There will always be those who know they are on the side of evil. They might even like it that way. However, there will be others who are highly motivated to do what is right, but are actually deceived and in error. They focus all their zeal into fighting for falsehoods, for what is wrong, and even for the enemy and for what is evil. Making matters far worse, they also fiercely fight against what is right, including God Himself. Worst of all, they practice this evil while thinking they are working on the side of God, love, and justice. https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/our-greatest-danger/

Are you relying on the right source? #13 from our 31 Ways To Know True & Lasting Peace: 13 | RELY ON THE RIGHT SOURCE Relying on the right source for our counsel, wisdom, and truth brings peace; while also avoiding the wrong/worldly sourceswhich, in contrast, often produce false hope and pseudo-peace.... Scripture: Psalms 1:1-3; 18:30; 19:7-11; 25:4-5; Colossians 2:8; James 3:16-18; Jeremiah 2:13; 1 Corinthians 1:17ff; Galatians 5:22; 2 Timothy 3:15-4:5; 2 Peter 1:3-4 https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/31-ways-to-know-true-las/

God, out of His perfect wisdom and love, has blessed us with many things that not only provide true peace, but also lessen or eliminate anxiety and depression. His solutions, however, are not quick fixes. They are not coping techniques, they are ways of life, and the way to abundant life. These are not merely things we do, they require deep changes in usin our hearts, our thinking, how we believe, and how we live out God’s truths by faith in Him. All of these divine remedies... are doable. None of them are have to’s. Instead, all of them are get to’s! # 7 | TAKE ACCURATE RESPONSIBILITY Accurate personal responsibility brings peace, while taking on too much, or too little produces anxiety, guilt, death, and many other destructive things. Scripture: Proverbs 28:13; Acts 15:8; Galatians 6:5; Luke 10:41; Romans 8:1-2; 2 Corinthians 3:5ff; Galatians 3-5 https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/31-ways-to-know-true-las/

May 6 | CORRECT FOCUS Focusing on the right things brings peace, while focusing on the wrong things produces worry, fear, regret, and hopelessness. You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. -Isaiah 26:3... Scripture: Isaiah 26:3; Lamentations 3:19-21ff; Philippians 4:8; Colossians 3:1ff; Mark 4:19; Romans 8:5-6; Hebrews 12:1-3 From "31 Ways To Know True & Lasting Peace" https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/31-ways-to-know-true-las/

Need some encouragement today? Here's number 5 from our "31 Ways To Know True & Lasting Peace." Look up these verses for some serious anxiety busters. 5 | ENTRUST CONCERNS Truly entrusting specific concerns to God brings peace. We can have great joy, peace, and security when we gladly give our concerns to Him, and ourselves to Him, because we truly believe Him and His Word, and we want His way, His outcome, in His time, not ours.... Scripture: Psalms 37:5; 55:22; 1 Peter 5:6-7; 2 Timothy 1:12; 1 Peter 4:19 https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/31-ways-to-know-true-las/

Here's the really & truly Good News! https://www.hopeforlifeonline.com/good-news/

The Lord is my Shepherd. I shall not want. #psalm23 #hopeforlife