Help Someone Take Their First Step
She sat in her car outside our building, afraid to walk in. Since losing someone she loved, grief and anxiety had made everyday life overwhelming. […]
The God Who Stays: Learning to Be Present Instead of Productive
What if our relationship with God was never meant to be another thing on our to-do list? We live in a world that celebrates productivity. […]
Why Saying No Feels So Hard: Setting Boundaries Without Guilt
You agree to help, even though your calendar is already full. You answer the phone when you desperately need a quiet evening. You take on […]
When Someone You Love Is Struggling With Suicidal Thoughts
Practical guidance from the Renewing Life Center When someone says, “I don’t know how much longer I can do this,” it can be difficult to […]
Why Am I Anxious for No Reason?
Have you ever had one of those moments when everything is technically fine—but you don’t feel fine? Nothing terrible is happening. No one is angry […]
Love Like Jesus: Seeing the Person Behind the Pain
We live in a broken world filled with hurting people. My guiding principle over the years has become simple: “Love like Jesus.” I fall short […]
Back to School: Helping Your Child Start the Year Strong
A new school year brings a lot of emotions-for kids and parents. There’s excitement about new teachers, new classrooms, seeing friends again, and getting back […]
Why Can’t I Just Get Over It? Understanding the Lasting Impact of Trauma
“That happened so long ago…I’m over it.” But not really. Sometimes we don’t even recognize the lingering impact trauma has on our lives. When we […]
Your Spouse Isn’t the Enemy, The Cycle Is
Imagine this. A wife comes home from work and sees dirty dishes in the sink. She sighs and turns to her husband. “I thought you […]