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The Reversals
I know, yes, this post sounds like a weird movie title (ex: The Incredibles, fantastic movie, right?) or a really bad band name. “Yeah, let’s go see the Reversals jam out.” Regardless, the church I’m involved in is in a series right now called: “Drama” – when God...
Integral Pieces Needed in the Healing Process
Four Areas to Address “I’ve been coming to WGA for 6 months now and I feel worse—what’s that all about?” This was a very frequent and frustrated quote from my early days at the ministry. Weren’t things supposed to be feeling better, now that emotional and relational...
Can we talk about masturbation?
It has been a while since we have visited the topic of masturbation here. I’ve written and spoken about it before, but I think it is good to revisit this, even though it can be an uncomfortable topic. Many people (myself included) have experienced deep shame over the...
Sojourning Differently in Our Suffering
What do you think about when you think about the scroll of Ruth? The OT goes, Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, and then Ruth. What comes to mind for you? I think of the last 2-3 years. That through all the drama, chaos, confusion,...
Welcome Greg to the WGA Staff
We are pleased to announce that we have a new staff member! Greg Navitsky has joined us in a part-time capacity. For a while, we have been praying for someone to join us, particularly someone who is younger and can help us to bridge the gap between generations. Greg...
The Ripple Effect of Choices We Regret
“Hell is truth seen too late.” (Thomas Hobbes) Q: Why do I start with a statement that is clearly theologically wrong? Christians who study the scriptures discover early on that no one goes to hell without having known the Truth and had the opportunity to be set free...
Grief: An Integral Part of the Healing Process
Grief. It’s my least favorite emotion and for most people they probably feel the same. My father passed away in July of 2008 and I did not handle my grief in a healthy way. In fact, I avoided feeling it and facing it by any means necessary. Workaholism equaled coping....
Practical Tools for Facing Sexual Struggles
Sexual struggles are a challenge that many of us face. Even those with the most successful stories of overcoming addiction and temptation still find themselves struggling at times. This isn’t a sign of weakness or failure; simply a reminder that we continue to need...
Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow…
Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. (James 4:14) We live in a culture in which people plan ahead. Whether it's scheduling a faraway vacation, waiting for a big tax refund, or looking at our calendars to see what we'll be doing on a given day, we plan...
Reflection on Relationship and Marriage
May and June are busy times for wedding venues, florists and other businesses that serve the needs of wedding planners. I have attended a couple of weddings this season myself, and whenever I do, I always reflect on the meaning and purpose of relationships and...