Category Archives: Mental Health

473. The Blessing Of Being Anointed By God. But Who Are The Anointed? (Part 1 of 4).

Posted on March 31, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

Over 50 years ago I began to notice a great increase in Christian circles of the words, “anointed” and “anointing.” I was cautious back then about using the words in the way many people were using them. It seemed to … Continue reading →

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472. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE ANOINTED BY GOD?

Posted on March 29, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

In preparing a Bible study on 1 Samuel 26  I came across David’s description of King Saul as the “Lord’s anointed.” David realised that God had anointed Saul to be the king of Israel and so he was not willing to … Continue reading →

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471. The Hoped-for Gentleness of Christian Ministry. 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Posted on March 26, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

One often wonders why some churches continue to grow while others grow less in numbers and influence. It seems that much has to do with the type of ministry being exercised in those parishes. Often one hears of an overbearing … Continue reading →

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470. Taking Opportunities To Show Love. Re-reading Blog No 271. 

Posted on March 19, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

I don’t often go back to look at my previous blog articles but when this one appeared on my computer screen I decided to read it again. I was challenged by it. I wrote it when my beloved wife was … Continue reading →

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469. Proverbs 3:5-6. God Makes Straight Our Paths.

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

Proverbs 3:5, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. 3:6, In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.“ There are three things that are necessary for … Continue reading →

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468. How To Forgive Those Who Hurt Us. Psalm 32.

Posted on February 25, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

The Epistle for the First Sunday in Lent 26 February 2023 Most humans find it difficult, if not impossible, to forgive those who hurt them in any way. They may have been sinned against personally or the sin may have … Continue reading →

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467. God’s Love For His People. Isaiah 43:1-7. 

Posted on February 19, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

The Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary introduces Isaiah chapter 43 with these words, “Isaiah 43:1-28. A succession of arguments wherein Israel may be assured that, notwithstanding their perversity towards God (Isa 42:25), he will deliver and restore them.” Here are the first … Continue reading →

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466. SHARING GOD’S LOVE IN THIS LIFE. 1 John 4:7-16

Posted on February 7, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

As I was preparing this passage for a Bible study I was reminded of the true meaning of God’s agape love. Perhaps the best definition I have seen is this. “God’s agape love is seeking the best interests of others.” It … Continue reading →

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Blog No.465. SUMMARY OF ALL CORE TEACHING MODULES by Jim Holbeck

Posted on January 27, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

These Core Teaching modules are made up of 5 Stages with 5 or 6 topics in each stage. They embody the truths it would be helpful for anyone to know, who is involved in the Healing Ministry of the church. … Continue reading →

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464. Sharing in Fellowship and Service. [Core Teaching Stage 5. Topic 6.]

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Jim Holbeck

Blog No.464. Sharing in Fellowship and Service. [Core Teaching Stage 5. Topic 6.] Posted on Thursday 25 January 2023

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