Life Lessons

Why Jesus is Okay with Gay Marriage Pt2

March 20, 2016 by Chad

Last week I wrote a list of points about why Jesus is okay with gay marriage including a verse by Paul in Romans that says “You may think you can condemn such people, but you are just as bad, and you have no excuse!” (Rom 2:1). It’s definitely a post worth checking out for seeing some different … [Read more...]

Why Jesus is Okay with Gay Marriage

March 13, 2016 by Chad

Please Note: I am not claiming that I know exactly what Jesus believes, but I'm looking at the evidence and making a conclusion. Gay marriage is a topic that has not been treated with a lot of love by the Christian community at large. As a follower of Jesus I apologize for this unloving … [Read more...]

Parenting Today is Harder than Ever Before

March 6, 2016 by Chad

Parents today have a problem that hasn’t been an issue before: Kids like themselves... too much. When I grew up there were always a few braggers and bullies, but a lot of this was still the result of kids and teens trying to feel better about themselves. Trying to feel better about ourselves was … [Read more...]

Why Porn is Good

February 21, 2016 by Chad

Yes, this is an unusual title for a post written by a reverend, but it’s true. And it has to be true based on the one saying I’m constantly using: There’s good in all things. Understanding this is actually the key to happiness. In fact, most of my job as a therapist is to help people recognize the … [Read more...]

Do you wonder what your purpose is?

February 14, 2016 by Chad

What is my purpose? This is the question I keep hearing lately. It doesn’t matter whether I’m with Christians or non; people want to know why they are in this world. If you’re one of these people, let me help you figure out your purpose; it’s simple: You don’t have one. Yes, you have a general … [Read more...]

How to Enjoy Life More

January 18, 2016 by Chad

I happened to watch a montage from The Ellen DeGeneres Show of her favourite scare moments where she sets up these hilarious moments that freak out guests... so funny (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jr7bRw0NxQ4). This reminded me of a tool I use in the therapist office to help people understand … [Read more...]

Two suggestions for starting the New Year

January 4, 2016 by Chad

New Year resolutions are a popular thing not to do. I remember it being a thing when I was younger, but now the more common thing to say is “My resolution is not to make a resolution,” or “I like being in a rut and not challenging myself because I’m incredibly unhealthy and/or lazy.” This last … [Read more...]