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by Dr. Phyllis Arno
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S2L Recovery: What is Dual Diagnosis Treatment? A Faith-Based Path to Complete Healing
Addiction doesn’t usually happen by itself. A lot of people who have trouble with drugs or alcohol are also dealing with mental health issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, or other problems. These problems often make each other worse, which makes it harder to get better without the right kind of help. That’s where dual diagnosis treatment comes in. It addresses both addiction and mental health at the same time, giving you a better chance at real healing. We see this every

NCCA
Aug 67 min read


Book Review
Click The Book For More Info Know someone who could use some soothing quotes of peace and comfort in a time of chaos? These 100 pass-along notes give you the opportunity to let your friends and loved ones know you are lifting them up to God and asking Him to fill their lives with peace, rest, hope, and serenity. Filled with heartfelt prayers, meaningful Scriptures, inspiring quotes, and beautiful artwork--these cards are a wonderful way to bring light to the true rest that on

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 61 min read


CAI Spotlight
Equipping Called Counselors Through Calvert Christian Training Academy An NCCA Certified Academic Institution Dr. Lynette Entzian When the Lord calls someone into the ministry of Christian counseling, that calling must be nurtured with sound biblical teaching, clinical pastoral training, ethical supervision, and spiritual formation. That conviction is at the heart of Calvert Christian Training Academy, a Certified Academic Institution of the National Christian Counselors Asso

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 63 min read


Temperament Corner July/August
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 64 min read
TEMPERAMENT CORNER


Temperament Corner July/August
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 64 min read


Temperament Corner May/June
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jun 254 min read


Temperament Corner March/April
By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Before we examine unforgiveness, we must first understand forgiveness. FORGIVENESS Forgiveness means releasing the offenses others have committed against you. Many people struggle with forgiveness because they believe it requires them to forget what happened or pretend the injustice did not occur. That is not what forgiveness means. Forgiveness is choosing peace over bitterness. It does not excuse the wrongdoing. It does not justify the behavior. Inste

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 294 min read
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT


CAI Spotlight
Equipping Called Counselors Through Calvert Christian Training Academy An NCCA Certified Academic Institution Dr. Lynette Entzian When the Lord calls someone into the ministry of Christian counseling, that calling must be nurtured with sound biblical teaching, clinical pastoral training, ethical supervision, and spiritual formation. That conviction is at the heart of Calvert Christian Training Academy, a Certified Academic Institution of the National Christian Counselors Asso

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 63 min read


CAI Spotlight
VISION REBORN UNIVERSITY An NCCA Certified Academic Institution Vision Reborn CAI: A Ministry Born Through Brokenness, Built for Restoration My name is Dr. Samuel Said, and I am honored to share the story and mission of Vision Reborn University, a Certified Academic Institution through the NCCA. My life has been shaped by God’s grace, higher education, ministry, counseling, and a deep burden to see broken lives restored through biblical truth and practical equipping. I hold s

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jun 254 min read


CAI SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Henry Mohn INWIA Ministries is a Certified Academic Institution (CAI) through the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA). I established INWIA Ministries as a counseling ministry in 2010, after I completed my PhD in Clinical Pastoral Counseling through the NCCA in 2009. So, what does INWIA mean, and where did the name come from? INWIA is an acronym for “It’s Not Words. It’s Actions!” This comes from James 1:22 that states, “Do not merely listen to the word, an

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 293 min read
BOOK REVIEW


Book Review
Click Image For More Info Give the moms in your life a beautiful gift of encouragement, reassurance, and peace amidst uncertainty. Jesus Calling for Moms features 50 relevant devotions from Sarah Young's New York Times bestseller Jesus Calling®, to celebrate mothers and their love, comfort, and strength, offering timely, biblical truth. With 50 selections, you'll find devotions that speak to: The power of love The gift of strength Courage in any season Trusting Him during cha

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 291 min read


Book Review
Click The Book To Learn More Experience the Advent season in a whole new way and prepare your heart to celebrate the greatest gift of all. Join pastor and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado as he invites you to bear witness to the birth of Christ as you've never seen it before. Advent is a season of anticipation, a celebration of the moment that God came near. He came, not as a flash of light or as an unapproachable conqueror, but as one whose first cries were hear

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jan 41 min read


Book Review
Click The Book To Learn More Many of us want to pray more, but we feel unsure of what to say. In this inspiring 365-day devotional prayer...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Book Review
Click Image For More Info Give the moms in your life a beautiful gift of encouragement, reassurance, and peace amidst uncertainty. Jesus Calling for Moms features 50 relevant devotions from Sarah Young's New York Times bestseller Jesus Calling®, to celebrate mothers and their love, comfort, and strength, offering timely, biblical truth. With 50 selections, you'll find devotions that speak to: The power of love The gift of strength Courage in any season Trusting Him during cha

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 291 min read


Book Review
Click The Book To Learn More Experience the Advent season in a whole new way and prepare your heart to celebrate the greatest gift of all. Join pastor and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado as he invites you to bear witness to the birth of Christ as you've never seen it before. Advent is a season of anticipation, a celebration of the moment that God came near. He came, not as a flash of light or as an unapproachable conqueror, but as one whose first cries were hear

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jan 41 min read


Book Review
Click The Book To Learn More Many of us want to pray more, but we feel unsure of what to say. In this inspiring 365-day devotional prayer...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Oct 12, 20252 min read


Book Review
Click Image For More Info When was the last time you awakened to a swirl of out-of-control thoughts? Perhaps you were overwhelmed with...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 10, 20252 min read


Book Review
Click On Book For More Information Calm Moments for Anxious Days: A 90-Day Devotional Journey By: Max Lucado It's not always easy to...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jun 25, 20251 min read


Book Review
Click On Book For More Information God's Design For Marriage A Blueprint for Lasting Love in Christ By: Deborah Skomba In a world where...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 29, 20251 min read


Book Review
Click On Book For More Information Calm Moments for Anxious Days: A 90-Day Devotional Journey By: Max Lucado It's not always easy to...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Feb 26, 20251 min read


Book Review
The Road to Bethlehem by Deborah Skomba Click Image To Buy Book Embrace the Advent journey. Find hope, peace, and renewal in Christ. Take...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Dec 28, 20241 min read


Book Review
In The Manger by Max Lucado Best-selling author Lucado invites you to witness the birth of Christ as you've never seen it before! Through...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Oct 16, 20241 min read


Book Review
Encouraging Words by David Jeremiah Find comfort in the midst of life's chaos! Drawing from his decades of study and times of...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 18, 20241 min read


Book Review
Jesus Calling for Moms By: Sarah Young Experience Peace in the Presence of the Savior Who Is Always with You. A cherished keepsake for...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jun 9, 20241 min read


Book Review
Experience Peace in the Presence of the Savior Who Is Always with You. The #1 bestselling 365-day devotional Jesus Calling is written as...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 25, 20241 min read


Book Review
In his last week on Earth, Jesus knew the end was near. He knew the finality of Friday, but did he also know the victory of Sunday? Join...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Feb 25, 20241 min read


Book Review
Advent is for adoring Jesus. The Christmas season is one of the busiest times of the year. But it is also a season of reflection and...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Dec 18, 20231 min read


Book Review
The Dawning of Indestructible Joy: Daily Readings for Advent by Max Lucado Advent is for adoring Jesus. The Christmas season is one of...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Oct 21, 20231 min read


Book Review
Brain Retrain by Dr Karen R. Liddell Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness, Traumatic Memories, Poverty, and Stubborn Weight are in...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Jun 20, 20232 min read


Book Review
In 1981, Doug Stringer was a fitness instructor running his own exercise studio. He knew there was a God..., but he lived as if God...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Apr 29, 20231 min read


Book Review
Because of Bethlehem By Max Lucado For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Dec 8, 20222 min read


Book Review
Beyond All Thinking by JoAnn Scoma McElroy According to this octogenarian, one is never too old to dream big and accomplish goals. The...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Oct 28, 20221 min read


Book Review
Being Human The Human Side of Being a Christian From a Biblical Viewpoint by Nathaniel Anthony D.Min About This Book This manuscript is a...

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Aug 17, 20221 min read
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