A healthy lifestyle from a Christian perspective with marriage and family counselor Olen Baker.
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Just ask yourself; How would Jesus respond if he were facing my current issues. And let his wisdom guide your response.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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You will and always will, belong to Jesus. Jesus answers our need for purpose and belonging. Have you responded to his invitation?By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Instead of longing for what is out of bounds, make yourself focus on what God has provided, and be thankful. Remember, God has a plan designed especially for you.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Simply, ask God to create in you, a longing for the righteousness of Jesus. This is the foundation for you to be in a loving, caring relationship with God.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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It's as simple as allowing the word of God to set your course. Remember, he designed a plan for your life. If we listen, we'll hear it.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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How Can I Help my Child Develop Healthy Routines?
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2:00Our chldren depend on us to show rather than tell what a healthy routine. You might not notice, but they are watching closely. Doing, rather than telling is the only way to let them know that a routine is so very important that YOU also follow it.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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We sometimes want more, of everything in life. This is a dangerous cycle as it leads to a dark place. The toughest thing to do is to impose self-boundaries. Not always easy, but much easier when we sit down with God and talk about it. Go ahead, start, today.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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A lack of trust creates the need to control, which limits freedom of choice. God can help us see through trust and respect issues. Ask him, today to help you.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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The generation of the 1970's, was called "the me" generation, and it was labled as greedy and self-centered. This attitude didn't stop as the decades rolled on. Don't get caught in the trap of what's in it for me. It's a dangerous place to be.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Most of us are guilty of being greedy at times. The problem becomes an issue when greed forms a vicious cycle in every day life. God can help break that cycle.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Broken promises can alienate a person from God and others. Today, ask God to help you turn the corner and make amends. The beautiful promise from God, is that he will always be there to help.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Obviously, avoiding punishement is the top priority, but with some children, even adults, the impulse to lie evolves into a cycle of deception. Fear turns into shame, and that is a very dark place. Ask God to help you escape and start again.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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A habit is strong, especially when it can override your better judgement and sound logic. The good news: God has the power to deliver and redeem you, if you're willing. Go ahead and ask him, now.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Maybe not the easiest thing to do, but step one is always to completely yield to what God is directing you to do. Simply, listening without speaking is the way to a much better place. Shhhhh...By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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You've heard this before: frustration is thinking, doing or saying the same thing over and over, and expecting a different result. There is a way out. Find out how, right now.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Have you ever been stuck in a pattern of thinking and acting that produce negative results. Self-control is the fruit of the holy spirit. Start the process of healing, by surrendering everything to him. He's waiting.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Jesus calls us "the salt of the earth, and a light to the world". That pretty much sums it up. You have a job to do. And what a wonderful job it is.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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How Can I be a Better Listener, When God Speaks to Me?
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2:00Life is a distraction, but God always finds a way to get our attention, especially when we believe that we're too busy to hear. Listen carefully and you will always hear his pure voice above and beyond the "noise".By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Schedules are tough and many times, schedules can be a challange, or frustrating. Make the plan, follow the plan, and take time to rest, just like God did. You're not a machine, you are a child of God.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Be careful. Don't get pulled into situations that on have some semblance of truth. Those places are stumbling blocks to God's purpose and plan for your life.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Negative thoughts are toxic. They could the connection to God. You can replace them with faith and trust in God. Now is the time to do that.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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How Can I Ask God to Help me Stop Unhealthy Thoughts?
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2:00We've all been there. Problems, thoughts, become distractions, and they build over time into mountains. As Barney Fife used to say, "nip it in the bud." Barney was right.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Have you ever been caught in a mistake, or a lie? Extend mercy to yourself by saying "you're right, I was wrong, I apologize."By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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God doesn't want us to dwell on the past. He wants us to see where we can go. Letting go isn't always easy.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Life requires us to say goodbye to status quo and accept and adapt to what's next. Not always an easy thing to do.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Many people cling to the old ways of thinking and feeling to keep themselves emotionally safe. Not a great place to be stuck, because every day sets the stage for a new beginning.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Sure, it could be a special present, an event, an announcement, a trophy or even a person that came into your life. But the best gift ever, is mercy.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Mercy is God's undeserved, unfailing compassion and love. And yes, it's hard sometimes to share that gift with others. It's hard, but essential.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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It's true, we all stray from God's gift of mercy. Because life causes us to question, giving mercy to those we feel, don't deserve it. Mercy is for everyone in your life, not just a few.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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God has forgivin us for our sins. Simply, He wants us to forgive others, even when we feel that forgivness is not there. Is there someone in your life that needs forgivness?By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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How Can I be More Like God, by Showing Mercy?
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2:00You have been forgivin of your sins by God. He wants you to do the same towards others, even when you feel they don't deserve it. Not an easy thing to do, but always necessary. That's, mercy.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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How Can I Show Mercy to Those, I Feel, Don't Deserve it?
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2:00Showing mercy is reflecting God's character in you. It's true, showing mercy to others, even when we feel they don't deserve it, is how God wants us to live our lives.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Simply, mercy is kindness and goodness, the essentials for resrotation and healing. Letting go and letting God show you the way, is the first step,By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Simply, by expressing the abundant mercy He has shown us. Let the anger go, and allow His mercy to help you move ahead.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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We don't deserve it, but God's pardon, grace and mercy is always right there in front of you. No secret password or limited time offer.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Little problems hve a way of growing into major conflicts, especially when we decide that our way is the best way. Wrong in so many ways. Lean on God to help the next time trouble comes your way. Trust him, always.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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What Can I Do When My Integrity is Attacked?
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2:00It's not true, it's not fair, and it hurts. God can help you discover the best way to answer the issue. Use his wisdom and his words to help move forward.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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We have a choice on what we believe and how we move through life. You are, who you are, because of your actions and integrity. Integrity will pull you through the most difficult times, it's true.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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God had a plan in mind when he created you. A plan for every moment of your life. Sometimes we go in the wrong direction, and God is right there correcting our path. Listening is the key. Responding to his voice is the way.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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I'll bet you've heard it. When facing a tough decision, or up against a major conflict. God speaks to us every day. How we listen is the most important part. Are you listening?By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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You can choose to walk away from God. That's a choice, a dangerous choice, because your life was designed by God and walking with Him every day means you are on the right path. Just in case you get lost, he's there to get you back on track.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Simply, never deny that a problem exists. So, what's your trouble, today? God is waiting to have a conversation.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Yeah, trouble can be a speed bump in your life and we all experience trouble. The key to moving ahead is simple. Trust God to give you the wisdom and insight on how to move past trouble. He really does have the answers for you.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Jealousy has the potential of blinding us to the truth. The truth is the path to overcoming jealousy, and God is sending you a message to look in the mirror and see what needs to be changed, about you.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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You can't avoide trouble in life. To face trouble you must also face and connect with God. He is the wisdom for how to overcome any issue. Your walk is a daily walk with God, plain and simple.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Can God Help, When Trouble Comes Into my Life?
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2:00Quick answer: Yes. God always gives us insight and wisdom for problem solving. Quit searching the internet, just have a conversation with God. No wi-fi needed.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Trouble breeds fear and confusion. God is right there by your side, in good times and bad times. Trouble will happen, but the good news is God has you covered.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Who Should I Turn To When Confronting Trouble?
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2:00When trust is absent, trouble can be overwhelming. It doesn't have to be that way. Trusting God is a choice, and an essential partner to have when trouble comes your way.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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Trouble isn't designed to rob us of faith and confidence. It is more of an exercise to help us understand victory. Faith gives us the power to overcome what seems impossible.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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If you measure life by other people' success, you will always come up short. Insead, rely on your faith for direction and inspiration and focus only on who you are and what you have done. You'll be surprised how cool you really are.By Olen C. Baker MDiv, LPC
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