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. Instead, it releases...

Tavis Myrick The Lord continues to open doors for believers to use their gifts in ways that strengthen and edify the body of Christ. One of the greatest blessings for us at Manifest Theological Institute has been the opportunity to serve as an international representative for the Sarasota Academy of Christian Counseling and the National Christian Counselors Association. Through this partnership, we are able to train men and women who feel called by God to become licensed Christian counselors....

Click Image For More Info Most of us agree that positive thoughts generate positive actions and negative thoughts activate negative behavior. But do we understand that we can actually manage our lives by managing our thoughts? Not only does science back up this concept via the study of the brain and "neuroplasticity," but this idea is also embedded in every chapter of of the Bible. "Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind" (Romans 12:2 ESV). Change...