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THE ENLIGHTENER
by Dr. Phyllis Arno
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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 J. Arno
May 14 min read


Member Spotlight
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 Chri

Dr. Phyllis J. Arno
May 13 min read


Book Review
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

Dr. Phyllis J. Arno
May 12 min read


Temperament Corner Jan/Feb
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 J. Arno
Mar 84 min read


Book Review
Click Book For More Information God Is With You Everyday By: Max Lucado Find hope and comfort on your hard days (and the good ones too) when you realize that God is with you every day . Do you sometimes wonder where God is in the midst of your daily battles with loneliness, grief, change, and doubts? New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado uses his signature reassuring and encouraging voice, paired with practical, relevant, and personal messages, to remind you that God

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Dec 31, 20252 min read


Member Spotlight
For this issue of the newsletter, we decided to do something a little different. We usually highlight one of our International Representatives and let you know how they are using the APS and Creation Therapy. This time, we are highlighting how to become an International Representative and the advantages of doing so. To be able to become an International Representative, you will either need to be a current member of Sarasota Academy or NCCA. If you have not taken Creation The

Erin Baran
Dec 31, 20254 min read


Reflecting God's Love At Christmas Time
By Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Matthew 5:14–16 (KJV): “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” The greatest gift that God has ever given us is His Son, Jesus Christ . Because of this precious gift, we are o

Dr. Phyllis Arno
Dec 30, 20252 min read


Member Spotlight
Dr. Phyllis M. Simpson is a Certified Member of the Sarasota Academy of Christian Counseling (SACC) and an International Representative (IR). She is also a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor-Advanced-Certified with the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA) and holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Christian Counseling through Jacksonville Theological Seminary. Dr. Simpson is an ordained minister of the Gospel of Christ and Founder of Vision for Living Coachin

Dr. Phyllis J. Arno
Oct 30, 20254 min read


Temperament Corner September/October
UNCONDITIONAL LOVE By: Dr. Phyllis J. Arno Supine in Affection We have all heard the question: “What is love?” As Christians, we often answer, “God is love,” and encourage people to read 1 Corinthians 13:4–7 : Love is patient, Love is kind. It does not envy, It does not boast, It is not proud, It is not rude, It is not self-seeking, It is not easily angered, It keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always tru

Dr. Phyllis J. Arno
Oct 30, 20253 min read
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