In today’s post, Charles Stanley concludes his discussion of the four consequences of despair. 2. Poor testimony. Dr. Stanley states that Satan’s goal is to “damage your testimony and squelch your effectiveness for the kingdom of God”, to stop us from revisioning our calling. When despair is our primary response, there’s nothing in our witness […]
Charles Stanley begins Chapter 9 (“Despair: Finding the Light of Hope in the Darkest Hour”) of Emotions by noting that despair is a constant battle we all must choose to fight. As Dr. Stanley often says: “Disappointments are inevitable, but discouragement is a choice.” The devastating times in our lives stretch everything we know and believe. […]
In today’s post, Charles Stanley concludes his discussion of four ways we can overcome unforgiveness. 3. Ask God to help you forgive the offender. We are able to give up our right to retaliate against our offender(s) when the Holy Spirit helps us to see that our real enemy is our own sin, bitterness, and […]
Charles Stanley concludes Chapter 7 of Emotions with a discussion of four ways we can overcome unforgiveness through the power of the Holy Spirit. The truth of the matter, Dr. Stanley emphasizes, is that the Lord not only has given us a mandate to forgive (Ephesians 4: 32), but He has empowered us with the […]
As Charles Stanley continues his discussion of bitterness in Chapter 7 of Emotions, he gives three reasons why people choose not to forgive others. 1. Unforgiveness creates a sense of control in a specific situation. In an effort to ensure our offender’s punishment, we hold onto our resentment and bitterness in the mistaken belief that our unforgiveness […]
In Chapter 7 of Emotions, Charles Stanley assures us that if resentment resides within us, it will become apparent. Nothing is more difficult to hide. Dr. Stanley then examines four ways resentment affects us spiritually. 1. Bitterness hinders our prayer life. The author states that every time we pray and the Lord sees a bitter […]
See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God, that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled.” -Hebrews 12: 15 Charles Stanley begins Chapter 7 (“Bitterness: Freedom from Misery”) of Emotions by discussing two truths about bitterness that we must recognize from the […]
Today Charles Stanley discusses his third and final Scriptural principle for escaping the bonds of rejection. 3. Competence through the Holy Spirit. Dr. Stanley points out that Satan uses rejection to fiercely attack us, trying to make it seem that our trials are insurmountable and our abilities insignificant. As children of God who have the […]
In Chapter 6 of Emotions, Charles Stanley discusses three Scriptural principles we need to escape the bonds of rejection. The first two principles are presented today. 1. Belonging through God’s adoption. Dr. Stanley emphasizes that it’s important to first understand that nothing can separate us from God’s love, because at times it is very difficult […]
Today Charles Stanley discusses two additional symptoms that indicate we are living with rejection. 3. An inclination toward isolation. Dr. Stanley notes that, from the viewpoint of psychology, rejection and loneliness have two things in common- feeling of emotional disconnection and the fear of being unwanted. Following our ministry downsizing or vocation loss, we feel disconnected […]
In Chapter 6 of Emotions, Charles Stanley presents and discusses several telltale signs that someone is living with rejection. The first two signs are covered today. 1. A critical focus on yourself. Dr. Stanley states that perhaps the most obvious sign of being wounded by rejection we continually criticize ourselves when frustrations or problems occur. […]
Charles Stanley begins Chapter 6 (“Rejection: Overcoming the Most Painful Emotion”) of Emotions by observing that as young children we’re taught that not everyone is going to like us. When the reality of rejection gets personal, however, we are deeply affected, even if we don’t want to admit it. Although rejection by strangers is painful […]