by Mark Shaw | Jun 22, 2016 | Addiction, Biblical Counseling, Current Events
I post so often about drug addiction stories and famous actors, musicians, politicians, etc. that it is becoming difficult to keep current on all of these very sad stories. Most recently, the death of Prince dominated the headlines as fans mourned the loss of his...
by Mark Shaw | May 15, 2016 | Biblical Counseling, Current Events
Some of you heard the one hour program called “Up for Debate” hosted by Julie Roys where Ken B. and I discussed the question: “Is A.A. biblical?” Afterward, I thought of 100 million things I wish I had said. Has that ever happened to you after...
by Mark Shaw | Feb 23, 2016 | Addiction, Biblical Counseling
It was my privilege to be interviewed by Dr. Heath Lambert, ACBC President, about the dangers of A.A. for believers. You can listen to the podcast here (#38). What I appreciate about Dr. Lambert is his unwavering stance for truth and desire to present it in love...
by Mark Shaw | Jul 10, 2015 | Biblical Counseling, Church Life, Disciple-Making
Fellowship. Accountability. Prayer. Sharing. Does this describe your small group time in church? Is this how you practice biblical counseling on a personal, informal basis in your local church? If this is you, praise the Lord with me please! If not, let’s work...
by Mark Shaw | May 27, 2015 | Biblical Counseling, Current Events, Vs. Psychology
You must read this solid article by a non-Christian on why ADHD is not a problem in France but IS a problem in the USA. Interesting fact from the article is that less than 0.5% (not even 1%) of French children are diagnosed ADHD while 9% of American children seem to...
by Mark Shaw | Mar 8, 2015 | Biblical Counseling, TRANSFORMED, Uncategorized
I find it so heart-wrenching when counselees refuse to believe the truth about their sin and their desperate need for a Savior. Undeniably, there will always be stubborn, unwilling, and unrepentant counselees who are not enthusiastic about walking in newness of life....