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Forgiving ourselves Uncategorized

Forgiving ourselves

We’re all familiar with the shame and guilt of messing things up, looking back with…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 12, 2020

Knowing better for next time Uncategorized

Knowing better for next time

Many lessons are only learned the hard way. We make the best choices we can…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 11, 2020

The best time to plant a tree… Uncategorized

The best time to plant a tree…

Occasionally, we wake up to the many years we wasted in selfish and empty pursuits.…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 10, 2020

Anchored in hope Uncategorized

Anchored in hope

There are moments in which our world is turned upside down and the foundation of…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 9, 2020

Guard your heart Uncategorized

Guard your heart

Daily our souls are assaulted. We’re exposed to thoughts and images that burden and sometimes…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 8, 2020

Wherever you go, there you are Uncategorized

Wherever you go, there you are

There’s a time to walk away from unhealthy people and situations. We don’t have to…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 7, 2020

Everything we need Uncategorized

Everything we need

There’s always more we can prepare as we wait for our time to act. But…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 6, 2020

Understanding comes later Uncategorized

Understanding comes later

It’s only natural to question why when faced with one challenging season after another. But often understanding…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMay 5, 2020

Every choice has a cost AcceptanceCallingMaturityResponsibility

Every choice has a cost

Every choice comes with a cost. To turn left means we miss whatever is to…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 28, 2020

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Holistic approaches

Life is layered and complex and we miss our fullness when only one or two…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 27, 2020

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Inherent worth

Early on we came to believe we were valued solely based on what we had…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 24, 2020

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Daily bread

Generally speaking, our bodies need food, water, and sleep everyday. Filling up today doesn’t keep…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 24, 2020

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Paths of sexual growth

Sex has many tones of expression that allow for many deep and meaningful experiences. And…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 24, 2020

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Own your choices

The blame game is nothing new and we can all come up with countless excuses…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 24, 2020

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Homebuilders

Often much thought goes into building our careers. We pursue education and training and have…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 22, 2020

The burden of freedom FreedomLoveResponsibility

The burden of freedom

On the surface, freedom is the ability to live and move without undue restrictions. But…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 22, 2020

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Giving back

People have been there to help us in our time of need. And we’re deeply…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 22, 2020

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A posture of humility

While we don’t know everything, we often assume we have the best and most accurate…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 21, 2020

Elusive happiness JoyLifeMeaningPurpose

Elusive happiness

It’s quite natural to desire happiness throughout our life and relationships. However, the pursuit of…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 19, 2020

Fresh approaches CallingFreedomPurpose

Fresh approaches

It only makes sense to build on what has come before. There is no need…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 18, 2020

Passion meets needs CallingCareCommunityGiftsIdentityMeaningPurpose

Passion meets needs

We’re drawn to certain interests and can spend all day thinking about and engaging in…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 17, 2020

Identity before intimacy ConnectionIdentityIntimacyTrue Self

Identity before intimacy

All relationships take work. But we make the work much harder when we lack a…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 17, 2020

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Of power, love, and wisdom

Life is dangerous and the very threat of harm can paralyze us with fear. But…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 16, 2020

Empty cups Soul CareVitality

Empty cups

We’re willing to pour out our blood, sweat, and tears in order to serve others.…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 14, 2020

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Lightness of being

Life remains shallow without deep purpose. And without a solid identity our very being remains…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 12, 2020

The Tin Man’s heart HeartLoverMeaningPassionateSoulVitality

The Tin Man’s heart

There’s much comfort in the world of doing and figuring things out. But all too…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 11, 2020

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Costly obedience

Some callings we prefer not to answer. We see what is required of us and…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 10, 2020

For such a time as this AcceptanceCallingCommunityCourageFaithFearGenerousGiftsGoodnessIdentityKingLarger StoryMeaningPurposeResponsibilityStoryTimeWarrior

For such a time as this

Life is filled with challenges not of our choosing. And we might wish not to…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 10, 2020

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Life finds a way

Life doesn’t accept defeat. It emerges time and again regardless of the calamities that come.…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 8, 2020

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Before you forget

Life is filled with defining moments – moments that give us the opportunity to change…

Dr. Corey CarlisleApril 8, 2020