Author: Pat Quinn

A Song of Hope for the Troubled Soul

A Song of Hope for the Troubled Soul

Posted by | Feb 20, 2023 | |

These are troubled times. So much brokenness everywhere. We see it in the news, our families, churches, lives, and of course, in our counseling. One of the main gifts God gives to us in hard times is the book of Psalms. The Psalms capture every kind of situation, experience, and emotion. Psalm 143 is a very helpful psalm to use with counselees dealing with overwhelming troubles and the resulting anxiety, depression, and hopelessness. Continue Reading →

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Six Reasons to Persevere through Pain As We Groan for Glory

Six Reasons to Persevere through Pain As We Groan for Glory

Posted by | Nov 4, 2022 | |

Life in this fallen world is often painfully difficult. There are many external and internal hardships that cause people to feel weary and discouraged. While we do have options and resources to improve our lives and relationships, sometimes we’re confronted with the fact that the world as it is today is essentially broken, and it won’t be “fixed” until Jesus comes back. Thankfully, God has not left us alone or without the grace to persevere. Romans 8:31-39 gives us six reasons to “persevere through the pain as we groan for the glory.” Continue Reading →

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A Plan and a Path for OCD, Part Three

A Plan and a Path for OCD, Part Three

Posted by | Aug 10, 2022 | |

“A Plan and a Path for OCD” is a three-part series designed to comprehensively help OCD strugglers look to Christ and the gospel to experience progressive freedom from intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. In this third part, we focus on two reactive strategies for OCD strugglers. The first is to focus on one area or kind of OCD to address at a time. The second is to practice the strategy of “delay-pray-obey” when intrusive thoughts and desires strike. Continue Reading →

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A Plan and a Path for OCD, Part Two

A Plan and a Path for OCD, Part Two

Posted by | May 6, 2022 | |

Today’s blog is the second of a three-part series on a biblical approach to OCD. In Part One, we looked at building a foundation for change by educating about OCD and captivating the struggler with the power and merciful love of Jesus Christ. In Part Two, we will follow the path to change by helping the OCD struggler to evaluate OCD obsessions and compulsions and to participate in Christ’s redeeming grace leading to progressive freedom and sanctification. Continue Reading →

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A Plan and a Path for OCD

A Plan and a Path for OCD

Posted by | Feb 14, 2022 | |

OCD is a well-known and well-documented anxiety-related disorder that reportedly affects more than three million people per year. OCD is a complex problem involving both physical and spiritual issues, which causes considerable suffering and necessitates compassionate care and godly wisdom. This blog will look at the first of three steps in helping OCD strugglers—building a foundation for change. Continue Reading →

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