2 posts tagged “emotional dependency”

The issues are many for those who are attempting to make changes in their lives.  Whether a person is trying to stop eating foods that are ill-advised or attempting to stop speeding in their cars, there are many decisions and reaffirmations of the goal required in order to successfully navigate through the emotions, physical, mental and spiritual obstacles that present when trying to make a change.  This is no different for someone who is trying to make healthy choices in relationship.  Randy Thomas at ETC:  Everyday Thoughts Collected has written on the topic of leaving emotionally destructive relationships.  I appreciate his clarity and wisdom.  Enjoy the article and let me/him/us know what you think.

Well, it is the nature of my life that sometimes blogging will not happen because PEOPLE happen in my life.  The day-to-day routine is that of mentoring, helping, exhorting, and generally, walking people through their journeys toward better relationships, better emotional health and better choices.

I returned late yesterday from 3 days in Wichita, KS where we held the Exodus Mid-Central Region's Conference.  This of the Exodus membership which basically means he is in charge of serving the needs of the Exodus Member ministries.  Great man!  He really speaks to the cultural need for clarity in the gospel message.  He even said that even minor compromises in moral areas can bring a reproach on the whole message of Jesus redeeming mankind. 

I spoke on two needful topics in this area ofgathering draws not only participants from various active ministries throughout this region but also draws men and women searching for information in general in this culture of exploration about sexuality.  The conference is primarily spiritual in nature with an emphasis on practical discipleship and encouragement.  However, some emphasis is always given to the need to respond to issues that are evident within our culture and the general encouragement to be loving, people of faith.

We benefitted greatly from keynote speaker, Melissa Fryrear who spoke well to biblical interpretations of sex and sexuality.  This talk made no judgments regarding homosexuality but really spoke beautifully to the imagery of scripture regarding Christ, our bridegroom and the Church, his bride. 

Randy Thomas was also present.  He is the director  ministering to the sexually and relationally broken.  I presented a talk about how to make friends and how to lose them.  I also spoke to women about sexual addiction.  Both talks were modestly attended but I really was pleased with the turnout for the sexually addicted woman.  That was a first time that I know of in an Exodus related ministry.  I'd like to refine it much more but for the first time out it was okay.

Thanks to all my brothers and sisters in Christ who pursue Jesus with all their hearts.  You guys were truly an encouragement to me this weekend.