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Oct 2023
55m 28s

328 - How To Find A Counselor

Pure Desire Ministries
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Some people have a difficult time reconciling therapy with their faith. They see it as personal weakness at best and distance from God at worst. But Christians who become healthy through counseling are a gift to the world! Rodney Wright is on the podcast today sharing about how he found a counselor, how the experience impacted his faith and relationships, an ... Show More
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