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The Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Words We Shouldn’t UseThe Session: Words We Shouldn’t Use, from Tom’s daily devotionals on Facebook The words we say are very powerful. It’s amazing what happens when someone says a blessing over you. It is capable of lifting your spirits or encouraging you when you’re feeling down.The words we use are also very reflective of what is going on in a person’s heart. Matthew 15:11 teaches, “It is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but what comes out of the mouth; this defiles a person.” Paul also mentio...2025-08-0722 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-LonelinessThe Session-LonelinessPsalm 68:5-6 ~ “Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation. God settles the solitary in a home; he leads out the prisoners to prosperity, but the rebellious dwell in a parched land.” God is always present and provides comfort; Psalm 34:18, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit," emphasizing God's closeness to those who are hurting; and Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest," offering solac...2025-04-1726 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-TemptationThe Session-Temptation1 Corinthians 10:13"No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."Scott’s going to take us down a rabbit hole right out of the gate…Let’s talk about the original temptation…Eve in the garden.Did God warn Adam and Eve about temptation? He knew t...2025-04-0323 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Artificial IntelligenceDISCLAIMER: IN THIS EPISODE, THERE IS A DISCUSSION ABOUT A.I. AND SUICIDE. THIS EPISODE MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR YOUNGER, AND ESPECIALLY UNSUPERVISED, CHILDREN.The Session: Artificial IntelligenceWith info from: Focus on the Family, Daily Citizen, and “Artificial Intelligence will Never Compete with Our God-Inspired Imagination” by Paul Batura Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight.Yet A.I. – the science of machines “thinking” like humans, supposedly onl...2025-03-0627 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Dating in the Digital Age-Part 2Article by Suzanne Hadley Gosselin, Focus on the Family, Oct. 2023Philippians 2:3-4Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.”Virtual PitfallsTexting can be a very helpful tool as you get to know someone. But there are some areas to avoid:Bread-crumbing-This involves sending out flirtatious messages with no real intention of committing. *Scot...2025-02-2723 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Dating in a Digital Age-1The Session: Dating Etiquette in a Digital AgeArticle by Suzanne Hadley Gosselin, Focus on the Family, Oct. 2023Philippians 2:3-4Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.”Virtual PitfallsTexting can be a very helpful tool as you get to know someone. But there are some areas to avoid:Bread-crumbing-Thi...2025-02-2023 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Love Month 2The Session / Love Month / Feb. 13 ReleaseExpectations and The Communication HighwayThe communication highway primarily consists of the speaker and listener roles. Before the speaker makes an “I” statement. He or she can go before the Lord and ask Him for wisdom to make an “I” that is said lovingly and in a caring way. An “I” statement consists of a feeling followed by when it happens. An example would be, “I feel hurt when you make fun of my cooking.” SCOTTS FIRST THOUGHT “….IF YOU STOPPED BURNING EVERYTHING, I WOULDN’T FEEL HURT...2025-02-1327 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Dealing with Aging Parents-2The Session: Helping Aging Parents-Part 2 of 2Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you. (Exodus 20:12)It is a biblical mandate to honor elderly loved ones. Honoring parents is a way to love others as yourself and to love God.Prayer and meditationPrayer and meditating on Scripture can provide comfort, wisdom, and protection. Trusting GodPsalm 28 provides language to understand God's heart toward those who are overwhelmed or confused about how to help. 2025-01-1624 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Dealing with Aging Parents-1The Session: Helping Aging Parents-Part 1 of 2Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you. (Exodus 20:12)It is a biblical mandate to honor elderly loved ones. Honoring parents is a way to love others as yourself and to love God.Prayer and meditationPrayer and meditating on Scripture can provide comfort, wisdom, and protection. Trusting GodPsalm 28 provides language to understand God's heart toward those who are overwhelmed or confused about how to help. 2025-01-0927 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Goal SettingDid you make a New Year's resolution? According to research, most resolutions have already been broken. If that's you, don't give up! Tom & Scott have a way to get you back on track!The Session: Goal Setting & ResearchScripture: Proverbs 16:3 “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”1. SMART =SpecificMeasurable VisionAction Plan Who, When, Where & HowReviseTime...2025-01-0227 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Journaling as Therapy You might recognize this episode from earlier this year. As we looked back, it seemed like an important topic that doesn't get talked about enough. Maybe a sub title would be, "Journaling....it's not just for 12 year-old girls anymore". See what you think...The Session: Journaling, A Helpful Treatment Strategy Psalm 119:27Cause me to understand the way of your precepts, that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds. Journaling Helps· It helps me see the ways that God's Spirit in me is producing growth over time.2024-12-1224 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Helping Your Teens Handle "Young Love" Ahhh....young love. Remember that first broken heart you had? Your kids will experience that for sure. It's how we help them as parents that can help them cope. That's what we cover in this episode.The Session: Helping Teens Navigate Through The Tumultuous Teen Years And Dating…or, how to help your teen heal a broken heart…Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, But happy is one who keeps the Law. Proverbs 29:18 (NASB)In 1991 86% of high school students were datingIn 2017 the number of high school st...2024-12-0525 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe 3 Fuels of Anger-Part 1 What started as an idea for one episode covering the 3 Fuels of Anger has become 2 episodes, with Scott pouring out his anger issues for you and Tom to sort out. Who's bright idea was this?The Session: The 3 Fuels of AngerEcclesiastes 7:9 Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger resides in the lap of fools.1. FearThose things that we fear in life also fuel our anger. A good example when I was a school teacher I also had a fear of heights. My children regularly hel...2024-11-0725 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: ADD/ADHD School's been in session for a bit, maybe you're noticing some changes in your child. Maybe their teacher is telling you about some behavioral issue. It could be Attention Deficit Disorder, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In this episode, Tom & Scott talk about some symptoms and possible treatments.The Session: AAD/ADHD SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENTRomans 5:4-5, “Suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” Notice that hope comes from character, which comes from perseverance, which comes from suffering. Inattentive ADHD, your greatest struggle will come from problems such as high distracti...2024-10-0324 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Being a Blessing During Pastor Appreciation Month October is Pastor Appreciation Month. In this episode, Tom & Scott share some ideas on how to bless your Pastor (AND their families) this October...and really, all year!The Session: Pastor Appreciation Month1 Thessalonians 5:12–13 (NIV): “Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other.”Pick a different strategy for the week. Do it every day of t...2024-09-2624 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: The Pastoral Grind Here's your first reminder! Pastor Appreciation Month is just a couple weeks away! As you think about how to honor the Pastors (AND their families) in your church, Tom & Scott talk about some alarming statistics about why it's important to honor those who serve the Lord and teach you.The Session: The Pastoral GrindProverbs 4:23: "Above all else, guard your heart for it is the wellspring of life"Stress, loneliness and political division are the three items that rise to the surface.56% of pastors say stress of th...2024-09-1924 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Screen Time & Your Kids Screen Time. It's become the age-old fight of the home. But how much screen time is really appropriate and healthy for our kids? Tom and Scott talk through that in this episode.The Session: Screen Time and Our Kids Based on an article from Fox News Aug. 11, by Melissa RudyThat’s according to a recent Denmark study led by Dr. Jesper Schmidt-Persson from the University of Southern Denmark. It looked at the effects of reduced screen media exposure on youth mental health.Eighty-nine families with a total of 181 children and teens were randomly...2024-09-1224 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Making school fun! The Session: Preparing Your Children For The School Year With Maslow’s Heiarchy as a Guide, from Simon & SchusterMatthew 19:14 "Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these'"Scott’s question: Does this work for home schoolers as well as traditional students?Who is Maslow?Abraham Maslow was an American psychologist who developed a theory of psychological health.· His theory was based on the developmental stages...2024-08-2925 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Bullying In this "retro" episode from 2022, Tom & Scott look at a tough topic as school starts...bullying. How do you know if your child is a victim? How do you if your child IS a bully? We talk through it.ScriptureWe should treat others the way we would like to be treated (Luke 6:31). Definition: Bullying occurs between two students who have different degrees of power.Researchers who study bullying cite three common characteristics of what makes an act bullying:· Bullying is intentional and tries...2024-08-1525 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Role Models The Session: Role models-who are/were your role models? Who do/did you look up to? What characteristics led you to make them a role model? We sort that out in this episode! Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, (Titus 2:7) Characteristics of Jesus, Leadership· Compassion Jesus demonstrated compassion in all interactions and advocated for a world of love and forgiveness.· Selflessness Jesus' teachings and example of selfless leadership put leaders in a position of humilit...2024-08-0824 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Phobias, part 1 Hopefully, this episode of the session won't be too scary...Tom said he has a fear of scary! Please enjoy this episode from the 2023 archive!The Session: Phobias No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. I Corinthians 10:13 The National Institute of Mental Health suggests that phobias affect approximately 10% of U.S. adu...2024-07-1125 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Ask Me Anything! "Ask me anything". You ever say it, and instantly say to yourself, "What WAS I thinking"? But you all provided a great mix of serious and fun question for this episode! So many, in fact, that we had to do an additional segment which did NOT make it to air on Rise FM! We can't guarantee that we answered in the order below, but we think we got to all them...The Session: Ask Me Anything!We chose to leave the name out due to the topic: So middle age and single..how would...2024-06-2042 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Imaginary Friends I promise....Tom and I are not just voices in your head OR imaginary friends! We are real people! And in this episode, we share some important information that parents need to hear about the imaginary friends your kids may have. We get real in this episode too. They have popped up in both of our families.The Session: Imaginary FriendsResearch suggests that imaginary friends are normal for children and can have many benefits.II Timothy 2:7: Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in ev...2024-06-1324 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Father's Day, part 2 NOTE: If you would like to send us a question for our “Ask me Anything” episode, please email scott@risefmohio.com or tom.hccm@gmail.com We would love to hear from you! Serious or silly, it doesn’t matter! Father’s Day, Part 1 (We didn’t intend for a 2-parter, but it’s us, so….)Luke 15:20So he got up and went to his father. “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, thre...2024-06-0625 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Father's Day, part 1 NOTE: If you would like to send us a question for our “Ask me Anything” episode, please email scott@risefmohio.com or tom.hccm@gmail.com We would love to hear from you! Serious or silly, it doesn’t matter! Father’s Day, Part 1 (We didn’t intend for a 2-parter, but it’s us, so….Luke 15:20So he got up and went to his father. “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, thre...2024-05-3025 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Journaling....is it for everyone, or should Eeyore stay away? If the title of this episode freaked you out a bit, don't worry, we aren't going to the Hundred Acre Wood. One of Scott's nicknames is "Eeyore". He tends to see things through a glass half empty lens. As we discuss journaling today, see if God isn't inviting you to move into this way of expressing yourself and your feelings.The Session: Journaling, A Helpful Treatment Strategy Psalm 119:27Cause me to understand the way of your precepts, that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds. Journaling Helps·...2024-05-2325 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: More Mother's Day Thoughts "Mom"...."Stepmom" Such important names, such important people. On this episode, Tom & Scott share thoughts on honoring mom.The Session: Helps For Honoring Your Mother On Mothers DayExodus 20:12, “Honor your father and your mother,” and Leviticus 19:3, “Every one of you shall revere his mother and his father.”By Amy Bost Henegar. She has been a pastor for the Manhattan Church of Christ in New York City since 2001. She has a Doctor of Ministry degree from New York Theological Seminary and is a Board Certified Chaplain.Mothering Can Be Painful...2024-05-0924 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Our Missionaries Need Encouragement! Part 2 Our Missionaries. Serving our Lord all over the world, in places we won't go. They need our continuous love and support. In this episode, we wrap up our talk about some struggles our missionaries have, and how we can support them. And remember, you can always suggest a topic for us to cover on The Session! Just email scott@Risefmohio.com The Session: Dynamics of the Missionary FamilyBy: alifeoverseas.com Acts 13:47For so the Lord has commanded us, saying, "'I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may...2024-04-1824 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Our Missionaries Need Encouragement! Our Missionaries. Serving our Lord all over the world, in places we won't go. They need our continuous love and support. Tom and Scott talk about some struggles our missionaries have, and how we can support them. And because it's Tom and Scott, it's going to be a two-parter....The Session: Dynamics of the Missionary FamilyBy: alifeoverseas.com Acts 13:47For so the Lord has commanded us, saying, "'I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth.'" 2024-04-1124 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Pastors are still wanting to leave the church! We usually only talk about celebrating our Pastors in October. We feel like that's a mistake, and the article we base today's show on shows that.Our notes are listed first, with the article following.Isaiah 41:10Don’t be afraid for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.Data Shows Pastors are dealing with:· Increased conflict· Poor relationships· Rigid in the c...2024-04-0425 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: The Implications of Jesus' Death on the Cross Happy Easter! He is risen! In this episode, we talk about the importance of Jesus rising from the grave. It won't sound like it at first, but we really will get there....The Session: Implications From Jesus Victory On The CrossWhy are you looking in the place of the dead for someone who is alive? He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: 'The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the t...2024-03-2825 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 10 Beautiful and True Things God Says About You YOU are something special to God! If, like Scott, you sometimes feel like "Eeyore", this episode is for you!The Session: 10 Beautiful, True Things God Says about YouSelf Confidence in Christ; or, how to turn Eeyore into an optimist! 1. I Am Beloved (Ephesians 2:4-5) 2. I Am a Masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10) 3. I Am Chosen (Ephesians 1:4) 4. I Am Holy (Ephesians 1:4) 5. I Am Forgiven (Ephesians 1:7) 6. I Am a New Creation (Ephesians 4:22-24) 7. I Am Redeemed (Ephesians 1:7) 8. I Am Worth More Than Gold (Ephesians 1:7) 9. I Am a Child of the Ki...2024-03-2124 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 10 Ways We Unintentionally Make Singles Feel Invisible at Church Being single in today's world is hard. Being single in the church today shouldn't be. But there are ways we make singleness harder than it needs to be in the church today. Tom and Scott examine some ways we do that in this week's episode.10 Ways We Unintentionally Make Singles Feel Invisible in the ChurchBy Brenda Rogers, ibelieve.comI dreaded Sunday; it was my least favorite day of the week. I went to church, but not Bible study because there wasn't a class for me. I sat on the pew...2024-03-1424 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Dating in the Digital Age-2 Scott and Tom were surprised this topic went two weeks. But it's Tom and Scott, so you never know. This week, the guys get down into surviving dating in the digital age, whether you are just starting dating, or getting back into dating after several years.The Session: Dating Etiquette in a Digital Age by Suzanne Hadley Gosselin, Focus on the Family, from Oct., 2023Texting and online messaging are convenient, but can breed bad habits when it comes to dating.When I (Suzanne) was first getting to know my husband, Kevin, tex...2024-03-0424 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Fear of Intimacy We are thrilled when listeners suggest topics for the podcast! We appreciate Theresa suggesting this topic for our podcast this week! You can suggest topics about faith, family, or psychological issues to scott@risefmohio.comThe Session: Suggested by Theresa: Fear of Intimacy & How to Get Passed it John 10:10The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly From Focus on the Family: According to the National Sexual Violence and Resource Center...2024-02-0824 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: P.R.E.P.A.R.E. This week, an episode from the archive!The Session Relationship between premarital counselling and marital success: Perceptions of married Christians in Ghana Reported in Academic Journal Proverbs 13:20 20 Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. Research Shows: A Correlation Between Premarital Counseling and Marriage Satisfaction Fowers and Olson found that there was a direct link between marriage satisfaction and stability and premarital counseling. Men can relate to going into marriage without Primero counseling is like a footb...2024-02-0124 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Letting Go of the Hurts of the Past This episode was suggested by Teresa. Tom & Scott would love to discuss topics you suggest about faith and the family. Email scott@risefmohio.com or tom@hccm.gmail.comThe Session: Forgiving And Healing Hurts Of The PastScriptureIsaiah 40:29: “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.”Psalm 147:3: “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Excerpts From:Dr. Terry Wardle on the Damage of Unresolved Wounds and the Risk and Gifts of Vulnerability Dr. W...2024-01-2525 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: The Impact of Social Media on Our Kids-part 2 This episode concludes our conversation about the impact social media is having on our kids. Scott and Tom offer hope and ideas for controlling the screen time our kids have. The Session: Social Media’s Impact on our Lives I John 2:16“For all that is in the world - the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life - is not from the Father but is from the world." Because, according to internet safety expert Jesse Weinberger, who surveyed 70,000 students, on average...2024-01-1924 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Are You Prepared For Marriage? Maybe you've found "the one". First, congratulations! But, are you READY for marriage? All the feelings may be there. But after the joy of the wedding, a marriage happens. In this episode, Tom & Scott talk about how to know if you are really ready for marriage.The Session: Am I Prepared For Marriage?Psalm 127:1Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain that build it” (vs. 1). A strong lasting marriage must be based on a relationship with God. (Session will come from Galatians 5:22)2024-01-0425 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: The Kids Christmas is a time of memory making. In this rusty trusty episode from 2015, we talk about the memories of Tom's now grown children. Everything from Christmas to family vacations to dating. So no show notes today, just sit back and enjoy, and we will be back with you in 2024! And if making positive memories has been a challenge for your family, know that you can always start fresh. Tom is a life coach, and you can start a conversation with him at www.HeritageChristianCounselingMinistries.com. To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2023-12-2124 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 5 Steps to a Successful Blended Family-Part 2 As only Tom and Scott can do, they take what was supposed to be a one week episode, and have to turn it in to two. The full notes are here from both episodes. If you have a topic you would like us to cover, please email scott@risefmohio.com.The Session: 5 Tips for Becoming a Blended FamilyRomans 8:15The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, 'A...2023-11-2324 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 5 Steps to a Successful Blended Family, part 1 As only Tom and Scott can do, they take what was supposed to be a one week episode, and have to turn it in to two. The full notes are here, and will be repeated on next week's episode.The Session: 5 Tips for Becoming a Blended FamilyRomans 8:15The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, 'Abba, Father.'From Learning to respect the “other wom...2023-11-1625 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: A 30,000 Foot View of Step-Families Raw Emotions, a Look at Managing the Step Family. Five Important Emotions That Are Common In Step Family LivingLuke 1:34-35And Mary said to the angel, "How shall this be, since I have no husband?" And the angel said to her, "The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you therefore the child to be born will be called holy, the Son of God.First, let's define a step family: Tom described a step family as a family created when one parent, w...2023-11-0925 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Balancing Sports & the Christian Family Every family struggles with it. You want to attend church as a family, but there's soccer practice, summer leagues, mid-week practices & more to pull your kids and family out of church. How do you strike a balance?The Session: Managing Sports in the Christian Family1 Corinthians 9: 24-27 says “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize?FOLLOW THE BOUNCING BALL: SPORTS FROM A CHRISTIAN FAMILY PERSPECTIVEBY LAINNA CALLENTINE, MD, MEDHow can parents help their children devel...2023-11-0225 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Helping the Pastor's Spouse In this episode, Scott & Tom talk about the unique challenges a Pastor's spouse face. As you think about how to honor your Pastor this Pastor Appreciation Month, consider how you can support your Pastor's spouse.The Session: Helping the Pastor’s Spouse Lord of peace, may You give our pastor(s) and their families peace at all times and in every way (2 Thess. 3:16). Support your spouse without being the assistant pastor.1. Be a loving, supportive spouse2. Do not neglect the training of your children.3. Ta...2023-10-1924 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 3 Essential Keys to Thrive in Ministry We are continuing our celebration of Pastor Appreciation Month on the Session with this episode's 3 Essential Keys to Thrive in Ministry. If you have an idea for a topic for us to discuss, please email scott@risefmohio.com!3 Essential Keys to Thrive in Ministry from Loganleadership.comA vital relationship with GodThe first key is, Who’s helping you explore this?· Where do you experience his presence in your life?· Praying scripture can be helpful. Psalm 23:1 “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He...2023-10-1225 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Parenting the Addicted Adult Child-2 In the last episode, we unpacked what TO do as you parent an adult child who's an addict. In this episode, we flip it around, and share what NOT to do. You'll see notes for both episodes here.The Session: Parenting The Adult Addicted Child II Timothy 1:7For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control."From Mountainside.comWhat TO Do (BOLD lines are a point of emphasis from Tom)1. Do set boundaries and invite open...2023-09-2123 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Parenting the Addicted Adult Child-1 We never know how long an episode of the Session will run. Sometimes, we dig deep enough into a topic that it requires more than 1 episode. That's the case with this topic. It's split right down the middle. We talk about the things TO do when parenting the adult child that's an adict. We'll cover the flip side in the next episode. You'll see notes for both episodes here. The Session: Parenting The Adult Addicted Child II Timothy 1:7For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-co...2023-09-1424 minThe Session with Tom RussellMaintaining a Relationship with a Child Who Has "Left the Faith" There's at least one family in every church, maybe more. One of their children has "left their faith". Some would call them "the prodigal". No matter what you call it, there is hope! And that's what we are sharing today.The Session: 5 Ways to Maintain a Relationship with a Child Who Has Left the FaithFrom Michelle S. Lazurek Romans 8:38-39 (Parents, Rest Assured)For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth...2023-09-0124 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 33 Forever In this episode from earlier this year, Tom & Scott welcome in Jeff & Donna Heck. Together they discuss a hard topic, suicide. 33 Forever is a non-profit created by Jeff & Donna Heck, after their 33-year old daughter, Dani, committed suicide. They connect people fighting with depression, suicidal thoughts and other mental health issues with the care they need. On today's episode, you'll hear about their goal to normalize talking about mental health issues, and their passion to get people the help they need.Their website is http://www.33forever.life facebook.com/33foreverincIf you need help, call the suici...2023-08-0325 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Sending Your Kids Off to College, or How Long Do You Wait Before Turning Their Room into a Man Cave? Whether you are sending your kids to college, to marriage, or to life, this episode can help. Tom & Scott also discuss the obvious question...how long do you wait before turning their room into a man cave? Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10 Breathe. Seriously. Inhale and exhale. Take a moment. Grab some quiet time. Saying goodbye for the first time is a life-changing, epic moment, but the world isn’t ending. No one is dying. Even though your heart might be telling you ot...2023-07-2724 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Communication Hiway In this "best of" episode from 2019, there's a new sheriff in town, and he says there are ways to behave on the hiway of communication in your marriage. There are rules of the road to keep the lanes of communication open. Tom (the sheriff) & Scott (Barney Fife to Tom's Sheriff Andy Taylor) talk about the importance of keeping the lanes of communication open in your marriage. To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2023-07-2023 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Using Exercise as a Treatment for Depression; Or...Is Scott trying to put Tom out of Business? Exercise, A Definite Treatment For Depression and Anxiety (aka how to put Tom out of business)Is Scott really trying to put Tom out of business by discussing how exercise can replace therapy as a treatment for depression and anxiety? You decide. Matthew 6:33 But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Research by the University of South AustraliaOccurrence· Millions of people are reporting depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditionsStudy in the...2023-07-1625 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Parenting Introverts & Extroverts, Part 2 Introverts & Extroverts - How do you parent them toward success? Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Center orparentingeducation.org Introverts are quiet people who tend to retreat to places where they are by themselves. When they successfully do this they feel recharged. Extroverts are people who want to be around groups of people. When they this they feel energized. What are the traits of extraverts?Ext...2023-05-1825 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Parenting Introverts & Extroverts, part 1 Introverts & Extroverts - How do you parent them toward success? Ephesians 2:10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Center orparentingeducation.org Introverts are quiet people who tend to retreat to places where they are by themselves. When they successfully do this they feel recharged. Extroverts are people who want to be around groups of people. When they this they feel energized. What are the traits of extraverts?Ext...2023-05-1125 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Parenting the Middle Child Over the next few weeks, Tom & Scott turn their focus to parenting. We start by focusing in the middle, with the Middle Child! If you have a topic you would like us to talk about, please email scott@risefmohio.com The Middle Child Mark 10:13–16 People were bringing little children to Jesus to have him touch them, but the disciples rebuked them. When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs...2023-05-0423 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: The 5 Love Languages This week on The Session, it's all about love! We talk through Dr. Gary Chapman's Five Love Languages.I Corinthians 13:4-7Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.Quality TimeTo you, nothing says you’re loved like undivided attention. When you...2023-04-1427 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Phobias-2 So why are we scared of spiders, anyway? This week, Scott and Tom open the book on phobias, why we have them, what causes them, and how we fix them.The Session: Phobias No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. I Corinthians 10:13 The National Institute of Mental Health suggests that phobias affect app...2023-03-2325 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session-Phobias-1 So why are we scared of spiders, anyway? This week, Scott and Tom open the book on phobias, why we have them, what causes them, and how we fix them.The Session: Phobias No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. I Corinthians 10:13 The National Institute of Mental Health suggests that phobias affect app...2023-03-1627 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Therapy and the Senior Citizen It was just a random thought that led us to this week's episode. Scott asked Tom if doing therapy with senior citizens was different from other counseling. We hope it's informative!Counseling & Senior Citizens Even to your old age and gray hairs I am He, I am He who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you. – Isaiah 46:4 The Caregiver (Susan Goertz)Support for the caregiver is vitally important. It is a priority that the caregi...2023-03-0924 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Tom's Top 3 Parenting Strategies We call Tom "the King of the Kranium". This week, we find out why, a little, with strategies Tom uses in session.The Session: Tom’s 3 Top Parenting Strategies Psalm 127:3-4: Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Have A New Kid By FridayReality TherapyBuild a good relationship.– Examine the current behavior Discuss it– Evaluate behavior-helpful or not?– Brainstorm alternatives.– Commit to new plan.– Evaluate resul...2023-03-0224 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: How to be the next Tom Russell, part 2 The Session: How to be the next Tom!Our verses: Ps. 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will counsel you with My eye upon you.Matt. 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.II Cor. 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away, behold the new has come.What kind of temperament/personality should a Christian counselor have?Should you be...2023-01-1220 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: How to be the next Tom Russell, part 1 The Session: Jan. 5 & 12, 2023How to be the next Tom!What kind of temperament/personality should a Christian counselor have?Should you be married? Does that have an impact?What education do you need? Should you go only to a Christian college? How long will you be in school?What legal/state/local licenses or certifications do you have to have to practice?Is it better to work for someone else, or start your own practice like you did with Heritage?How do...2023-01-1124 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: How to be the next Tom Russell, part 1 The Session: How to be the next Tom!Our verses: Ps. 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will counsel you with My eye upon you.Matt. 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.II Cor. 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away, behold the new has come.What kind of temperament/personality should a Christian counselor have?Should you be...2023-01-0524 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: "The Kids" Not really any show notes this week, just our wish that you and your family make great memories this Christmas! If you need to start a conversation with Tom, he can be reached at http://www.heritagechristiancounselingministries.com To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2022-12-2216 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: A Special Guest & A Special Conversation With Warrior's Respite! The show notes are pretty short. Our conversation was intentionally designed to be a free-flowing one. Links to Josh's website and others are at the bottom of the notes.The Session-Scott, Tom & Josh-Warrior’s RespiteIntro-where faith, life, and warriors connectTom share about what Heritage is, please include the spiritual componentJosh share about what Warrior’s Respite is, please include the spiritual component.What causes PTSD? Josh, were you ever told what caused your case?How does the military and the VA handle it?To...2022-11-1735 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Suicide & Our Veterans Military.com Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Military Deaths by Suicide Jumped 25% at End of 2020· up to 156 deaths from October 1 - December 31. It was up 25% -125 deaths· 17 U.S. veterans die by suicide every dayA total of 377 active duty service members died by suicide in 2020.· up from 348 in 2016Factors That Facilitate Suicide· Demographics,· Insomnia· Depression· Anxiety· Sexual Victimization· Gun Owner· Substa...2022-09-2917 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Color Psychology The Session: The Psychology of ColorIsaiah 1:18 Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.What is color psychology?· Color psychology is the study of color’s impact on human behavior. It aims to understand why and how different hues affect our feelings, behavior and decision-making processes.· Color plays a role in decision making. How did it play a role in your last...2022-07-1421 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Honoring Dad-2 Ways to Honor Your Deceased DadPsalm 116:15: "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints." Understand...in God's eyes, YOU ARE PRECIOUS!9 Things you can do to honor dad even after he's passed away:* Create a memorial website/social media page* Write him a letter. The earlier, the better. It's an aid in the grieving process.*Make a memory quilt. The funeral home might be able to help, or you might have some gifted grandmothers and aunts. Scott's mom made 3 memory quilts out of his dads t-shirts from all o...2022-06-2320 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session BONUS EPISODE! In light of the tragic school shootings in Texas, I brought Tom into the studio during my show on Thursday afternoon to talk about how we should help our kids as they process this tragedy. Our time was limited, so I thought it would be a good idea to have a fuller conversation posted here for you to listen to when you can. Some of the information we shared was from Tom's experience over the years at Heritage Christian Counseling. Much of what we shared is from Focus on the Family at this link: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/faci...2022-05-2714 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Nutrition & Mental Health-2 The Session with Martie Whittekin Martie Whittekin is Tom’s sister, and a Certified Clinical Nutritionist. Host of the Healthy By Nature Show. She’s been a nutrition counselor since 1982, authored 3 books, including The Probiotic Cure and Natural Alternatives to Nexium, Maalox, Tagamet and Prilosec. She served as President of the Natural Products Association, and founder of Texans for Health Freedom, and served on the Board of Trustees of Bastyr University. She’s been married to Bill for “a very long time”, has 4 grown children and 2 grandchildren.First, a couple of “little Tommy” stories…Today on the Sessio...2022-05-1921 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Nutrition & Mental Health-1 The Session with Martie Whittekin 5-3-22Martie Whittekin is Tom’s sister, and a Certified Clinical Nutritionist. Host of the Healthy By Nature Show. She’s been a nutrition counselor since 1982, authored 3 books, including The Probiotic Cure and Natural Alternatives to Nexium, Maalox, Tagamet and Prilosec. She served as President of the Natural Products Association, and founder of Texans for Health Freedom, and served on the Board of Trustees of Bastyr University. She’s been married to Bill for “a very long time”, has 4 grown children and 2 grandchildren.First, a couple of “little Tommy” stories…Toda...2022-05-0527 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Keeping the Romance Alive, part 2 Our celebration of Love Month continues with a conversation about keeping the spark sparking in your marriage! With Tom laid up at home, the audio may sound a bit different. Tom is on a zoom call with Scott in the studio.Keeping The Romance AliveSolomon 2:15Catch the foxes for us, The little foxes that spoil and ruin the vineyards [of love], While our vineyards are in blossom.” Date your mateHow often?Try revisiting dates you did in history24 hour get aways From Focus on the Family Go to the...2022-02-2417 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Keeping the Romance Alive, part 1 Our celebration of Love Month continues with a conversation about keeping the spark sparking in your marriage! With Tom laid up at home, the audio may sound a bit different. Tom is on a zoom call with Scott in the studio.Keeping The Romance AliveSolomon 2:15Catch the foxes for us, The little foxes that spoil and ruin the vineyards [of love], While our vineyards are in blossom.” Date your mateHow often?Try revisiting dates you did in history24 hour get aways From Focus on the Family Go to the...2022-02-1718 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Marriage Fundamental from Colossians 3, part 2 Apologies in advance for the change in audio. Scott was in the studio, Tom is laid up at home after breaking his hip.THE SESSION - Marriage Fundamentals According to Colossians 3 Each marriage partner prepares themselves for marriage a. But now you must also rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. Put on the new nature that is renewed in knowledge of our Creator a. focus on being trustworthy b. focus on putting on the new self which is evidenced...2022-02-1622 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: The Kids Sorry, no show notes here. Just Tom and his kids talking about what it was like to grow up a Russell, and the Christmas/family traditions that shaped them. Hope you like laughter! To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2021-12-2316 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Christmas Traditions Peek behind the mic time. We didn't really prep for this show. It's us being open and honest about the importance of starting Christmas traditions, using some of our own traditions in our families as examples. The important thing is that family traditions are things your kids hang on to, and help hold memories. In blended families, this requires some time on the communication highway, and a lot of compromise. If you need help, reach out to Tom at www.heritagechristiancounselingministries.comMerry Christmas! To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2021-12-1021 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 10 Ways to Motivate Your Child-2 From imom.com10 Ways to Motivate Your Child, by Dr. Scott TuranskyWhat motivates your child? As a kid, I was self-motivated. I did my homework on my own. I did the things I needed to do without being reminded. I set goals for myself and achieved them. Maybe this was due to the fact that my parents were mostly uninvolved.Some kids are self-motivated. And other kids are less motivated and need a little push here or a lot of prodding there. If you’re wondering how to motivate your child, you mi...2021-12-0222 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 10 Ways to Motivate Your Child-1 From imom.com10 Ways to Motivate Your Child, by Dr. Scott TuranskyWhat motivates your child? As a kid, I was self-motivated. I did my homework on my own. I did the things I needed to do without being reminded. I set goals for myself and achieved them. Maybe this was due to the fact that my parents were mostly uninvolved.Some kids are self-motivated. And other kids are less motivated and need a little push here or a lot of prodding there. If you’re wondering how to motivate your child, you mi...2021-11-1825 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Veteran Suicide-2 Military.com Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Military Deaths by Suicide Jumped 25% at End of 2020· up to 156 deaths from October 1 - December 31. It was up 25% -125 deaths· 17 U.S. veterans die by suicide every dayA total of 377 active duty service members died by suicide in 2020.· up from 348 in 2016Factors That Facilitate Suicide· Demographics,· Insomnia· Depression· Anxiety· Sexual Victimization· Gun Owner· Substa...2021-11-1121 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Veteran Suicide-1 Military.com Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Military Deaths by Suicide Jumped 25% at End of 2020· up to 156 deaths from October 1 - December 31. It was up 25% -125 deaths· 17 U.S. veterans die by suicide every dayA total of 377 active duty service members died by suicide in 2020.· up from 348 in 2016Factors That Facilitate Suicide· Demographics,· Insomnia· Depression· Anxiety· Sexual Victimization· Gun Owner· Substa...2021-11-0417 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Twisted Thinking! ~ Part 2 Here's the link to our notes from this week's show on Twisted Thinking! It's amazing, but we got through all 10 in one show! Next week, we dig into the ways to combat and untwisted our twisted thinking!https://arfamiliesfirst.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Cognitive-Distortions.pdfFind out more about Tom & Heritage Christian Counseling Ministries at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingministries.comIn Mansfield: 419-526-5523In Ashland: 419-496-0007In Shelby: 567-844-0036Remote sessions are also available. To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2021-06-1027 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Celebrate Mom, part 1 The Session - Mothers’ Day Proverbs 31:28–29: "Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: 'Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.'" Mothers often feel:· Not important· ExamplesWould someone please let the dogin?Dinner time and no one comesPlease put your coat awayLeaving clothes all around your room · Mothers Need Respectful AppreciationWhen their needs are respected2021-04-2220 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Insomnia Psalm 4:8 “I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for you, LORD, only make me dwell in safety." Rule Out Physical Causes· see your family doctor· High blood pressure· Stomach problems - hunger Anxiety Produced Insomnia· very common· Anxiety is an energy that is another name for feelings Depression Produced Insomnia· Early morning awakening· Like anxiety depression is an energy that we refer to as feelings Helps· Determine if you are either anxi...2021-04-1527 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Impatience! James 5:7-8 “Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand.Impatience is the tendency to be impatient; irritability or restlessness. "she crumpled up the pages in a burst of impatience"The primary cause of impatience seems to be the dislike or fear of certain feelings, and the...2021-04-0821 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Living in the Victory of the Cross Living In The Victory Of The Cross1. Because of Jesus We Have Victory Over Sin· Deuteronomy 20:4For the LORD your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory.”· I John 1:9If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 2. Because of Jesus Victory on the Cross We Have Victory Over Temptation· I Corinthians 10:13No temptation has overtaken you except wh...2021-04-0117 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 7 Things Dads Do That Go Unnoticed https://www.allprodad.com/things-dads-do-no-one-notices/ To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2021-03-1724 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: The 3 Fuels of Anger 3 Fuels of Anger1. Hurt Feelings. Unmet Needs value, importance* Share your feelings with a trustedrelationship* Write a letter to the person who hurtyou* safe place pictureI Peter 5:7Cast all your anxiety on himbecause he cares for you.If Jesus talk to you about Your hurt what would He say?If you could picture Him holding you what would that feel like?2. FrustrationExamples include any of the northeastern Ohio professional sports teams.2021-03-1125 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: How Do Single Moms Do It? https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/parenting/parenting-challenges/single-parenting/how-can-the-single-mom-do-it/ To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2021-03-0421 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 10 Ideas to give your marriage a fresh start-part 2 https://www.familylife.com/articles/topics/marriage/staying-married/10-ideas-to-give-your-marriage-a-fresh-start/ To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2021-02-2517 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 10 Ideas for a fresh start, part 1 10 Ideas for a fresh startFirst Things First * what are you problem exists real lying yourself with how God loves you. * Paul David Tripp stated relationships are first fixed vertically before they are fixed horizontally * Love ones neighbor as oneself Mark 12:28-34 2. Ruthlessly Hunt Gratitude * Studies of brain scans show gratitude has been linked closely to happiness 3. Figure Out What’s Eating Your Grapes *Song of Solomon speaks of chasing out the foxes in your vineyard (2:15) * lack of rest, no calendar space, or lack of resolution 4...2021-02-1818 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 9 Lies That Can Destroy Your Marriage, part 2 The Session 9 Lies That Destroy Marriagehttps://twitter.com/DalyFocus/status/1336663364097871873 Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh"? So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate' (Matthew 19:4-6, ESV) Top 9 lies that destroy marriage1. Happiness is the primary goal· compared to joy happiness is temporary fleeting feeling2. Marriage is all about unity, not individuality· It is...2021-02-1719 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 9 Lies That Destroy Marriage, Part 1 The Session 9 Lies That Destroy MarriageTherefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh"? So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate' (Matthew 19:4-6, ESV)Top 9 lies that destroy marriage1. Happiness is the primary goalcompared to joy happiness is temporary fleeting feeling2. Marriage is all about unity, not individualityIt is possible to smother our marriage partner. 2 whole...2021-02-0420 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Laughter The Session/LaughterJob 8:21He will yet fill your mouth with laughter, and your lips with shouting.Dr. Les Parrot reports research from the Mayo Clinic:laughter is medicineReduces the physical signs of stressIncreases oxygen flowcalms the body stress responserelives physical tensionboosts your moodlong term positive impact on the immune system and overall healthLaughing releases endorphins feel good cellsForbes Research ReportLaughter contagiously forms social bonds.Laughter fosters brain connectivity. Not all laughter is the same, and it...2021-01-2819 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Are you a workaholic? Part 1 We won't be able to cover everything, so here's the notes! Test yourself and see where you fit in!https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/workaholicsWhen does a hard worker become a workaholic?That's the question scientists sought to answer in a 2017 study spanning 50 years of organizational psychology research on workaholism. The researchers aren't interested in “overpathologizing a common and often positive behavior such as work,” the team writes in the study.Rather, they hope to outline the clinical characteristics of workaholics so this group can get the help they...2021-01-1422 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Goal Setting for the new year Setting goals IS a good thing. For me (Scott), one goal is to spend at least 5 minutes per day stretching out his back. For you, it might be something else. Tom and I talk about making goals that are:Specific-Like for me (Scott), spend at least 5 minutes a day stretching my back.Measurable-You have certain specific things to do to reach the goalActionable-your goal has defined actions to take.Reviseable-If your goal is too big or not big enough, you can revise it.Time sensitive-that you can change over time. To rea...2021-01-0726 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: Christmas Traditions https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/christmas-activities/ To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2020-12-2425 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 5 Things to Teach Your Kids at Christmas It's so hard to help your children focus on the real meaning of Christmas. We have a few thoughts for you. To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2020-12-2317 minThe Session with Tom RussellThe Session: 7 Simple Traditions that Teach Kids the Real Meaning of Christmas After our Thanksgiving break, we unpack 7 simple traditions you could use to help teach your kids the real meaning of Christmas. And guess what....Santa is one of them! Think we're nuts? Listen to this week's edition of The Session!https://finds.life.church/7-simple-traditions-teach-kids-real-meaning-christmas/ To reach Tom Russell, go to https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com.2020-12-0321 minThe Session with Tom RussellWhat Pastor's Wives Wish Someone Had Told Them Seven Things Pastors’ Wives Wish They Had Been Told Before They Became Pastors’ WivesThom S. Rainer April 6, 2013I am especially grateful to have the opportunity to hear from pastors’ wives since much of my focus is on pastors. Our recent, informal survey simply asked the open-ended question: “What do you wish you had been told before you became a minister’s wife?”Thank you to the pastors’ wives who were willing to give us such great feedback. And thanks to Chris Adams for doing the survey and...2020-11-1123 min