Wednesday, September 08, 2010
   
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Counseling

Ask Mary: Hard time praying

Hi Mary,

I am a freshman in college. At home I had personal devotions and family prayer. Now I only pray a few times a week. What do you suggest?

Dear freshman,

Don’t be discouraged. In college you will discover your own walk with God. I suggest starting simple. Read the Lord’s Prayer in the morning (Matthew 6:5-15) and “The Lord is my Shepherd,” (Psalm 23) at night. I am confident that the Holy Spirit will help you from there.

Mary Babin is an ordained minister and a Harvard trained psychologist. Her column will offer a listening ear and encouragement to open your eyes and heart to common-sense biblical solutions to real life issues.

Psalm 119:105 (NKJV) “Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.”


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Ask Mary: I am angry with God

Hi Mary,

Hi Mary, I am devastated that my wife left me. I was also laid off from my job of 25 years; as a result I lost my house. I am really angry at God for letting all of this happen to me.

Dear Angry Husband,

I understand the pain that you are experiencing. Remember that God wants us to come to him openly; he can handle our anger. He will give you answers if you are willing to listen. Read about David (Psalm 22) and Job (Job 40-42) to encourage your heart.

Mary Babin is an ordained minister and a Harvard trained psychologist. Her column will offer a listening ear and encouragement to open your eyes and heart to common-sense biblical solutions to real life issues.

Psalm 119:105 (NKJV) “Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.”


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Ask Mary: My husband is having an affair

Hi Mary,

My husband has been in an affair for 2 years. He does not want to get a divorce, but has not given up the other woman. I want to be faithful to my vows, but do you think that I can realistically save my marriage?

Dear Faithful Wife,

Marriage counseling may be helpful. I also recommend the book “The Power of a Praying Wife.” Find the support of other women; you never know what is possible until your hear the stories of what God has done to restore other marriages. Read Psalm 125, and 127.

Mary Babin is an ordained minister and a Harvard trained psychologist. Her column will offer a listening ear and encouragement to open your eyes and heart to common-sense biblical solutions to real life issues.

Psalm 119:105 (NKJV) “Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.”

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