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In our age of instant access to information, we are in danger of losing our grip on our most ancient emotion—childlike wonder. We need to cultivate a holy curiosity. As a result of our impoverished view of God, most of us are only living at half capacity—we let anxiety keep us from pursuing our dreams because we can’t see that God is far bigger than our biggest problems and close enough to help. Mark Batterson invites us to consider the miraculous work of God going on around us every day.
We open the phones this hour to continue taking your questions on narcissism. It’s Christmastime and this abusive personality really knows how to create havoc by either dominating and manipulating family gatherings or by using children as a tool to gain control. But be of good cheer. If there is a narcissist in your life, there are things you can do to dial down the pain. The lines light up so call in with your question and get encouragement for coping during the holidays.
Mark Batterson is the lead pastor of National Community Church in Washington, DC. One church in multiple locations. Batterson holds a doctor of ministry degree from Regent University and is the New York Times bestselling author of twenty-five books, including The Circle Maker, Chase the Lion, and Win the Day. He also authored the children’s books The Best Worst Day Ever and God Speaks in Whispers.
Laurel is a Board Certified Professional Christian Counselor, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the state of Florida. She provides counseling services for individuals, couples, and families. She combines Biblical Truth with the Truths in the fields of Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy to help heal individuals and their relationships.