There is something quietly powerful about waking up to a new day. Before the emails arrive, before the news updates, before we replay yesterday’s conversations in our heads, Scripture speaks a steady truth: “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is […]

When someone begins the counseling journey, one of the most important decisions they’ll make is how often to meet with their counselor. While some may hope to “check in” when life feels overwhelming, the most effective path to healing and growth is through consistent, weekly counseling sessions—especially in the early stages of care. Both clinical […]

What does the gospel look like in everyday life? The Soul Care Matters podcast explores this question through real, relatable conversations that resonate with those seeking to integrate faith into their daily lives. Hosted by Ryan Berg and presented by Luma Counseling, each episode delves into the challenges and joys of living out biblical truths, […]

The start of a new year often brings resolutions—plans to improve our health, finances, or habits. But what if we shifted our focus from resolutions to a revolution? A biblical revolution involves a complete transformation of the heart, mind, and soul, aligning ourselves with God’s will and purpose. It’s not about temporary change but radical, lasting […]

The holidays can be such a busy, exciting, and sometimes overwhelming time, can’t they? Between shopping for gifts, decorating the house, cooking, and attending gatherings, it’s easy to feel like you’re running on empty. But here’s the good news: Advent, the season leading up to Christmas, is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, reflect, and […]

So far in this series we have seen how the Gospel is relief to those struggling with perfectionism and the need to be more than human. In this last article, I’d like to focus on how the Gospel provides relief to those who feel compelled to control the narrative about themselves. A quick Google search […]

When I was in college, I spent every summer working at a summer camp in Wisconsin as a counselor. Some of the best and most transformative moments of my life happened at that camp. However, one of the harshest realities of my life happened there too. When I Felt I Wasn’t Enough The structure of […]

Sunburns are painful and debilitating. They make even the simplest things in life challenging, and they hurt! Living in the Midwest with a family history of skin cancer, I do my best to avoid prolonged sun exposure. On two separate occasions, I have fallen asleep in the sun accidentally and woke up with second degree […]

This season of life is different and challenging for many different reasons. Times like this can often cause a person to experience anxiety, discouragement, and in some cases despair. There will be moments when many of us will feel unable to hope or have faith. But it is in circumstances like these when it is […]

Sometimes we confuse happiness and joy. When I say “happiness,” l mean that giddy feeling of cheerfulness that is noticeable at a celebration. Joy, on the other hand, is a fruit of the Spirit characterized by a deep, abiding, and ultimate sense of well-being that the suffering of this world cannot touch. It’s no secret that […]