The Fastest Growing Religions & What This Means For The Church
In the early 2000s I began my search for a doctorate degree. The problem is that I had to narrow my focus. If you know me, you know how...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 5, 20233 min read
Living in the Holy Spirit
When I first began writing about the Holy Spirit it was concerning the fruit of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). The last section of...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
Jun 1, 20234 min read
HEAVEN & HELL: Our Culture vs. The Bible
1. What does the Bible say about Hell? The Bible teaches that Hell is a place of punishment for those who have rejected God and refused...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 31, 20232 min read
THE TRUTH ABOUT POSITIVE THINKING
There are many compliments that flatter, and others that humble, but my favorite is when people say that I have a "positive" attitude. My...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 30, 20233 min read
THE BENEFITS OF GROUNDING: 7 Surprising Facts
Grounding, also called earthing, refers to the practice of connecting with the Earth's surface by walking barefoot or using special...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 29, 20233 min read
TIPS ON FINDING THE RIGHT COUNSELOR
About a week ago I blogged about "7 Benefits to Counseling." This prompted Misty and I to discuss how to find the right counselor. ...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 29, 20233 min read
The Holy Spirit Helps Us To Remember
As long as I can remember I have looked forward to Memorial Day weekend. Even if you don’t participate in a decoration day (previous...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 29, 20232 min read
THE BENEFITS OF SLEEPING: 7 Surprising Facts
Getting enough sleep is an important aspect of maintaining good mental health. Here are some mental health benefits of getting more...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 27, 20233 min read
THE BENEFITS OF FASTING: Fasting & Your Mental Health
Fasting is the practice of abstaining from food or drink for a period of time, and it has been practiced by various cultures and...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 26, 20233 min read
GIVE IT TO GOD: Prayer & Your Mental Health
The topic of prayer is complex and multifaceted. I wonder how many people know the power of prayer. In the past I’ve given dozens of...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 25, 20231 min read
NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY (by Darren "Ray" Reynolds)
"New Testament Survey" has picked up steam recently on Amazon! It is finally available in Hardback ($18), Paperback ($12.12) and Kindle...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 25, 20232 min read
7 BENEFITS TO COUNSELING: Seeking Help & Finding Peace
I’m often fascinated by individuals who have a negative outlook on counseling. In fact, when it is discussed, people often frown upon it....
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 24, 20233 min read
THE SILENT SECRET: Practicing Mindful Meditation
Many people talk about mediation these days, like it’s some kind of fad, but it’s been around for thousands of years. It’s a useful tool...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 22, 20232 min read
COPING WITH P.T.S.D.: Understanding Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder that can occur after someone experiences (or witnesses) a traumatic...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 22, 20233 min read
The Saving Power of the Holy Spirit
Without the Holy Spirit of God, and the conviction He provides man through the Word of God, conversion is unlikely. Consider the story...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 21, 20233 min read
NO EMPATHY, NO REALITY: Specific Personality Disorders
Personality disorders are a type of mental disorder characterized by a rigid and unhealthy pattern of thinking, feeling, and behaving...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20232 min read
COMMON DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES: ADHD, Autism & Similar Disorders
Neurodevelopmental disorders are a group of conditions that typically manifest in early childhood and are characterized by developmental...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20232 min read
LIVING A DOUBLE LIFE: Multiple Personality Disorders
Dissociative disorders are a group of mental health conditions that involve a disruption or dissociation of a person's normal...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 20, 20232 min read
OVERCOMING EATING DISORDERS: Bulimarexia, Hypheragia & Treatment
Eating disorders are a group of mental health conditions characterized by a persistent disturbance in eating or eating-related behavior,...
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Ray Reynolds, Ph.D.
May 19, 20233 min read
TRAINING YOUR MIND: The Practice of Mindfulness
In previous blogs I have emphasized the need for meditation. A large component of meditation is mindfulness. But you can also be mindful...
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