* The following is an excerpt from our new book Unholy Union: A Biblical Review of Sacred Marriage available as a free download through Friday 9/11 * Because of our ministry’s focus on God’s Word, discernment, and equipping, we are often asked to examine a book, movement, ideology, or specific person’s teachings. While our time is limited, we occasionally take on certain subjects, particularly when they pose significant danger. This has resulted in articles on various topics (the Continue Reading
How False Teachings Damage Your Mental Health: A Biblical Perspective
Is your spiritual life causing more anxiety than peace? In this four part series, Mark sits down with podcaster and researcher Holly Pivec to discuss the connection between false teaching and common struggles like anxiety and depression. In Holly's words: I'm with biblical counselor and author Mark Baker to expose the overlooked link between false teachings—specifically within the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR)—and mental health struggles like depression and chronic guilt. If you’ve ever Continue Reading
Meditation Or Mysticism?
MEDITATION: A SOURCE OF TRUE BLESSING OR GREAT HARM? Few things are more popular today than meditation. A recent study revealed that in just four short years there was a 2,900% increase in the number of people who meditate. There are now thousands of meditation apps—and even more articles and videos on the subject. Which brings up a pivotal question: hundreds of millions of people are meditating, but is that a good thing? It all depends on what kind of meditation is being practiced. Mark's Continue Reading
Give The Gift Of Hope
A Priceless Gift of Hope We absolutely love to see how God gives strength, encouragement, and HOPE through the biblical counseling and equipping ministry of Hope For Life. Here’s a few heartfelt notes we’ve received recently from people who have been greatly impacted by the ministry … Thank you so much for helping me. You have been such a blessing to us. Thank you so much for your biblical based guidance. Thank you for your amazing support. Thank you for continued & Continue Reading