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  1. The Question Why do Christians say things like “That’s karma” — when karma isn’t part of Christian theology? Is it just a slip of the tongue? Or is something deeper going on? 2. The Human Angle You hear it all the time: “She got what was coming to her — karma.” “I try to put good energy out there so karma comes back around.” “That’s karma for being selfish.” And yet, these are Christians talking. People who believe in grace, not reincarnation. So what’s happening? 3. The Inquiry Let’s start with definitions. Karma is a concept from Eastern religions — especially Hinduism and Buddhism — that says your actions in this life determine your fate in future lives. It’s part of a cycle of rebirth and moral consequence. Christianity , by contrast, teaches: One life, followed by judgment (Hebrews 9:27) Salvation by grace, not merit (Ephesians 2:8) Forgiveness through Christ, not through working off moral debt Resurrection, not reincarnation So why do Christians use the word ka...

  Why Might Emotional Abuse in a Christian Home Push a Child Toward Atheism? Emotional abuse—chronic criticism, manipulation, humiliation, or neglect—can deeply distort a child’s sense of self and safety. When this occurs in a home that claims Christian values, the resulting contradictions often undermine spiritual trust and coherence. 1. Contradiction Between Message and Method Christian teachings emphasize love, grace, and compassion. Emotional abuse communicates the opposite: rejection, control, and conditional worth. Children may experience cognitive dissonance : If this is Christian love, it feels cruel. The mismatch between proclaimed values and lived experience can lead to rejecting the entire belief system. This is especially potent when the abuse is framed as “discipline” or “godly correction.” 2. Erosion of Self-Worth Emotional abuse often targets identity: “You’re worthless,” “You’ll never be good enough,” “God is disappointed in you.” These messages can become interna...

  Today's Publisher's Pride is  Mental Health Mayday,  by Gregg Bagdade, which reached #141 on Amazon's bestseller list for psychology education and training and #251 for safety and first aid. Reviewer:  "saved my life" Book description: From their swearing-in all to the way until retirement, even the most hardened firefighters can be affected by mental health concerns. A fascinating look behind the scenes of the career of a firefighter, this book explores the why and explains the how to better prepare these individuals for a healthy and productive career and life, based on the author's personal experience as a counselor, who also has 27 years as a firefighter and paramedic. Firefighters can learn how to acknowledge their mental health issues, such as PTSD, addiction, or anger issues while developing strategies to address these concerns with techniques and solutions throughout their career. This powerful book is part memoir and part call to action. Through the...