to me that day; I inquire how their day is going. Before we move into the questions, I pause and lead in a word of prayer, asking God’s leadership and blessing on our session. Third, I arrange the room so they are seated together, facing me. This gives them more togetherness plus the encouragement they need as they face this uncertain time with a man they may have observed from the pulpit more than any other place! Fourth, I offer them some orange juice or a cup of coffee as we begin. They usually
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