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01/11/2026

Today, i sang Happy Birthday to you, Dad. Happy "95". You are forever in our hearts and memories. Happy Heavenly Birthday, Dad.

01/03/2026

✨ Jan 3: Choosing Faith Over Fear ✨

Today’s video reflects on Psalm 27:1, a powerful reminder that God is our light and our protection. When fear tries to take control—through anxiety, uncertainty, or emotional overwhelm—God invites us to trust Him instead.

This message is for anyone struggling with fear, self-doubt, or feeling unsafe emotionally. You are not alone, and fear does not get the final word.

📖 This video is inspired by Day 3 of my devotional journal, Finding Self Through God, a daily devotional created to help you:
• Grow in faith
• Build emotional strength through God’s truth
• Walk daily with confidence and peace

👉 Get the devotional here:
https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Self-God-Day/dp/B0FQ4PNPGW/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

🕊️ Follow Rapha Christian Counseling Center for daily scripture-based encouragement and faith-centered healing.

01/03/2026

01/03/2026

January 2:

✨ Day 2: Finding Hope, Joy, and Peace in God ✨

Today’s video reflects on Romans 15:13, a powerful reminder that God is the source of true hope. When life feels heavy, overwhelming, or uncertain, joy and peace don’t come from circumstances—they come from trusting Him.

This message is for anyone struggling with anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from hope. God desires to fill your heart with peace as you lean on Him.

📖 This video is inspired by Day 2 of my devotional journal, Finding Self Through God — a daily devotional created to help you:
• Grow in faith
• Strengthen emotional and spiritual well-being
• Walk daily with God at your own pace

👉 Get the devotional here:
https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Self-God-Day/dp/B0FQ4PNPGW/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

🕊️ Follow Rapha Christian Counseling Center for daily scripture-based encouragement and faith-centered healing.

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01/02/2026

✨ Day 1: Trusting God’s Plan for Your Life ✨

Have you ever wondered if your life is going the way it’s supposed to?
Today’s video reflects on Jeremiah 29:11, a powerful reminder that God already knows the plans He has for you—plans filled with hope, purpose, and a future.

This message is for anyone feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or discouraged. God is not trying to harm you—He is walking with you, even in seasons that don’t make sense yet.

📖 This video is inspired by Day 1 of my devotional journal, Finding Self Through God, a daily devotional created to help you:

Grow closer to God

Build faith during difficult seasons

Strengthen your sense of peace and self-worth

You can follow along day by day at your own pace.

👉 Get the devotional here:
https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Self-God-Day/dp/B0FQ4PNPGW/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

🙏 Follow Rapha Christian Counseling Center for daily scripture-based encouragement and faith-centered healing.

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12/25/2025

Rapha Christian Counseling Center extends warm season's greetings and wishes everyone a joyous Christmas.

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11/28/2025

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Rapha Christian Counseling Center!
Today, we pause with grateful hearts to thank God for His goodness and to thank you—our community, clients, supporters, and prayer partners. Your encouragement, trust, and belief in the healing mission of Rapha mean more than words can express.

Because of you, we are able to bring hope, restoration, and Christ-centered emotional healing to individuals, families, and couples throughout the year. May your day be filled with peace, love, and the warmth of God’s presence.

We are truly thankful for you. Happy Thanksgiving! 🕊️🧡

“Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! His steadfast love endures forever.”
— Psalm 107:1

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11/25/2025

We are humbled and excited to announce that Rapha Christian Counseling Center has been selected as a 2025 Global Recognition Award WINNER! 🏆✨

This honor reflects our commitment to Christ-centered healing, hope, and restoration for individuals, couples, and families. Thank you to our amazing clients, supporters, and partners who trust our ministry.

All glory to God for this milestone!
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10/24/2025

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Email: drjanet@raphaccc.org
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New Book by Dr. Janet Olivares Helps Readers Find Freedom Through Forgiveness

[Fresno, CA] – Forgiveness is one of the most powerful yet challenging acts of faith. In her new book, Forgive: Let Go for Real, Dr. Janet Olivares offers readers a heartfelt roadmap to release the pain of the past, heal emotional wounds, and experience true peace through the power of God’s grace.

Written from her perspective as a Christian counselor, teacher, and follower of Christ, Dr. Olivares gently guides readers through real-life struggles with unforgiveness, bitterness, and emotional bo***ge. Each chapter combines practical insights, Scripture-based wisdom, prayers, and reflection questions that invite readers to take the next step toward lasting healing.

“My heart as a counselor is not to lecture you, but to journey with you,” Dr. Olivares writes. “Forgiveness is not easy—but it is worth it. When we let go for real, God brings the freedom we’ve been longing for.”

Forgive: Let Go for Real reminds readers that forgiveness is not a feeling—it’s a spiritual decision that opens the door to inner peace and renewal. Whether the wound comes from betrayal, loss, or disappointment, this book helps readers discover how to release resentment and embrace God’s love.

About the Author

Dr. Janet Olivares is the founder of Rapha Christian Counseling Center, where she helps individuals, couples, and families find healing through faith-based counseling and biblical principles. With years of experience as a counselor and teacher, her passion is to bring hope, restoration, and emotional wholeness to those walking through life’s most difficult seasons.

Title: Forgive: Let Go for Real
Author: Dr. Janet Olivares
Publisher: Glorybound publishing

10/21/2025

Running a business takes wisdom, but lasting success comes from surrender. Each day at Rapha Christian Counseling Center, I start by inviting God into every decision — big or small. He’s in full control of Rapha, and His peace always leads the way.

💬 How do you invite God into your daily business or leadership decisions?

08/03/2025

You Are Still Becoming—And It's Beautiful 🌟

From: Dr. Janet Olivares
To: Our Beloved Community

Dear Friends,

In the stillness of your day—whether you're running a business, managing a home, pursuing a dream, or simply trying to hold things together—I want to speak something gentle and true into your heart:

You are not alone.
You are not forgotten.
And you are certainly not forsaken.

There is a light in you that no amount of darkness can extinguish. Even when things feel uncertain, and the next step seems unclear, know this:

✨ Your worth does not change.
✨ Your voice still matters.
✨ Your presence carries hope.

You were created with divine intention. Carefully crafted by a loving God who sees you, knows you, and calls you to walk this life with purpose and courage.

And yes, joy is still possible.
Not just the surface kind that comes and goes with circumstances, but the kind that sinks deep into your soul. The kind that whispers, “Even now… there is beauty.” That reminds you to pause, to smile, to breathe in grace like fresh morning air.

You don’t need to have all the answers. You don’t have to carry every burden by yourself. Just take the next step—bravely, honestly, even tearfully if you must. Healing is slow sometimes, but it will come. Peace may feel far, but it is drawing near.

And never forget this: You are loved. More deeply than you know.
You are seen. You are valued. You are being held by a God who never lets go.

So lift your head today.
Hope is not lost.
Life is not over.
You are still becoming who you’re meant to be—
and what a beautiful becoming it is.

With all my love and belief in you,
In Jesus’ name, Amen.