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About Bill Harbeck

Founder and Director of Holding on to Hope Ministries. A non-profit work that helps survivors of childhood sexual abuse unveil their past and begin the healing process. Author of the book Shattered; One Man's Journey from Childhood Sexual Abuse

The King is Coming….

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

Israel is surrounded.  Hezbollah declares, “if Jordan is attacked missiles will rain down on Tel Aviv.”  Russian dissident scientist says, “there is still no hope for the future.”  China lands a jet fighter on their first air craft carrier in … Continue reading →

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John Dewey Predicted an Obama Victory

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

If John Dewey were alive today he would he would pat himself on the back for predicting a Obama victory in the Presidential election.  John Dewey, a legendary education leader at the turn of the 20th Century and one of … Continue reading →

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I hope He doesn’t remove His hand…

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

Once again the country has chosen to dismiss the Creator of our souls.  To support someone who views life with disdain and disrespect.  A leader who purposely chooses to serve creatures rather than the Creator.  Just a bit over half … Continue reading →

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Whose Election is this…really?

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

Election Day 2012.  I am wondering how this day will unfold.  30 years ago this county answered this question.  Do you believe that what grows in a woman’s unterus is a human being?  It is a very simple yes or … Continue reading →

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October in New England

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

Our Lord is so kind.  A friend invited me to Upstate New York to share with his community, hope for healing from sexual abuse.  Upstate New York in October is amazing.  I have heard the colors are beautiful.  It’s true, … Continue reading →

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It’s Always Good to Go Home…

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

I had the privilege to speak to two classes at Wheaton College last week.  In 1967 I was a camper at the Crusader Sports camps at Wheaton.  From 1973-1977 I was a student at the College.  From 1982-1991 I coached … Continue reading →

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NCAA-Penn State rush to punish

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

Remember when you were in school and that one kid acted up while the teacher’s back was turned.  There was an eruption of laughter and the teacher spun around too late to witness the offense.  In frustration the teacher announces, … Continue reading →

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Sandusky…Penn State…hiding in the trees…

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

“Then the eyes of both of them were opened and they realized that they were naked.” The official investigative report came out today from former FBI director Louis Freeh regarding the details of the Jerry Sandusky case and the response … Continue reading →

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Sandusky Guilty…Hope wins…

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

Guilty…Jerry Sandusky, guilty on 45 of 48 counts of child sexual abuse.  He will be sentenced to jail for the rest of his life.  A man influenced by evil will not be able to hurt again. I viewed the proceedings … Continue reading →

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Will anyone reach out to the broken?

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Bill Harbeck

Why does it appear on the whole there is so little desire to truly address the brokenness in this world? Is the world of today similar to that of Isaiah’s time when the people begged him to “tell them lies, … Continue reading →

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