“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” (Psalm 147:3, NIV)I’ve had an active life. As a result, I carry quite a few scars on my body. I’ve had seven knee surgeries including two knee replacements. The replacements left a seven-inch scar on each knee. A surgery to repair a ruptured A
The Weary Leader’s Guide to Burnout:A Journey from Exhaustion to WholenessOutreach Magazine’s 2024 Leadership Resource of the YearFrom the Article:Evaluated by A.J. Swoboda, an associate professor of Bible and theology at Bushnell University; lead mentor for the Doctor of Ministry program on spiritu
by Dr. Daniel Borg – Regional DirectorIn Matthew 18:15-17 Jesus laid out a four-step procedure to follow when people sin against you. 1) Go to them. 2) If that doesn’t work, take another with you and go to them. 3) If that doesn’t work, take it to the church. 4) and if that doesn’t work treat them a
Dear fellow sufferers from FOMO,“Teacher,” said John, “we saw someone driving out demons in your name and we told him to stop, because he was not one of us.”“Do not stop him,” Jesus said. “For no one who does a miracle in my name can in the next moment say anything bad about me, for whoever is not a
Are you feeling stuck about an important decision? It’s common for pastors and other leaders to have trouble deciding their way forward from time to time. You may be stuck between good options or may not see any options at all. You may be trapped in overthinking or risk aversion and need help to sh
Are you looking for a quiet place for renewal, reflection, or sabbatical? There’s a relaxing and serene spot just outside Bannister, Michigan called The Richard Bush Renewal Center. I had the privilege of touring the facility a couple of weeks ago. I wish this place had been available years ago when
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Planning a sabbatical requires forethought about what will make this time a refreshing and fulfilling experience. Without planning, your sabbatical will be wasted as you will end up bored, distracted, and, most importantly, it will not be an investment in future ministry. A sabbatical should be a ti
Guest post by Rachel WhiteThis week we will discuss important issues like rest, healthy relationships, and personal spiritual formation. These are often the areas that are most critical to our ability to thrive in ministry but are easily neglected. This week we will seek to readdress the balance to
Are you having trouble finding focus? Do you feel distracted, anxious, or stressed? Christian mindfulness can help. This simply noticing what is happening in and around you in God’s presence. There is nothing new age or dangerous about this. In fact, you may find healing and a closer relationship wi
