Amy can no longer remember a time when her mind was “at rest.” She really thinks she needs to get a job, because there are rumors that her husband’s construction company might have to lay off workers. She used to work at a grocery store, but was glad when her husband wanted her to quit and be a stay-at-home mom. As a cashier, she often was flustered by customers with … [Read more...]
5 beliefs that make pastoral care more challenging
Sometimes our beliefs about pastoral ministry hinder our effectiveness. As I have interacted with pastors, elders, and deacons—from a wide range of Christian denominations—I have heard a few beliefs about pastoral care that actually undermine pastors’ commitment to shepherd God’s people. It’s not that these people are wanting to shirk their responsibilities; they just haven’t … [Read more...]
3 mistakes pastors make in counseling
You have a very challenging job. You must develop skills in administration, preaching, teaching, evangelism, leading worship, and discipling people through trials in their lives (pastoral counseling). This last responsibility might be the most challenging of these responsibilities for a variety of reasons. Here are some ways to improve your role as a counselor: Mistake #1: … [Read more...]
How would you help sluggish Susan?
“It’s been over a year since the divorce; why am I still so wrapped up in it?” Today’s CareLeader Quiz asks you to think through the best way to initially respond to someone who tells you she struggles with “getting motivated.” For a while now, Susan has struggled with “getting motivated.” It’s hard for her to get excited about anything, including the fellowship meals … [Read more...]
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