Pastor, I’m depressed … doctor says it’s some sort of major depressive disorder.” We don’t take for granted the amount of trust displayed when someone discloses the diagnosis of a psychiatric disorder. And that’s why we respond gently and compassionately. But we also need to respond accurately. Here are three common myths about depression to keep you from misleading those … [Read more...]
How to care for the anxious & fearful
Your church members may have outgrown night-lights and teddy bears—but that doesn’t mean they’re not scared when they go to bed (or the rest of the day, for that matter). This week’s Care Issue looks at how you can help individuals who are fearful and anxious. Discover a biblical definition of anxiety; read about fear’s unique relationship to obsessive-compulsive disorder; … [Read more...]
How to help people who struggle with anxiety
Years ago I interviewed Dr. Edward Welch and Dr. Michael Emlet on how to help single parents and people going through divorce to deal with fears and anxiety. Here are just a few of their insights on what fear is, the relationship between fear and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and how the Bible richly speaks to those dealing with fear and anxiety. Dr. … [Read more...]
Addressing apathy in your church
Top sins affecting the church? Homosexuality, pornography, greed, gluttony—what else is on your list? You probably didn’t think of apathy. But it erases hope, destroys marriages, weakens churches, and provokes Christ. This week’s Care Issue addresses apathy, looking at common mistakes we make when helping unmotivated, dispassionate people. We also look at how to help the wife … [Read more...]
How to help the wife of a spiritually apathetic husband
A spiritually apathetic husband demonstrates little or no interest in his faith and the application of it. Scripture forbids spiritual apathy (Rom. 12:11; Rev. 2:4–5, 3:15–19). This is in part because the apathetic person is resisting God’s work to motivate him do His will (Phil. 2:13). In other words, the Christian must harden himself to the the Lord’s powerful work (Col. … [Read more...]
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