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Helping those who make their troubles worse

May 9, 2016 by Sam Hodges

Helping hurting people is challenging. But what do you do when someone’s reaction to his suffering intensifies his pain? CareLeader.org provides practical answers to this question. Read and be better prepared to help those who’ve made their troubles worse. 4 ways to prevent hurting people from giving up on God God is like an elevator; He lets people down—at least … [Read more...]

Why leaders must exercise self-control over their emotions

May 5, 2016 by Zoricelis Dávila LMHC, LPC-S

In order for you to help others and serve others well, you need to understand and control your emotions. This will help you stay calm when caring for others and allow you to be a good example to the people you care for. The following recommendations are effective tools that will help you do that. Know your emotional self – Know your emotional reactions and how the … [Read more...]

Fightin’ words? How humility may help you avoid your next conflict

May 2, 2016 by Sam Hodges

Do you have more conflicts than conversions? More disputes than disciples? If so, growing in humility may be what you need to avoid your next potential argument. Susan Lutz explains why. Takeaways and additional thoughts … The proud person can fall into the trap of believing his flaws are minor, so he can be tempted to think the person who complains … [Read more...]

Safe person: How to respond when people open up to you

April 29, 2016 by Julie Ganschow

Most people like to help others and that is a good thing, because we are surrounded by hurting people every day. They may be in your small group or Bible study, over your backyard fence, or in line at the store. The people in your circle of influence may share with you the difficulties and trials they have going on in their lives because their burden is too heavy to bear … [Read more...]

5 beliefs that make pastoral care more challenging

April 28, 2016 by Dr. Jeff Forrey

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...]

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