Share this post with your deacons or small-group leaders to help them better minister to senior Christians in their small groups who have concerns or fears about heaven and the remaining years of their lives. Their children have moved on; perhaps their spouse has died. They’re retired. And their bodies may be failing. Older Christians may wonder, “What have I been working … [Read more...]
How to help people with destructive eating habits
Disordered eating is a significant issue in the church. No matter how many people you have in your congregation, you have people who are struggling in some way with destructive eating habits. About 8 million people in the United States struggle with eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia or any of the iterations of those behaviors.1 Those numbers get even higher when … [Read more...]
Feeling the burn: Defusing the source of your anger
It’s no secret that we get angry with staff members, church members, and even family members. But just because we may have more spiritual authority and insight than those we interact with doesn’t mean we’re always innocent when it comes to conflict. Elyse Fitzpatrick explains … Questions to ask yourself when you’re angry with a church member: What do I want … [Read more...]