Unanswered Prayer and Trust in God

Unanswered Prayer and Trust in God

For me (Jason) prayer was always about words. In my circles, intercessor was viewed as a spiritual office, like pastor and teacher. Prayer became a specialized skill, a badge for the super spiritual: we were “prayer warriors.” We saw the brokenness in our world, so we...
Five Key Concepts for Trauma-Informed Ministry

Five Key Concepts for Trauma-Informed Ministry

Trauma, while not universal, is quite common. In The Trauma Tree: Going Beyond Survival, Growing Toward Wholeness, we look at the difference between big T Trauma and little t trauma. Big T Trauma is what comes to mind when we think of PTSD. Post-traumatic stress...
Effective Pastoral Care

Effective Pastoral Care

“Precision Pastoring: Nourishing the Caregiver’s Soul” “Are we serving you well?” The unexpected question from two pastors caught me off guard, prompting a moment of reflection. As pastors of a large Nashville church, their humility in...
Continuing Education for Pastors

Continuing Education for Pastors

The Importance of Continuing Education for Pastors In today’s rapidly evolving world, the role of pastors extends far beyond traditional pastoral duties. As spiritual leaders, they’re called to navigate complex challenges, address contemporary issues, and guide...