UN/Broken - Day 2
on September 11th, 2023
As I exited the church I worked for one Saturday, I saw a woman sitting at the back of the sanctuary. She looked like something was weighing on her, so I stopped, introduced myself, and asked her if everything was okay. She said, “Yeah, I don’t think I can return to this church.” Worried that someone had said or done something to her that led her to that conclusion, I kindly asked, “Why, wh... Read More
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UN/Broken - Day 1
on September 10th, 2023
First, thank you to my wife, Tricia McCoy, for her contribution to this week’s thoughts. Tricia is a licensed social worker who serves as a mental health facility counselor. Secondly, I write about what I know, as you’ll see unfold as I contribute to the first week of this series guide. About 17 years ago, I was diagnosed with a mental health challenge that threatened to take my life. By t... Read More
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Introduction
on September 9th, 2023
According to the National Association of Mental Health, 1 in 5 Americans will report suffering from a mental health illness. In truth, it’s likely a higher number because people often underreport when it comes to mental health for a variety of reasons like shame, fear, or embarrassment.One might think the numbers can’t be as high for church-going Christians. The assumption is that those wi... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - End of Week 5
on September 2nd, 2023
The following is a guide to help facilitate discussion. Feel free to add or subtract or change questions to fit the conversation, and pray for the Spirit to lead in all things. Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 34
on September 1st, 2023
Psalm 13:2 “How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and every day have sorrow in my heart?” If you have found this series difficult, I have a Bible character for you to consider. Heard in children’s story sound bites, his life is easy. He’s a pillar of the faith chosen by God. His large family is a fulfillment of God’s promises. He is wealthy and loved and part of the lineage of Christ. Bu... Read More
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Elemental: S2 - Day 33
on August 31st, 2023
1 Corinthians 5:20 “We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making His appeal through us.” So, I’ve been thinking. If human beings are so much better off living in a community of faith and we’re called to love others well, shouldn’t we place a high priority on inviting others into this family? Isn’t it an incredible act of selfishness to live with such benefits without at... Read More
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