Mental Health

Joby Martin: Guardrails of Grace for Healthy Ministry Leaders

Joby Martin and Jason Daye look at some of the challenges we have as ministry leaders when it comes to experiencing God's grace. Joby also shares some ideas and practices that can help us truly experience the fullness of living in Christ as we serve his church.

Are You a High Hoper?

Hopeful people identify specific, tangible goals. They see many pathways to reach these goals, and they nurture an “I can” attitude.

Barbara Peacock: Actively Engaging in Soul Care

Dr. Barbara Peacock and Jason Daye explore the importance of actively and intentionally engaging in our own soul care as we serve others.

Solitude and Silence

Practicing solitude and silence does not come naturally. Yet without it, you miss the richness and depth of a walk with Christ that can come no other way.

Alan Noble: Mental Health & Ministry—Being Honest With Ourselves & Other

Alan Noble and Jason Daye look at the reality of mental afflictions and how they relate to our spirituality. Alan then shares from his own experiences some words of caution and encouragement on how we can address mental health in ministry.

Thriving Beyond Suffering: Insights & Growth

NICC stands out by synthesizing psychological insights with Christian theological perspectives, offering a comprehensive framework for "suffering well.” It views suffering not just as an inevitable part of life but also as an opportunity for deepening one’s relationship with God, self, and others.

NICC: The Flesh & Sanctification Explained

Let's delve into the concepts of "the flesh" and “works of the flesh” from a biblical perspective, reinterpreted through the lens of NICC’s distinctive views on the Core Self and Constructed Self.

Managing Your Negative Emotions

While most church leaders prefer to avoid negative emotions such as distress, fear, anxiety, etc., all church leaders will experience a variety of negative emotions at some point. If you want to build your negative emotion management skills, try these five recommendations.