Wellness

NIRD Principle: Intentional Relationships

The principle of intentional relationships in Neuroscience Informed Relational Discipleship (NIRD) draws deeply from the biblical model of discipleship exemplified by Jesus Christ.

Appreciation Tank Checkup

In the realm of ministry, how often do we, as pastors, feel something is wrong or off when we desire more appreciation in our lives? A healthy perspective will keep you in the right mental space when it comes to receiving encouragement.

Zach Meerkreebs: Empty Vessels & the Outpouring of the Spirit

Zach Meerkreebs and Jason Daye explore how we can invite the Holy Spirit in to help us assess our feelings, whether negative or positive, that surround our ministry activities and how we engage in serving others.

NIRD Principle: Mutual Accountability

The NIRD principle of mutual accountability is central to the process of discipleship and underscores the importance of community in Christian life. 

Maintain a Healthy Brain

While it is good to focus on healthy, fit bodies, we often neglect the significance of having a healthy brain. Let’s find out why we should spend more time invested in brain health!

Robby Angle: Creating a Customized Discipleship Plan

Robby Angle and Jason Daye explore some of the disappointments that we might feel when we try to adopt or adapt discipleship models into our local churches.

The Relational Nature of God’s Grace in Discipleship

Grace is often spoken of as a divine attribute, yet the fullest expression of God's grace is found within the warp and weft of our daily interactions.

4 Types of Stress

It’s rare to find someone in ministry who operates without any stress. The good news is, we have ways to combat the types of stress we experience. But first, we must be able to identify which of the four kinds of stress we are experiencing.