Empathy is Oxygen for Your Soul
Without a friend who feels our hurt, stress, and longings with us our souls shrivel up and die. Giving and receiving empathy are key to life in Christ.
Soul Shepherding
Following Jesus for deeper life and greater influence.
Tag: Soul Friendship
220 – Help for Screen Fatigue
Listen to this episode of Soul Talks: Technology is a gift in this season of social distancing, but it can also cause physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges.…
Re-Mapping Your Brain and Soul in God’s Love
If God seems angry and unkind you may need to re-map your brain through loving relational engagements that improve your self-image. Scientific research shows that…
Emotionally Reluctant Person (Nicodemus in the Bible)
I’m a Thinker. That’s a good thing. Jesus was a Thinker! But, unlike Jesus, I’ve gotten stuck in my head and needed help to learn…
Joy as Happy-Sad Longing for God (C. S. Lewis and The Inklings)
One of C. S. (“Jack”) Lewis’ greatest teachings is on Joy (with a capital “J”). It’s blessed me and I’m excited to share it with…
Heaven’s Word to You: “Come!” (C. S. Lewis’ Story)
“Be hospitable” the Bible teaches. You and the people around you need it — desperately (Romans 12:13, 1 Peter 4:9). Recently, Kristi and I were…
Immanuel Journaling Worksheet
Have you heard of “Immanuel Journaling”? It’s spreading like wildfire across America and beyond! Kristi and I have found it to be a wonderful and…
The Day I “Stole” Kristi’s Heart
When I “stole” Kristi’s heart in college during a Valentine’s Day game I had no idea how God would bless me! My story is not…
34 – Serve What You’re Cooking
If we don't care for our own souls under God as pastors, people-helpers and Christian workers we will get depleted. Bill and Kristi share about some practical ways to care for our souls in ministry.
15 – Sharing Words of Affirmation
Many people are uncomfortable looking someone in the eye and saying something they appreciate and admire about that person. Ideas on giving and receiving affirmations so that it’s truly a blessing!
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JOURNEY OF THE SOUL
Are you feeling stuck in your faith walk? The healthy Christian life is one of continuing spiritual, emotional, and relational growth, but sometimes we feel stuck or stagnated at one stage of the journey.
Get unstuck and identify the next steps you need to take to grow emotionally and spiritually—no matter where you are or how long you’ve been following Jesus.