Navigating Anxiety and Emotional Depletion in Ministry

Exploring personal struggles with anxiety and the fear of emotional burnout in vocational ministry, focusing on the importance of boundaries and combating emotional hoarding. Reflecting on the balance of dehumanizing factors and discipleship, embracing vulnerability, and engaging in self-acceptance and relaxation for emotional well-being in ministry and relationships.

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Discover how embracing weakness and confronting shame can rehumanize ministry and lead to authentic discipleship. In this special Non-Ference episode, Mike Erre and Tim Stafford are joined by Susie Lind and Timothy Gombis to explore cruciform living and the journey toward becoming truly human.

Key Takeaways:

• Embracing Weakness and Shame – Understanding how acknowledging our vulnerabilities fosters genuine relationships and authentic ministry.

• Cruciform Living – Exploring what it means to live a life shaped by the cross, allowing our weaknesses to become strengths.

• Rehumanizing Discipleship – Challenging dehumanizing practices in traditional discipleship models and moving toward a holistic, human-centered approach.

• The Role of Therapy and Self-Awareness – Discussing the importance of therapy, spiritual direction, and self-awareness in personal growth and ministry effectiveness.

Guest Highlights:

Timothy Gombis – New Testament scholar and author of Power in Weakness, shares his personal journey of embracing weakness, confronting shame, and redefining success in ministry.

Susie Lind – Executive pastor and gifted teacher, talks about overcoming fear of failure, killing the ego, and stepping into authentic ministry roles as a woman in leadership.

Resources Mentioned:

• Power in Weakness by Timothy Gombis – Link

• The Enneagram – A personality framework discussed for self-awareness – Enneagram Institute

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