Do faithful followers of God experience anxiety and depression? David did. I have. David models a way through mental illness in Psalm 42. •David got REAL David was honest with God and others about his thoughts and feelings. He admitted he was thirsty, panting, weeping, doubting, not eating, feeling alone… Read More
Archive Tag: depression
Giving Coaches To Ministers
Yesterday, I told you about a new endeavor our family has started to help ministers in crisis: The Phil Lineberger Minister Wellness Fund. Today, a little more detail about what that fund will accomplish. We’re partnering with Matt Stanford of the Hope and Healing Center to create a nationwide network… Read More
Keeping Phil’s Promise
After John’s death, Phil began compiling research and the names of potential donors: he wanted to do something to help ministers in crisis. There are some wonderful retreat centers out there, he noted. But a severely depressed pastor isn’t likely (or even able) to make a trip halfway across the… Read More
Is Suicide A Cowardly Selfish Choice?
Is suicide a cowardly and selfish choice? In the days just after my father-in-law’s death I read every online article written about his suicide and short battle with depression. If they were inaccurate or insensitive, I worked with editors to correct or find better softer words. But there was no… Read More
Phil Lineberger “Through A Glass Darkly”
When the phone rang in my hotel room in the middle of the night, I knew. I’d dreaded this call for weeks, begged God that it would never come. Becky, more than a thousand miles away, wept on the other end. “He’s gone. My Dad’s gone.” “Oh, God.” A couple… Read More
Lent Day 29 – Grief
Romans 12:15,16 Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. 16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Paul tells us in Romans 12:1 to respond to the mercy of Christ by offering ourselves up… Read More