Today, we welcome Peter Herbeck from Renewal Ministries onto the show. Peter would describe his younger self as a troublemaker and rule breaker, acting out because of an alcoholic father. But, when his father miraculously and voluntarily turned himself in for treatment after his sister called on the family to pray, Peter was introduced to healing: clinically and through Christ. It was a step in the right direction, but his healing journey was far from over. Join our conversation as Peter shares how his understanding of ‘healing the whole person’ shifted in his fifties and how this has impacted his leadership forever.   

Key points:

• Peter’s early life was heavily influenced by his father, a war vet who was successful but an alcoholic
• Healing began in Peter’s father’s life with Jesus and then led to healing in the family
• Peter was introduced to counseling during treatment for his father
• Well into his fifties, Peter didn’t address his healing head on, but simply tried to ‘trust God’ more
• Dr. Bob’s book, “Healing the Whole Person” was transformational for Peter and catalyzed his adult journey of healing
• Wounds from Peter’s early life around public failure led to beliefs and vows
• Even though there was grace and no deep sin in Peter’s life, he was experiencing brokenness as an adult because of unresolved trauma
• Healing allows you to walk in the joy of the Lord 
• Acknowledging our brokenness and leaning into Jesus is necessary for leaders

 

Practical Application:

1. If you are in ministry, ask yourself if you feel pressure to be ‘perfect’ all the time. Find a trusted friend or ministry colleague who you can share honestly with about your shortcomings. 
2. Take the time to ask yourself, “What do I really want or desire?” What is in your heart once you cut past any sin or fear of failure? Journal what comes up. 
3. If you have unresolved trauma in your life, seek support. 

 

Resources: 

• Peter Herbeck’s blog posts
• Renewal Ministries
• Renewal Ministries on YouTube

 

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