1 Corinthians 13

As we consider what it means to love others well, we must look back at the way we have learned to love and identity patterns which may be healthy, unhealthy or even destructive.

This is our first long-form podcast episode, giving us more room to discuss the whole idea of emotionally healthy spirituality. If you're not used to conversational pods, you might want to set aside some time to listen with a cup of tea or on a walk!

While most episodes will be more focused on how we tend to our emotional needs, in tomorrow's episode Joyce and Amie discuss the main differences (and potential opportunities) between pastoral care and counselling, to give some context around the worlds they work in. They question what happens when we neglect our inner worlds and why people might look to both the church and professional mental health services for the support they need.

As always, Bear the dog also makes his presence known, because he has no respect for Amie's work life. 🙄

Today we introduce the idea of emotionally healthy spirituality and explore a biblical framework for how we can grow in our maturity. Key concepts from this episode are inspired by the work of Pete Scazzero, whose books you may find helpful for further reflection.

In this introductory episode, Amie shares with us why emotionally healthy spirituality is important and why this will be the theme of our Sunday morning messages. If you would like to reflect on this in more depth, check out the Emotionally Healthy Spirituality series by author Pete Scazzero.

Amie guides us through The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6) and how it can help us to pray.

Amie reflects on the experience if Israel in Exodus 16 and considers what we can learn from them in the face of this pandemic.