E205. Spiritual Formation Without Spiritual Bypassing
Today, Laura Howe speaks with Dr. Chris Adams, Executive Director of the Mental Health and the Church Initiative at Biola University’s Rosemead School of Psychology. They dive into the essential practices of healthy caregiving within ministry, highlighting how care leaders can show up with empathy and wisdom without carrying the full emotional weight of others. Chris shares his personal journey from pastoral ministry to clinical psychology, offering practical insights on boundaries, supervision, and cultivating emotional and spiritual resilience in leadership.
Quotes
- “I didn’t have the skills to not carry people’s pain.” – Chris Adams
- “I believe in equipping people to be the church—what it looks like to be the hands and feet of Jesus.” – Chris Adams
- “Our own woundedness can drive our ministry if we’re not aware.” – Chris Adams
- “God is not glorified by burned-out leaders.” – Laura Howe
- “If you don’t have a biblical understanding of boundaries, the need will drive your ministry.” – Chris Adams
Resources
- Mercy Multiplied
- Boundaries by Cloud & Townsend
- Care Ministry Cohort
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