Ministry Spouses Podcast

Kids: Friends Like Jesus! Faithful families take care of each other — Karen Holford

What does it really mean to be a friend like Jesus? Through Bible stories, practical activities, and family discussions, this fun and thoughtful article helps children learn how to show kindness, stand against bullying, and become safe, caring friends who reflect God’s love.

Why Hurt Lurks in the Pews - Four degrees of emotional hurt — Victor D. Marshall

Why do some people in the church react with unexpected anger, distance, or pain? This article explores four degrees of emotional hurt—and how understanding hidden wounds can help us respond with greater compassion, wisdom, and healing.

Overcoming Hurt in the Church - Practical pointers for healing — Kevin McDonald

What do you do when the people who are supposed to encourage your faith are the ones who wound you most deeply? This practical and honest article shares biblical steps toward healing, forgiveness, confrontation, and moving forward with love after experiencing hurt in the church.

Persevering Through Pain - Contemplating the path through pain — Jeffrey O. Brown

How do we move through pain when simply “pushing through” is not enough? This thoughtful article reflects on the difference between forcing, avoiding, and faithfully persevering through hardship with Christ at the center.

Lifestyle: The Forgetting Dilemma - How memory works (or doesn’t) and how to improve it — Rae Lee Cooper

Why do we forget important things—and when should forgetfulness become a concern? This practical and encouraging article explores how memory works, why the brain sometimes “misfires,” and simple lifestyle habits that can help strengthen memory and cognitive health.