I was blessed to be able to interview Scott Weatherford. Scott has served in ministries in Texas, Florida, and Canada. He has been in ministry for 35 years, and out of those, a senior pastor for 24. He has pastored churches from 39 people, up to 10,000. Currently Scott is consultant for different ministries, and … [Read more…]
As we are beginning this ministry, we are in discussions with many ministers from many different ministerial backgrounds. One thing that has caught my attention is the overwhelming need for family time, and connection with family. I read earlier today an article in Christianitytoday.com, how people in ministry tend to be active listeners most of … [Read more…]
As most of us in full time or bi-vocational ministry, we have a bad habit of depending on the two “Cs” to get the job done: Christ and Coffee. While it is great to depend on Christ, the second C can have a fairly negative effect on your stress level. Matter of fact, diet in … [Read more…]
Elijah’s Tree exist to provide rest and retreat to people in ministry, so they can Renew their relationship with God, Restore their spiritual, mental and physical being, and Return to their calling. If you know of someone who could use this, please click the “contact us” tab. The last Thursday of the month, we like … [Read more…]
The last Thursday of the month we highlight a person in ministry and their testimony of burnout. This month we are featuring Desirie Dougall. Desirie ministers in a highly stressful area specializing with helping transition young ladies into a new lifestyle. She gives us a wealth of knowledge along with what she personally looks for … [Read more…]
There are many reasons people find their self in a 60 hour a week situation. Most people tell me, “It just kind of happened.” Generally, this is what that statement means. Bob is a great guy and a hard worker, pulling a steady 40 hours a week. He loves his family, and has his house … [Read more…]
We are excited this week because our first eNews Letter comes out tomorrow (April 15th), so make sure you see the right lower side of this page or mid left side of facebook.com/elijahstree3 to sign up! With that said, Welcome to this week’s Post! In last week’s post, we interviewed a counselor who recommended family … [Read more…]
On the last Thursday of the month we like to feature a person in ministry’s personal testimony of personal burnout. This month of March, Elijah’s Tree is featuring Greg Stone. He is the staff Director for Shelterwood Academy, a former Area Director for Young Life in Branson, Missouri, was a mentor to me for my … [Read more…]
In all relationships, there are two types of boundaries: Healthy and Non-healthy. With non-healthy boundaries, relationally, you seek to please others while disregarding personal cost. Physically, sleep is lost and nutrition is neglected. Also spiritually, the discipline of devotion and communication with God is relaxed. With healthy boundaries your stress levels are lower because you … [Read more…]
Years ago, I worked at a residential treatment ministry in Branson, Missouri. It focused on “at risk teens”, and their behavioral and emotional levels were high. While I didn’t doubt my calling, 40 hours a week didn’t pay bills. So, I took another 20 hours working in maintenance. Add in 60 minutes roundtrip to/from work, … [Read more…]