Recently published or extended articles
on the way out from the valley of pain and depression
by André H. Roosma
In pastoral care I often encounter people who have become aware of some
kind of trauma or trouble they experienced in their life.
In many cases, this trouble started early and took away a lot of joy and
energy from their lives - and often it still continues to steal their joy
and energy. I know this also from my own first-hand experience.
Trauma and all sorts of trouble - or re-emerging memories about it - can
easily rob us of our enthousiasm and energy.
As pastoral workers we easily fall into the trap of focussing all attention
on...
righteousness, peace and joy: keys to pastoral care and healthy
living
by André H. Roosma
Living in the Kingdom of God, as His beloved children - what a mighty
privilege, and what a great mandate!
Such a great thing requires that we explore the Bible to see what God
has in view when He speaks of this.
I did such a survey and one theme, actually one verse, spoke to me in
particular...
by André H. Roosma
Many times I have seen that scientists discover something, and then
one recognizes that God has given us a similar advice in the Bible,
thousands of years ago.
This too, is the case with the deep meaning of a joyful, affirming
and proud face of...
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comments, experiences or other suggestions that might be of interest to
Christian counselors.
I may then decide to publish these with your consent, or to amend the
material that is already here according to your comments.
Questions on pastoral themes are welcome as well.
I may devote a subsequent article to a subject about which I see that several
questions exist.
More background info, including some on my goals and approach, you will
find on the page with backgrounds of the Accede! initiative.
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website: www.12accede.nl
2008-06-13
André H. Roosma