Weakness: The Platform for Power Pt. 1
Emotionally Healthy Discipleship Blog
by MaryJo Rinaldo
1w ago
? GET FREE E-BOOK: “Ancient Disciplemaking” – Your quick start guide to reclaiming the last 2,000 years of church history.  https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/ancient Most pastors and church leaders wrestle with this question: How do we measure success if not by numbers? For the next two episodes, we’re diving into one of the most radical truths of the gospel—that God’s power is made perfect not in our strengths, but in our weaknesses. Paul lived this. He was battered, abandoned, mocked, even questioned as a true apostle. Yet, it was precisely in his weakness that God’s power was most ful ..read more
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Rediscover an Ancient Path to Disciplemaking
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by MaryJo Rinaldo
3w ago
? FREE E-BOOK: “Ancient Disciplemaking” – Your quick start guide to understanding the last 2,000 years of church history.  https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/ancient ————————— In today’s episode, we’re stepping into the rich, untapped wisdom of church history. As modern Christian leaders, many of us unknowingly skip over a critical part of our spiritual heritage—believing God’s work jumped straight from the Book of Acts to the Reformation or Azusa Street. This way of thinking has left us with shallow discipleship and an anemic church. It’s time to reclaim the “genogram” of the church. Tog ..read more
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Why Leaders Must Adopt a Radical Rule of Life in 2025
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by MaryJo Rinaldo
1M ago
⚡Design a RULE OF LIFE in 60 Minutes – Join us for a free 2025 kickoff webinar with Pete Scazzero and Drew Hyun on January 15th. https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/ruleoflife/ ————————— As we step into 2025, the world around us is in upheaval—artificial intelligence is reshaping how we live and lead, cultural norms are rapidly shifting, and the pressures on the church have never been greater. Economic instability, political polarization, and spiritual apathy are not just challenges; they’re wake-up calls. In this episode, Pete Scazzero shares why adopting a Radical Rule of Life is the essentia ..read more
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Among You Stands One You Do Not Know: A Christmas Reflection
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by MaryJo Rinaldo
1M ago
⚡Design a RULE OF LIFE in 60 Minutes – Join us for a free 2025 kickoff webinar with Pete Scazzero and Drew Hyun on January 15th. https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/ruleoflife/ In this special Christmas reflection, Pete Scazzero unpacks the powerful words of John the Baptist: “Among you stands one you do not know” (John 1:26). As we rush through the demands of the season, it’s easy to overlook the quiet, hidden ways God reveals Himself—in the ordinary, the painful, and even the mundane. Pete invites us to slow down and embrace the mystery of God’s presence in unexpected places. From a scandalou ..read more
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Slowness Over Speed: Lessons from the Mustard Seed
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by MaryJo Rinaldo
2M ago
? Transform your church culture with the Emotionally Healthy Discipleship Course. Curious? Download and preview TWO full sessions from the course for FREE. https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/preview/ ————————————————- In today’s episode, we’re tackling a powerful yet countercultural truth: God’s way is slow, small, and often weak—and that’s exactly why it’s unstoppable. So many of us are addicted to speed. We rush decisions, launch initiatives prematurely, and burn ourselves out in the name of productivity. But this impatience not only sabotages our leadership—it blinds us to the quiet, steady ..read more
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Names Before Numbers: The Dramatic Shift True Shepherds Must Make
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by MaryJo Rinaldo
2M ago
?Christmas Sermon Prep Webinar –   Join me for a FREE webinar on Dec. 5th at 2 pm ET to learn about preaching a Christmas message that deeply changes lives. https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/sermonprep/ ————————— The truth is, you can’t shepherd numbers. You can only shepherd names. And yet, in a culture obsessed with metrics, many leaders feel trapped, measuring success by attendance, budgets, and fast growth rather than the flourishing of the people God has entrusted to them. In this episode, Pete unpacks the heart of biblical shepherding—leading with Jesus’ love, slowing down to be pr ..read more
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Declaring the Word of the Lord in Anxious Times
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by Luke Humbrecht
3M ago
 In today’s episode, we’re diving into a theme that should resonate with pastors and leaders all around the world. Reflecting on the life and ministry of John the Baptist, we’ll explore how to speak with conviction and clarity amidst a world overwhelmed by fear, information overload, and shifting power structures. John’s world was much like ours—fraught with political unrest, corrupt leaders, and widespread anxiety. And yet, it was to him, a voice in the wilderness, that God’s Word came. He shows us that real leadership doesn’t come from platforms or applause but from a place of inner surren ..read more
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The Key to Unlock Passionate Mission in Every Member of Your Church
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by MaryJo Rinaldo
3M ago
Today, pastors and leaders are grappling with burnout, shallowness in discipleship, and a waning passion for God’s mission. On today’s episode, I share some insights that have transformed the way I view mission and ministry—insights rooted in Celtic Christian spirituality. Geri and I just returned from a two-week journey through Ireland, where we had the privilege of meeting with pastors and church leaders in both Belfast and Dublin. This trip refreshed us in so many ways, especially in reconnecting with the powerful legacy of St. Patrick.  I believe that St. Patrick’s life and leadership ..read more
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The Power of a Hidden Life (Leadership Lessons from Elijah) Pt. 1
Emotionally Healthy Discipleship Blog
by MaryJo Rinaldo
4M ago
  ✅ DAILY OFFICE STARTER GUIDE –  The Daily Office is an ancient practice to help you stop 2 – 3 times a day to quiet yourself and be with Jesus. https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/dailyoffice ————————— In today’s chaotic and disorienting world, where leaders face intense challenges, Elijah’s life offers us profound wisdom.  Whether you lead a ministry, organization, or family, Elijah’s hidden life with God speaks to the core of how we navigate leadership in tumultuous times. In 1 Kings 19, Elijah faced overwhelming exhaustion, fear, and disillusionment after pouring out his hea ..read more
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How to Grow a Flourishing Ministry Without Losing Your Soul
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by MaryJo Rinaldo
5M ago
✅ PREVIEW THE COURSE –  Ready to introduce your church to Emotionally Healthy Discipleship? Preview our game-changing discipleship course for FREE and find the right time to run it in your church. https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/preview ————————— As leaders, we have an internal drive to see our ministries flourish.  We have a vision for our churches, families, marriages, and cities to experience the resurrection life of Jesus. That’s why we do what we do! Also, many of us know how easy it is for our God-given ambition to be hijacked by our shadows, fears, and insecurities.  T ..read more
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