Is someone in your congregation struggling with depression or having suicidal thoughts? The answer is almost always "yes". Dr. Matthew Sleeth explains the impact of mental health on pastors and challenges us to be more proactive from the pulpit on addressing the current suicide crises.
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE: 800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Three questions to ask when faced with a mental health crises:
1) Are you thinking of harming yourself?
2) Do you have a plan?
3) Do you have the means?
Dr. Matthew Sleeth Bio
Dr. Matthew Sleeth is a former emergency room physician, who resigned his medical position to write, teach, and preach about the connections between faith and health. Currently the Executive Director of Blessed Earth, Dr. Sleeth has spoken at over 1,000 churches and events throughout the country, including serving as a monthly guest preacher at the Washington National Cathedral. Recognized by Newsweek as one of the nation’s most influential Christian leaders, Dr. Matthew Sleeth is the author of numerous articles and books, including 24/6 and his newest book, Hope Always: How to be a Force for Life in a Culture of Suicide. Dr. Sleeth and his wife have been married for 40 years and now live in Lexington, Kentucky.
I’m Kyle Willis, Founder of Talanton Church Services, and as always Dr. Dace Clifton, from DailyPastor.com and also a pastor from Texas.
Websites and Other Links
Hope Always Book | Dr. Matthew Sleeth
Dr. Matthew Sleeth Website
24/6 Book | Dr. Matthew Sleeth
Daily Pastor Online Content
Talanton Church Services