Ep 3.18 Mental Health and Elijah with Pastor A.J. Houseman
Description
Happy *almost* Mental Health Awareness Month! To kick off Mental Health Awareness month, Pastor A.J. shares part of the story of the prophet, Elijah. Elijah experiences some trauma, burnout, depression, and some suicidal ideation. It’s uncomfortable stuff. Frequently, the response to mental health from Christianity has been less than helpful. Sometimes pastors act like psychiatrists and sometimes the “Christian” approach is just to pray more. This is not the divine response that Elijah receives. Elijah is treated in mind, body, and spirit in his time of need. Let’s dive into 1st Kings 19:1-18 and talk about what God may want for us to be happy and healthy.
Discussion Questions:
1. What have you been taught about mental health from your family?
2. What are your experiences of mental health conversations and the church?
3. What things would you like to learn more about during Mental Health Awareness Month?
4. What in the story of Elijah do you resonate with?
5. How do you feel God’s response to Elijah is helpful?
6. What does this tell us about God and God’s relationship with us?
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