Physician Heal Thyself; The Oxygen Mask Principle
William F Johnson
Publisher: Aslan Ministries, Inc
Summary
Ministry is not for sissies. It can be tough! When you spend your life giving of yourself, you are vulnerable to burnout, depression, and physical exhaustion. Discover the eight vital steps that will protect you and help you maintain a long and fruitful ministry, without destroying yourself. The Oxygen Mask Principle states: "Take care of yourself first, then you will be able to help others.."Caring for other people without caring for yourself first can lead to burnout and physical and spiritual distress. Pastor, teacher, and conference speaker William Johnson has spent over thirty years in ministry. After witnessing the destructive effects of burnout and its damage to leaders and ministries, Bill and his wife Rita, spent several years in study and research to find ways these issues can be avoided. Understand the cause and cure of burnout at its various stages. Learn about compassion fatigue, spiritual adultery, attachments, and transferences. Enjoy a long and fruitful ministry when you implement the eight steps described in this book. Get this book today, it will save your ministry!