As Christian leaders, pastors hold a profound responsibility to nurture and care for the spiritual well-being of their congregations. I do not think it is a large leap that many churches then take partial responsibility for the emotional and cognitive well-being of the congregation as well, though we know there is a difference in the role of the pastor and a counselor.
In today’s world, where many individuals carry the invisible scars of trauma, churches must become places of healing and restoration. We see that Christ Himself is our high tower (Psalms 144:2), this fortress (Samuel 2 22:2), and a source of strength (2 Timothy 4:17-18) Adopting a trauma-informed approach is not just a trend; it’s a reflection of Christ’s compassionate ministry to the brokenhearted.
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