Podcast Appearances
Does depression disqualify you from ministry? How can you find Biblical hope even in depression? Terry joins Amber Ginter Johnson to answer these questions and more to encourage Christians suffering from depression.
In this honest conversation about depression, Terry shares his testimony, discusses misconceptions about depression, and points listeners towards the hope we have in the Lord.
Terry discusses his journey with depression and explains how the Church can better approach this topic to support and encourage.
Are you wondering how you can support a loved one in their battle with depression? In this episode, Terry shares advice on handling the effects of depression on other family members.
Terry concludes his discussion with Family Vision on encouraging family members when supporting a loved one with depression.
Terry offers encouragement from his book, Serve Strong, and addresses doubts many Christians experience in their walk.
Terry shares truths from his book, Serve Strong, to encourage those serving in missions.
Terry discusses his book, Serve Strong, and truths from the book to encourage and equip fathers and leaders.
Terry discusses his book, Serve Strong, and reminds God’s servants of the promises God provided in His Word that daily sustain us.
Terry shares truths from his book, Serve Strong, and offers encouragement for leaders as they minister.
The Colorinchaos Podcast
Terry connects with a former student to share his battle with depression and encourages others to press on even in the midst of suffering.
QUICK VERDICT RENDERED IN SUPERIOR COURT CASE
Dr. Terry Powell, a professor at Columbia International University, stood trial yesterday for three charges. According to the District Attorney's office, the charges are "inexcusable" for a Christian professor who's been in vocational ministry for almost five...
DOES FAITH ALWAYS “WORK” FOR A CHRISTIAN?
I am not a Christian because my faith always "works" for me. Yes, it works in the spiritual realm, in terms of my standing with God and eternal destiny. I've been "saved by grace through faith," which is a gift of God (Eph. 2:8). But if by "working for me" one means...
HELP! I NEED A WIFE!! A Story of God’s Provision
I'm taking my son Stephen's advice today: "Lighten up, dad!" A lot of my posts describe the painful symptoms of depression, then explain how God's resources sustain and enable me. But today, I'm sharing an upbeat story of God's provision, a resource that has...
RAINY DAY REFLECTIONS
The depression in my spirit mimicked the weather that autumn afternoon: dark, low-lying clouds; wind-whipped brown leaves flying several feet off the ground, and uninterrupted falling rain. A heavy sadness spawned a flow of tears almost as constant as the rain. The...
HOPE PREVAILS
By Dr. Michelle Bengtson A Review of a Book Teeming with Helpful Insights from a Doctor’s Personal Journey through Depression Note: You will receive a special treat in this review. I close my very positive review with a section I label, "A Question That...
PRAISING GOD–NO MATTER WHAT
One thing I appreciate about God's Word is its realism. Neither narratives nor instructional passages sugarcoat human sin or suffering. How special to me are those texts that include both lament to and praise of God by someone hurting, even when there seems to be...
DEPRESSION IN THE SUNSET YEARS
Please...if you're a young or middle-aged adult, don't think this post is irrelevant to you. In what seems like the blink of an eye, Lord willing, you'll eventually be classified an "older adult." And you probably know an older loved one who is vulnerable to...
2 MORE PSALMS THAT HELP WITH DEPRESSION AND DISCOURAGEMENT
The Psalms are a lens through which I see a clearer picture of God: His power, sovereignty, compassion, and faithfulness to His people. The Psalms are also a mirror in which I see myself in the lives and words of the writers: my doubts, fears, weaknesses, sins, and...
3 CONVERSATIONS WITH MYSELF
Talking to Myself--and Talking Back to Myself!--When Depressed What follows are snatches of verbal give-and-take I have had with myself in recent years, depicting the inner reality when despondency skews my thoughts and perspectives on life and daily...
