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.
3 LESSONS LEARNED FROM ROBERTSON MCQUILKIN
Robertson—missionary statesman, college president, renown author—is now in the presence of the Lord, whom he loved supremely and served sacrificially. If you could look up the words “finished well” in a Pictorial Dictionary, you’d see Robertson’s face.In the 35 years...
ENHANCING YOUR CHURCH’S PRAYER MINISTRY
“What’s the secret to your success?” A visitor to his church posed that question to Charles Spurgeon. Reportedly, Spurgeon took the man to a room where numerous persons were on their knees, interceding for that day’s worship service. “That’s the secret,” admitted...
3 THINGS THE BIBLE DOESN’T TEACH
The late pastor Ron Dunn quipped, “Many people believe the Bible because they do not know what it says.” He referred to misconceptions some folks have about what it does and does not teach. What they think the Bible teaches, it doesn’t, or if they knew what it really...
8 TIPS FOR GIVING CRITICISM
When you need to confront, especially as one Christian to another, or as a leader to someone you supervise, here are tips I’ve learned from 40-plus years in vocational ministry. 1. Know the conditions for giving criticism. When is it necessary? *Is the person’s...
9 TIPS FOR RESPONDING TO A CRITIC
The only surefire way to avoid criticism is to do nothing. In a span of 45 years of ministry, here are response suggestions that I’ve learned the hard way. 1. Not every critic or criticism merits a response. If I defend myself from every salvo, the effort...
3 REASONS NOT TO LOSE HEART IN MINISTRY
Feeling incompetent for required tasksDoubts about fruitfulnessConflicts/oppositionWeariness from overworkPhysical infirmitiesPersonal burdens or family tensions Those are just some of the reasons we get discouraged and our motivation for ministry wanes.Here are three...
5 TEAM-BUILDING IDEAS FOR STAFF MEETINGS, BOARDS, OR SMALL GROUPS
If you lead a group of Christ-followers, you’re on a safari for ways to enhance the relational atmosphere, even when it’s a task-oriented venue. Occasionally I utilize a structured but creative activity that provides a social lubricant and increases bonding among...
As Long As Forever
My son and daughter-in-law were wed on the beach in South Carolina in 2004. I wrote this poem for them and read it during the ceremony. May their marriage and the marriage of your children last “as long as forever.” Terry 3/31/16How long should you love this beautiful...
QUESTIONS FOR DEVOTIONAL BIBLE STUDY
The following questions help shuttle God’s Word from my head to my heart. I often use them to keep my devotional study of a passage from becoming too sterile or academic. Undoubtedly there’s overlap to some of these questions, and not every Bible passage offers an...
