Is the Pursuit of Human Flourishing Scriptural?
Dr. Jonathan Pennington explores the Biblical roots of human flourishing, showing its intertwined nature with God’s redemptive plan through Jesus Christ.
Entries by Bethany Herron
Balancing Word and Deed: A Review of Keller’s Serving a Movement
“Rediscover Missio Dei in Tim Keller’s ‘Serving a Movement.’ This must-read integrates theological depth and practical wisdom, emphasizing the balance between evangelism and social action. Read for a holistic, biblically grounded approach to Christian ministry.”
True Charity Applied: How a Deeper Understanding Could Have Changed My Story
Bethany Herron shares her own story and three things that can change the narrative of not only those you serve but of their entire families.
The Jonathan Effect: Helping Kids and Schools Win the Battle Against Poverty
The Jonathan Effect by Mike Tenbusch addresses the challenges faced by urban youth living in poverty. The author, drawing from personal experiences, aims to empower the Church with practical steps and real-life stories to make a tangible difference through meaningful relationships, offering hope and support to those in need.
Engaging Those With Mental Illness and Trauma From Within the Faith Community
Mental illness is on the rise, and the Church has a responsibility to bring healing to those who are hurting in this area. TCI’s Bethany Herron provides practical steps to confidently engage with those struggling with mental illness.
Holistic Healing in Mental Illness: An Overview of Grace for the Afflicted
“There is hope! This is not an empty statement that I say to make people feel better but a fact based on the miracles I see every day; lives are being transformed and families are being restored.” – Stanford on holistic recovery
The Child Care System Is Broken. Community-Led Solutions Can Fix It.
In a recent conversation, Jennifer Johnson, a former lawyer turned child care cooperative director, told me, “Many of the women (she) represented were good mothers. They loved and desired to parent their children. However, they just couldn’t figure out how to work and pay for child care.” Jennifer’s story represents similar conversations that I have had with pregnancy care center directors, child care centers and nonprofit leaders.
