LEADERSHIP BIBLIOGRAPHY—EMOTIONS
April 1, 1987
David Seamands, professor of pastoral ministry at Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky, was for sixteen years a missionary in India, and for more than twenty years a pastor. His own books include Healing for Damaged Emotions and Healing of Memories. He recommends these favorite titles on emotions:
Your Inner Child of the Past (Simon and Schuster)
by H. S. Missildine
I'll begin with the bottom line-self-awareness, discovering what makes us feel and act the way we do. Although not directly Christian, this classic for two decades has helped Christians become aware of the "childish things" that hold them back from Christian maturity. It reviews the family situations that shape our emotional reactions. Chapters are devoted to the causes of common emotional problems plaguing Christian workers: overanxiety, guilt, irrational anger, unreasonable expectations, and procrastination, that most troublesome one.
Mere insight of itself will neither bring about healing nor change feelings or behavior. Only the Holy Spirit can do that. But the accurate self-knowledge this book brings certainly helps us know what to watch and where to pray.
The Art of Understanding Yourself (Zondervan)
by Cecil Osborne
Another classic, this book examines some of the same emotional needs through Christian eyes. Its focus is on relationships, with an emphasis on the redemptive fellowship of the church and the healing power of small groups. Many of us Lone Ranger types need to be reminded that we will never find true emotional healing until we share and pray with others.
Counseling Christian Workers (Word)
by Louis McBurney
This book is a gold mine for Christian workers as well as those who counsel them. Dr. and Mrs. McBurney run the Marble Retreat Center ...
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