Source: The Health Connection Newsletter | 4th Quarter 2024
As we embark on a new season of ministry and witness, it is with great joy and renewed purpose that we re-envision Health Ministries within the global Church. Rooted in the biblical concept of Shalom, we stand at the threshold of hope and healing, Health Ministries emerges with a transformative vision rooted in the profound biblical concept of Shalom – a wholistic understanding of wellness that transcends mere physical health and embraces complete wholeness, peace, and restoration.
Shalom is more than an absence of physical disease; it is the abundant life Christ promises – a comprehensive well-being that integrates physical, mental (cognitive), emotional, and spiritual dimensions. It embraces environ- mental wellness as well. Our mission is not about perpetuating a restrictive or punitive approach to health as some have been prone to do, but about reintroducing people to a loving Savior who desires abundant life for every individual.
In this season of reflection and renewal, we extend a heartfelt Christmas greeting and New Year blessing. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus – the ultimate embodiment of healing and hope – let us recommit ourselves to a ministry that reflects His compassionate character. We stand together as humble servants, teachers, and learners, positioned at the foot of the cross, understanding that true wellness flows from our relationship with Christ.
Our commitment is to walk alongside other ministries, creating a wholistic approach to mission that demonstrates God’s comprehen- sive care for humanity. We aim to reduce unnecessary suffering by empowering individu- als with knowledge, compassion, and divine health principles that honor God in body, mind, and spirit.
Health Ministries will be a bridge – connecting people to Jesus through practical, loving care that addresses their deepest needs. We are not merely providing health information but introducing people to a loving Savior who offers something better: a restoration that brings joy, purpose, and ultimate healing in harmony with Him.
As we anticipate Christ’s return, we invite every member of our global church family to join us in this transformative journey. May God’s Shalom – a complete, profound, life-giving message of health – guide our steps and illuminate our path.
Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year! May God’s perfect peace reign in your heart, home, and community.
