Emotional Health is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage our emotions in a way that honors God and supports healthy relationships. It’s not about avoiding difficult feelings but learning how to process them with wisdom, honesty, and faith. The Bible shows us that emotions are God-given—Jesus Himself experienced joy, sorrow, anger, and compassion. Scripture teaches that we are made in the image of a triune God (Genesis 1:27), with a body, spirit, and soul—including our emotions (1 Thessalonians 5:23). Just like David poured out his heart in the Psalms, and Elijah needed rest and nourishment during his emotional low (1 Kings 19), we too are invited to bring our emotions to God and let Him meet us there.

“If you can name it, you can tame it. If you can reveal it, He can heal it.”

Emotional health matters because it shapes how we lead, serve, and connect with others—especially in ministry. Unprocessed emotions can impact our decisions, relationships, and even our faith. But when we grow in emotional awareness, regulation, and resilience, we reflect the compassion and wisdom of Christ more clearly. Here are a few common myths vs. truths about emotions:

• Myth: Emotions are sinful.
  Truth: Emotions are God-given; how we respond to them is what matters.

• Myth: If I feel it, it must be true.
  Truth: Emotions are real, but not always reliable.

• Myth: Strong Christians don’t struggle emotionally.
  Truth: Many heroes of the faith did. Struggling doesn’t make you weak—it makes you human.

Leading with a healthy heart means slowing down, listening well, responding wisely, and creating space for others to feel seen and valued. For a deeper dive and practical tools, check out this Emotional Health Resource Folder that includes an Emotional Wheel, reflection questions, scriptures, and more to guide your journey.