Gravity Commons Podcast Marc Alan Schelske: Journaling for Spiritual Growth, Part 2
Aug 26, 2025
Marc Alan Schelske, a pastor and author of 'Journaling for Spiritual Growth', shares profound insights on journaling as a tool for spiritual development. He explores the transformative power of reflection, emphasizing how it aids in recognizing one's true identity and divine value. Marc candidly discusses his personal journey through struggles and the way journaling has helped navigate burnout and emotional challenges. He highlights the importance of silence and discomfort in spiritual growth, making a compelling case for cultivating a meaningful inner life.
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Burnout Led To Therapy And Repair
- Marc recounts near-collapse from burnout: effective on willful days then incapacitated for days, hurting family and ministry.
- He entered long therapy, accountability, and rebuilt trust in marriage over many years.
Baseline Anxiety Has Increased
- Marc observes a higher baseline anxiety in congregations reacting to cultural and political turbulence.
- Many parishioners now ask prayer for mental steadiness in response to world events rather than only personal concerns.
Difficult Conversations Filtered The Church
- Marc describes an 18-month process where Bridge City discussed posturing toward LGBTQ siblings, which led some people to leave.
- Those conversations filtered the community toward a value of authenticity and willingness to hold unresolved questions.
