Author Archives: Scott Shaum

Resource: Personal 2015 Reading List

Posted on January 9, 2016 by Scott Shaum

2015 Reads List Here is a link to my annual reads list. Every year I send out a review of the books I read over the previous year and share it as a resource. I would love to hear of any excellent books you … Continue reading →

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Shepherds Mustn’t Over Protect Sheep

Posted on January 6, 2016 by Scott Shaum

Some time ago I found myself debriefing a couple who were working in a southern African country. He is a doctor and servicing a small hospital in a remote area. After they had shared some of their experiences with me I … Continue reading →

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Rest Revisited: What Does it Look Like?

Posted on December 18, 2015 by Scott Shaum

“Ya, Jesus is our rest, that’s all good. But what do I do?” This might be a common response to a post like a previous one on rest. If you have not read that post, please do so. As I stated … Continue reading →

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Shepherd’s Shout Out: Velvetashes.com

Posted on December 12, 2015 by Scott Shaum

A FANTASTIC RESOURCE FOR WOMAN WORKING CROSS-CULTURALLY Velvetashes.com is a creative, attractive site packed with resources, encouragement, and ways to connect with others. Head on over and check it out. Well done Velvet Ashes Ladies!

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What is the Rest that Jesus Offers?

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Scott Shaum

Familiar Passage, But Clearly Understood? A few weeks ago I spoke at the annual Mental Health and Missions Conference. I was asked to speak on the integrated life of the care giver. In my preparation I learned that the English word for … Continue reading →

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Traveler’s Bag-o-Tricks

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Scott Shaum

This time, a little more light-hearted. I like to travel light, as light as possible. It is rare, no matter the length of trip, that I check a bag on. The airlines can’t lose my luggage if I don’t hand it … Continue reading →

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An Annual Season of Renewal

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Scott Shaum

Calm After the Storm As I write this I have just concluded a very full fall season of travel, speaking at conferences, organizational leader team meetings, debriefings – you know the drill. Note I did not say I was busy. … Continue reading →

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To Be a Master Caregiver, Be a Practiced Receiver

Posted on November 16, 2015 by Scott Shaum

  “A person cannot receive even one thing unless it is given him from heaven.” John the Baptist in John 3:27 “Whoever abides in me, and I in him, he it is that will bear much fruit. For without me you can do … Continue reading →

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