PASTOR PAUL DAUGHERTY OFFERS PRACTICAL, COMPASSIONATE GUIDE FOR MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS IN NEW BOOK
“Never before has there been such a need for quality information for those struggling with their mental health. Anxiety and being overwhelmed are at an all-time high. Paul Daugherty speaks into this area with a fresh perspective and solutions in ‘Mind Games’ that are desperately needed for the days we are in.” ― Jentezen Franklin, New York Times Best-Selling Author and Senior Pastor of Free Chapel
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 8, 2023) – According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting over 40 million adults. Depression and emotional trauma are also on the rise, and sadly, the church has been known to gloss over these mental health issues despite the increasing distress of our world today.
In his new book, Mind Games: Winning the Battle for Your Mental and Emotional Health (FaithWords, January 9, 2024), the pastor of a 14,000+ member church, Paul Daugherty challenges churches to break their silence as anxiety, depression, and emotional trauma continue to affect even the most devoted believers. Drawing from his personal struggles and experiences, Daugherty offers practical tools to help readers find lasting victory in the war against their minds.
Whether readers are personally struggling or seeking to support a loved one, Mind Games is a compassionate guide towards hope, healing, and restoration. It’s difficult to simply pray trauma away, and Daugherty provides helpful strategies and a Scriptural framework for understanding powerful truths behind every mental battle. This book is an incredible resource for believers and non-believers alike pursuing emotional well-being and longing to live a life rooted in freedom.
Paul Daugherty is available for interviews and can speak to:
- 3 proven strategies for winning the war in your mind
- The Mental Health Crisis: Why does the church overlook?
- Habits to fight depression, anxiety, and emotional trauma
- The way to find lasting victory in every mental battle
- How to break the stigma around mental illness in the church
“The good news is that it’s possible for those of us who are stuck to get unstuck. It’s possible for those of us who are trapped to be set free,” writes Daugherty. “I know that from experience, and I’m eager to share my journey from defeat to victory.”
Paul Daugherty and his wife Ashley serve as the Lead Pastors of Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Victory Church has a Bible College, international Bible colleges, a Christian school for grades K3-12th, a Dream Center that ministers to those in need throughout Tulsa, and a year-round adventure camp for kids & teens. Paul and Ashley are also quite busy at home with their five beautiful kids: Liam, Benaiah, Mac, Elliana, and Gianna. They travel worldwide, speaking at churches, conferences, and crusades. Paul’s desire is that people feel encouraged and empowered to live the life of Victory that God has for them! His preaching style is refreshingly transparent, full of hope, passion, and practical truth to help people live in Victory.
In addition to Mind Games, Paul is the author of multiple mini-books such as The Fourth Quarter, Relationship Refresh, 60 Promises, Born for More, and Stepping into Revival. He has written worship songs featured on several albums and released two personal albums, which have appeared on several TV shows worldwide. Paul also pioneered a weekly TV program & leadership podcast, which airs globally. His podcast, “Learning to Lead”, is streamed by thousands of young leaders and is frequently updated on the Podcast App. Paul graduated from Oral Roberts University with a bachelor’s degree in Theology and is currently working on his master’s degree at Oral Roberts University. His latest book Mind Games: Winning the Battle for Your Mental and Emotional Health will be available nationwide on January 9, 2024. To learn more, visit www.pauldaugherty.org.
