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Speaking Events
John Thurman is a practical, upbeat speaker dedicated to empowering individuals to become more resilient in their personal lives, relationships, and faith journeys. Whether addressing a MOPS group, a men’s breakfast, preaching at a local church, or leading seminars on anxiety, depression, or relationships, John can inspire, encourage, and provide real tools for navigating life’s challenges.
Classes & Courses
5 Ways to Own Your Day: Secrets to Time-Saving Success
Are workplace distractions slowing your business down? This engaging, one-hour workshop is designed specifically for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and agencies eager to boost leadership effectiveness and maximize productivity.
Managing Difficult Situations: A Class for Supervisors
Are you a small business leader looking to strengthen your skills in handling challenging employee behaviors? This workshop will equip you with practical strategies to address the five common types of problem employees.
Building Resiliency in Ministry: Research-Based Strategies to Combat Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
Discover how to sustain your passion and effectiveness in ministry. This empowering course is designed specifically for ministry leaders seeking practical, biblically grounded tools to maintain their resilience.
Compassion in Chaos: Delivering Spiritual and Psychological Support in Times of Crisis
This inspiring course is tailored for pastors, ministry leaders, and church members eager to deepen their ability to serve others in times of crisis—whether after natural disasters, traumatic events, or acts of terror. Through this training, you’ll learn practical tools to support both your own resilience and the emotional well-being of those you serve, all rooted in the compassionate love of Christ.
Getting a Grip on Depression
Drawing from his book, “Getting a Grip on Depression,” John will guide you in identifying four key areas where depressive symptoms often arise and offer biblically based strategies for managing them. Discover the three common risk factors for depression, learn about the “Top 10 Types of Stinking Thinking,” and explore a biblical pathway to help mitigate or overcome depression.
Getting a Grip on Stress and Anxiety: Understanding and Overcoming Anxiety for Bible-Believing Christians
Combining biblical principles, resiliency research, and insights from Positive Psychology, this class empowers you to manage your thought life, reduce stress, and experience renewed calm. Equip yourself with practical strategies to lower anxiety and embrace God’s peace in your daily life.
Testimonials
“John’s presentation was relevant, informative, and engaging. My team feels more prepared to deal with challenging employees.”
-Bernice W., Supervisor
“Wow, this training was different! John’s upbeat, practical, well-researched style was both informative and refreshing.”
-Byron M.
“John’s training was upbeat, helpful, and easy to apply. I identified three things I can begin doing today to enhance my productivity.”
-Yolanda H.
“Our HR team was encouraged by John’s well researched approach to not only understand themselves but how they might more effectively deal with difficult employees.”
-Carol Anne P.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, 28 February & SUnday 1 March
Preaching FBC Rio Rancho, Saturday, Feb 28th @ 5:00 PM and Sunday, 9:00 AM and 10:30 AMTopic: Transform Your Mind Romans 12:2
Reach Out to John
Be inspired, encouraged, and provided real tools for navigating life’s challenges.
