The Tender Touch of God: Turning Your Hurts Into Hope

by Mike MacIntosh

Publisher:

Oasis Productions

, 2002

Overview

Sometimes we can't stop the hurt that comes our way. The pain we encounter can tear us apart - or build lasting character and make us more productive. By facing the emotions and aftermath of life's ups and downs, we can open ourselves to the boundless power of God's healing touch. In his own unique way, Mike MacIntosh skillfully guides us on a journey through the lives of real people to discover how we can not only cope with the pains of life, but triumph in them. About the Author For over thirty years Mike has been the Pastor of Horizon Christian Fellowship in San Diego, California. More than one hundred churches and para-church organizations have grown out of this congregation world-wide. Currently, there are over 1,000 students enrolled in Horizon's Preschool through College educational system.Dr. MacIntosh is the Founder and President of Horizon International Ministries, dedicated to working throughout the world through social service projects, relief work, publications, radio, television, and sports. Mike and his team have served in critical need areas throughout the world including Poland, Romania, Uganda, Central America, The People's Republic of China, Mexico, Cuba, the Philippines and other Asian countries.Mike serves as Chaplain for the San Diego Police Department, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department, the Newport Beach Police Department, and the California Office of Emergency Services. He is also the founding chaplain for the Family Justice Center which serves in the area of domestic violence for the city of San Diego. Dr. MacIntosh is a member of the spiritual care arm of the American Red Cross Critical Response Team. In this role, Dr. MacIntosh was one of eight coordinating chaplains at the New York World Trade Center disaster. Mike additionally works with the American Red Cross as a Chaplain, offering help for victims and first responders of violent crimes and natural disasters.Dr. MacIntosh is a Certified Trauma Services Specialist with the Association of Traumatic Stress Specialists (ATSS), and a nationally-certified trainer for the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF), facilitating trainings for police and fire departments, first responders, and the military.He holds Master of Arts in Religion, Master of Divinity, Master of Ministry, and Doctor of Divinity degrees from Azusa Pacific Graduate School of Theology. He also received his Doctor of Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminary. Mike is an adjunct professor in the graduate program at Azusa Pacific University. Mike has authored numerous books, including, When Your World Falls Apart and The Tender Touch of God.

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Product Details

• Title: The Tender Touch of God: Turning Your Hurts Into Hope
• Author: Mike MacIntosh
• Publisher: Oasis Productions
• Print Publication Date: 2002
• Logos Release Date: 2020
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• Subject: Christian living
• ISBNs: 9781565074088, 1565074084
• Resource ID: LLS:WS_59B1F6D79C184C388F1C409ECF9A7C7C
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-30T04:10:20Z

About Mike MacIntosh

Mike MacIntosh (born 1944) is the senior pastor of Horizon Christian Fellowship in San Diego, California, and is a Protestant leader in the United States. MacIntosh left the hippie scene of the 1960s and got involved with Calvary Chapel. He then went on to pastor Horizon Christian Fellowship, a Calvary Chapel affiliate, beginning in 1974. He is also the organizer of Festival of Life, an international evangelical outreach program.