“This isn’t just another book—it’s a manual for navigating leadership and life in a way that’s raw, real, and practical.”
Mike Albon, Director of Campus Pastors, LCBC Church
From Dr. Jesse Gill, author of Face to Face: Seven Keys to a Secure Marriage
Green Zone
Attachment and Flourishing for Christian Leaders
Are you feeling weary and heavy laden in ministry?
Have you tried repeatedly to have the victory over besetting sins and habits, only to cycle back into them again?
You are not alone. Countless men and women in ministry are feeling worn out and isolated, despite being devoted to God and striving to fulfill their callings. We need to go to the roots of these struggles to succeed in exiting pathways of stress and climbing out of the pits of despair. To soothe our fears and hurts, we must encounter the smiling gaze of our Father and come home to the place of sheltered rest in the arms of Jesus—embracing the power of God’s attachment design to restore our souls.
Come to the Green Zone, a reinhabiting of the Eden Garden, and in this place of flourishing you will find rest for your mind, body, and spirit.
Dr. Jesse Gill is a Christian psychologist who is passionate about bringing the power of Scripture and God’s attachment design to leaders, counselors, and to Christian marriages. For nearly two decades he has been privileged to counsel, coach, and train leaders to embody these truths within their lives.
Written by Dr. Jesse Gill
Praise for Green Zone
“Green Zone uses the strongest force in spiritual life and the human brain to do the heavy lifting in ministry and recovery. Dr. Jesse Gill takes on betrayal, the seven deadly sins, grief and disillusionment with life and ministry—the issues that make many counselors and leaders give up. Every spiritual director needs Green Zone as a clean, clear, and uncomplicated guide to resolving issues that eat a minister’s lunch and lead to moral and ministry failure. Your results will be delight and shelter.”
Dr. Jim Wilder, author, Living from the Heart Jesus Gave You and Founder, Life Model Works
“Dr. Jesse Gill’s Green Zone: Attachment and Flourishing for Christian Leaders is an essential and transformative resource for anyone in ministry. As a long-time personal friend, I’ve witnessed his unwavering passion for equipping pastors and leaders to navigate the delicate balance of meaningful relationships, healthy boundaries, and professional integrity. Drawing from his extensive expertise as a psychologist, Dr. Gill masterfully weaves together compelling personal stories and practical tools into a deeply insightful and accessible resource. Each chapter, enriched with thought-provoking reflection questions, leads readers on a journey to explore the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit. In a vocation where relational demands often overshadow personal needs, this book gives voice to our deep longing for connection and offers a roadmap to rediscover it. More than a guide, Green Zone is a trusted companion for leaders who desire to build healthy attachments and thrive in their calling. Dr. Gill’s wisdom and compassion shine through on every page, offering hope, encouragement, and tools for flourishing in ministry and beyond. An indispensable addition to any leader’s library.”
David E. Woolverton, pastor and author, Prophet and Loss: Embracing Grief, Nurturing Resilience and Harnessing Authentic Leadership
“If you have been depleted in expressing God’s love—while letting others know they matter and that someone will be there for them—Dr. Gill’s teachings will warmly and insightfully guide you toward a renewed and heartfelt sense of being valued by God and by your friends. You will learn how to more readily access His and others’redemptive and restorative support. If you want to strengthen your resiliency in ministry, Dr. Gill’s book is a wonderful place to start!”
Dr. Craig M. Brower, Licensed Psychologist; Expert Clergy Care Consultant; Author, Clergy Burnout: Situational Correlates and Group Differences Among Pastors of a U.S. Holiness-Movement Denomination