Soul Reset

Breakdown, Breakthrough, and the Journey to Wholeness

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Everything was going fine … until it wasn't. For Reverend Junius B. Dotson it took an actual breakdown during a funeral for him to realize he needed a reset. As he recalls his own journey through grief, depression, burnout, and emotional breakdown, Dotson is passionate about calling for a Soul Reset. He is calling out to all of us: pastors, church leaders, and all disciples of Jesus Christ.

This eCourse edition of Soul Reset is a 6-week study. It is for everyone who moves at breakneck speed through their daily lives, often relying only on their own strength to bring God's kingdom on earth. Jesus shows us a different way, a more natural, unforced rhythm of what kingdom work looks like. It's a balance of work, rest, play, worship, exercise, and eating well—spiritual practices that keep our souls hydrated and healthy. At our best, we do our best in the work of the church in the world.

Soul Reset: Breakdown, Breakthrough, and the Journey to Wholeness is available in a variety of formats:

  • This eCourse edition (The eCourse edition includes all essential content from the primary book, video content, and a place for online conversation. CEU's are available upon request [.6 CEUs for course completion].)
  • Print and digital book editions
  • The accompanying DVD or downloadable video segments
  • Age-level discussion guides for children, youth, and adults
  • Sermon starters

Soul Reset is a call for the church and all of Jesus' disciples to reset and reorder their lives around spiritual practices. We will learn to walk through our difficult seasons with our souls connected to the source of Living Water so that we don't burn out or break down. And if we do burn out or break down, we learn to lift one another up and point one another back to Jesus.

Private eCourse classrooms with group rates are available upon request. If you are interested, email us at [email protected].


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Introduction to Soul Reset


Your Instructor


Rev. Junius Dotson
Rev. Junius Dotson
A nationally recognized leader, speaker, and author on evangelism and church revitalization, the Rev. Junius B. Dotson is the general secretary (CEO) of Discipleship Ministries, an international agency of the United Methodist Church. Prior to his present position, Rev. Dotson was senior pastor of Saint Mark United Methodist Church in Wichita, Kansas, where he was instrumental in transforming the 3,500-member church into a multicampus congregation.

Course Content


  Pre-Enrollment
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  Welcome and Introduction
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  Week One: How is it With Your Soul?
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  Week One: Reflection Questions
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  Week Two: When Depression Hit
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  Week Two: Reflection Questions
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  Week Three: It's Not All On Me
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  Week Three: Discussion Questions
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  Week Four: Eat Something
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  Week Four: Discussion Questions
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  Week Five: Life in Crisis
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  Week Five Discussion Questions
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  Week Six: Living in the Light
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  Week Six: Discussion Questions
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  Epilogue
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the eCourse start and finish?
The eCourse starts when you are ready to begin and will remain open indefinitely. It’s self-paced, so you can decide when to start and when to finish.
How long do I have access to the eCourse?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this eCourse for as long as you like—across any and all devices you own. We’ll give you plenty of notice should we need to close the eCourse.
What if I am unhappy with the eCourse?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us within the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
Who sponsors these eCourses?
This eCourse is brought to you by The Upper Room.

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