About the Author

Rev. Dr. Rob Reimer is Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology at Alliance Theological Seminary in Nyack, New York. Classes he has taught include: Soul Care; Personal, Professional and Theological Foundations for Ministry; Evangelism; Mentoring; Pastoral Methods; Proclamation & Communication; Spiritual Leadership; Power Encounter; and Intimacy & Authority. Although he came to the seminary full-time in Fall 2017, he has been teaching there in the doctoral and master’s programs for 15 years while serving as Founding and Lead Pastor of South Shore Community Church, in Brockton, Massachusetts. Under Rob’s leadership, what began as a small group of eight believers mobilized on a mission to start a new church, resulting in hundreds of people coming to faith in Christ. Many of the examples and stories from his books come from the lessons learned as he walked with God and processed pain in marriage & ministry, finding freedom and fullness in Christ. Rob's books, Soul Care, Deep Faith, River Dwellers, and Pathways to the King have sold worldwide, and are currently being translated into other languages. A gifted preacher and communicator, Rob preached weekly at South Shore Community Church and is a sought-after speaker. He regularly speaks at conferences, leadership retreats, mission fields, churches, and seminaries in the United States and abroad. His sermons are posted online. Rob was Ordained as a Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ by the Christian and Missionary Alliance in 1993. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English from King’s College, a Master’s of Divinity from Alliance Theological Seminary, and a Doctorate in Preaching from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Rob and his wife, Jen, live in the Nyack, New York, area with their four children, Danielle, Courtney, Darcy, and Craig.

Reviews

"Soul Care is a guide for those who have an inkling that there is a longing in their soul to hold and radiate more of Christ. Soul Care is not a programme to be followed. It is the dawning recognition of life and freedom that Christ truly gives to those who seek to dwell with him. This is essential because we cannot Gospel what we do not live." — Tania Watson, Executive Minister, Churches of Christ in WA Inc.

"In my younger years I was a bit of a pest. I would often frustrate people with my silly behaviour and so on more than one occasion was challenged with the words, “It is time you grow up!” Author Rob Reimer, in his book, Soul Care , not only boldly dares us to "Grow up” but actually articulates a pathway to help us do just that. In his refreshingly open and honest style, the author takes us on a journey into the delicate spaces of our soul. He asks the questions that we must wrestle with if we are going to find our way to maturity and wholeness. He states: “Growing up is a hard business and it is a heart business.” However, failure to step into that challenge permits us to grow older in years but stay infants emotionally. The author warns, “Our immaturity always impairs our productivity. Our sinfulness detracts from our fruitfulness.” This is a daring book in that it pushes open doors that many of us would prefer to leave closed. The call to walk in the light through engaging in a “life confession” with some trusted friends is a powerful invitation into freedom from toxic shame. This book is also a healing book. It delicately addresses the wounds of the soul and provides wisdom on how to clean up and remove the debris from our past and embrace fresh courage to face the complexities of the present. Don’t miss this call to "Grow up!" It is compelling, liberating and worth the journey." — Rev. David Hearn, President, Christian & Missionary Alliance of Canada

"Significant insights on the human condition and the power of the Spirit to restore the soul, Dr. Rob Reimer writes as both a pastor and a practical theologian. His approach has worked from the first stages of faith in the local church to the doctoral program. I highly recommend Dr. Reimer’s book to all who want to see transformation in the care of their own soul." — Dr. Martin Sanders, President, Global Leadership Inc., Director, Doctoral Program at ATS

"Soul Care addresses the deepest issues of the human experience as an invitation to surrender to God’s transforming work of healing and freedom. In a helpful, holistic way, Rob speaks truth in kindness and grace as a good friend or a close mentor. He has a keen ability to cut to the heart of the issue, to the motivator that drives us. I was challenged, encouraged, and pressed to deal with the realities that aren’t always “fun” to talk about or work through. But, more importantly, I was always reminded to look to Jesus, the patient healer for even more hope and power. This book is anointed, plain and simple. I truly believe it will have a wide impact across many geographical and cultural boundaries and will be used to see many people released from past, present, and future issues as they work through a guided process of life change." — Dr. Tim Meier, International Director, Envision

"I have heard my dear friend Rob Reimer teach the truth contained in this book hundreds of times. However, as I read each chapter I realized why it never gets old: This is the power of Jesus to set the captives free. This is why we do what we do. I have been privileged to teach alongside Rob at Alliance Theological Seminary and many conferences throughout the years. We have watched Jesus set people free. My prayer is that you too will experience that freedom as you read this book and that you too will join us in helping Jesus set the captives free." — Dr. Ron Walborn, Dean, Alliance Theological Seminary