“It is our dream that people taste and see how good the Lord is.”
In 2014, our mentor, Jim Wilder, asked us to write a book about the Immanuel Journaling process. We were putting the elements in the IJ process into practice for a few years at church and locally with a small circle of friends. Jim experimented with it in his teachings across the globe and we took the process and put it into book form. The book was released in 2015 and we've taught the process across the US and the world.
The four authors have taught it locally in their churches and together have shared it all over the world and the US. Most recently John and Sungshim were invited to teach a group of wonderful people in The Netherlands and Switzerland (YWAM Chatel) in the summer of 2019.
We are dedicated to spreading hope by empowering people with relationship skills that integrate scripture and brain science.
It is our desire to see people connect to God so they can live freely and love fully.
In 2020, we launched a podcast, brought additional resources to help people start a group from scratch and collected stories in order to encourage and inspire the body of Christ to experience a loving bond with God.
It is our dream that people taste and see how good the Lord is. God's loving presence can bring healing, hope and strength to your daily life. Join us for the adventure of attaching to God together.
Who We Are
John Loppnow
John has been working as a Psychotherapist and Life Coach for over 20 years with the belief that every single person can learn, grow and heal towards a more successful and fruitful life in all areas of their life.
John lives with the passion to help people learn practical skills to strengthen their relationships, whether it be marriage, dating, parenting, friendships or within the workplace.
Sungshim Loppnow
Sungshim began pastoral counseling in Korea in 1996, then came to the States to study MFT (Marriage and Family Therapy). Since then, she has continued her work as a psychotherapist to study system’s theory, attachment, trauma resolution and brain-based relationship skills.
While she is able to accurately assess the presenting problems, Sungshim is also passionate and skilled in helping people grow their capacity for transformation, in order for them to become an agent of blessing.
Testimonials
Shauna
Niequist
Author, Speaker, Mom, Friend
“I was thrilled to see that John and Sungshim Loppnow have contributed to this beautiful book. In the context of many years of friendship, I’ve watched them walk this path with intention, honesty, and courage. I’m thankful for the ways they’ve created invitations for many of us to walk this path, too.”
Jan
Johnson
Author, Speaker, Spiritual Director
Instead of simply describing life with God, Immanuel Journaling from Joyful Journey leads you step by step in processes that energize that journey. Please read it and take it with you when you leave home!
Bill & Kristi
Gaultiere
Speakers, Spiritual Directors, Therapists
Do you know about “Thought Rhyming” with God? It’s the way the Bible, especially the Psalms are written. It’s a blessing to pray this way! Joyful Journey is a great book!