A Crucial Journey: From Self to God-Centricity

07/11/23 • 35 min

Get ready to challenge your perspective as we tackle the often polarizing conversation of self-centric versus God-centric views in addressing the mental health crisis. This isn't your usual discourse, as we draw inspiration from Jesus' unique approach to dichotomous questions and explore the oft-ignored repercussions of our culture's push towards self-definition. A shift to a God-centric worldview may be the solution we need.
Join us as we delve into the nexus of mental health and spirituality, demarcating the lines between psychology and theology. Discover how adopting a God-centric viewpoint could prove more beneficial to mental health than its human-centric counterpart. Let's traverse the transformative power of prayer and the insights we can glean from studying the Trinity. Prepare to redefine familiar concepts like self-esteem and acceptance within the context of Christian discipleship. Let's set out on this exploration together, shall we?
Show Notes:

Jackie Hill Perry - Holier Than Thou
- https://www.amazon.com/Holier-Than-Thou-Holiness-Helps/dp/1535975717/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1678114257&sr=8-1
David’s Article - https://www.negev.institute/bundles/community-library

Jackie Hill Perry - Holier Than Thou
- https://www.amazon.com/Holier-Than-Thou-Holiness-Helps/dp/1535975717/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1678114257&sr=8-1
David’s Article - https://www.negev.institute/bundles/community-library

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Church Psychology: Bridging the Gap between Faith and Mental Health

Ever grappled with the clash between faith and mental health? You're not alone. We're Matt and David, joining forces on the debut episode of the Church Psychology Podcast to tackle this often unspoken issue head-on. With our shared years of service at Haven Counseling Center and our respective backgrounds as a therapist/pastor and psychologist/teacher, we lift the veil on the desperate need for mental health resources within the Christian community. Plunging into the heart of the matter, we explore the tension between orthodoxy, orthopraxy, and orthopathy, offering our unique insights on how to align with our true selves in Christ.
Strap in as we unpack the discord between secular psychology and biblically based church communities. You'll hear us shed light on the stark difference between superficial faith and deeply-held beliefs, sharing practical tools to nourish believers as they navigate life in their communities. We also touch on how creating spaces for grace, compassion, and vulnerability within the church can help dismantle the stigma around mental health. This episode is an invitation to join us on a journey to destigmatize mental health within faith-based environments, cultivate resilience and support each other in living out our calling.

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Exploring the Intersection of Victimhood, Agency, and Control

How does the tension between victimization and agency play out in our churches and faith communities? Join us, Matt Scheuneman and Dr David Hall, as we unravel this timely and relevant discussion. We dig into the prevalent narratives of trauma, abuse, and bullying, and challenge the mindset of victimization, offering instead a fresh perspective on the concept of agency and its impact on our mental health and faith.
Venturing further, we probe the implications of control and how it can seed feelings of depression, anxiety, and fear. Let's journey together through scriptural teachings to understand how God interacts with our choices and their consequences. We'll explore how our agency can be a force for positive change and discuss the transformative power of abiding in Christ amidst circumstantial pain. This is more than just a conversation about victimhood and agency, it's about finding hope and navigating life’s challenges through faith. So, are you ready to see your faith in a new light?
Show Notes:

SBC Article on abuse
- https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/faqs-sexual-abuse-southern-baptist/
Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Podcast link
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rise-and-fall-of-mars-hill/id1569401963
Man’s Search for Meaning - Frankl
- https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl-ebook/dp/B009U9S6FI
Francis Shaffer book
- https://www.amazon.com/He-There-Not-Silent/dp/084231413X
Fully Alive - Crabb
- https://www.amazon.com/Fully-Alive-Biblical-Vision-Stereotypes/dp/0801015332/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1678114478&sr=1-1
Phil 2:5
- https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Philippians%202%3A5-11&version=ESV
Bill O’Hanlen training - Resolving Trauma Without the Drama
- https://psychmaven.teachable.com/p/trauma-without-drama

Church Psychology - A Crucial Journey: From Self to God-Centricity

Transcript

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Welcome to Church Psychology , a podcast of the Nagev Institute . We are mental health professionals looking at the intersections of social and behavioral science in the Christian life . Please connect with our free resources in our open community library at churchpsychologyorg .

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