Ambivalence – Mental Health/Bible 9
The Bible makes note of the human tendency to be “double minded.” Today we call it ambivalence. When we have strong feelings in several different directions at once, it tends to cause anxiety. The mind doesn’t like it. It’s not good for us spiritually, either. In this presentation, learn about how to identify and reduce ambivalence.
Shame – Mental Health/Bible 8
What is the difference between Shame and Guilt? Is it ever healthy to feel shame? Does what God says in scripture square with what psychology teaches about shame? In this presentation, consider how to develop a healthy sense of self.
Guilt – Mental Health and the Bible 7
Description: There is so much confusion about guilt. Besides the fact that it feels terrible, is it good for us or bad? Does it drag us down, or motivate us to change? What does the Bible say? What does modern psychology say? Consider this issue in Guilt - Mental Health and the Bible 7.
Phobias – Mental Health and the Bible 6
Are you, or someone you know, unreasonably afraid of flying, insects, needles, being touched, social situations, etc. If so, the, excessive, specific fear may be a phobia. God tells us 365 times in the Bible, “fear not.” Access this presentation to learn more about identifying and reducing phobias.
Anger – Mental Health and the Bible 5
What does the Bible say about anger? Is it forbidden? You may be surprised to learn that the Bible’s stand on anger fits well with the new brain research about anger. Once again, science is aligning with what God tells us in scripture.
Anxiety – Mental Health and the Bible 4
Jesus had a lot to say about anxiety. It’s not good for our faith to be anxious. Learn more about how to reduce anxiety and have more faith in this, our 4th episode in the series Mental Health and the Bible.
Depression – Mental Health and the Bible 3
Depression ican seriously affect a Christian’s efforts to live a godly life. What causes depression? And how can a person get past it?
Rivers of Living Water
Jesus said, “Out of your belly shall flow rivers of living water? What did he mean by that? And what does it have to do with you? Learn more in Rivers of Living Water.
The Real Star Wars
A long time ago, in a realm far away, there was a might battle waged against the forces of Good by the forces of Evil. The Bible provides an opaque view of this ancient event. Learn more about it in The Real Star Wars—the consequences that affect us all every day—and how the Good will soon prevail for all time.
The First 100 Days
Presidents, in the United States, are traditionally evaluated for their accomplishments after the first 100 days. The Bible tells us that Jesus Christ will return to the earth and make sweeping changes. What will it be like in His First 100 days?
How Christian Life Works
How we think about the forces at work in life it is supposed to change once we become Christians. This is because God begins to work with us in a different way than he did before we came to him. Learn more about these changes in How Christian Life Works.
Are You a Superstitious Christian?
Black cats, four leaf clovers, walking under a ladder, rabbits’ feet—all examples of common superstitious beliefs. Many people, after coming to Christ, turn away from these common superstitious beliefs. And then they become superstitious about their Christianity. Are you a superstitious Christian? Learn a more realistic life view in this presentation.
The Devil’s Best Kept Secret
The Bible tells us that the Devil is a deceiver (See Revelation 12:9). He hides the things of God from all of us. What do you suppose is his best kept secret, the thing he wants to hid from us the most? Learn more about it in The Devil's Best Kept Secret.
Getting Past Traumatic Grief – Mental Health and the Bible 2
Why can some people get past the loss of a loved one while others seem to get stuck? Sometimes the difference has to do with the nature of the loss. Was it sudden, unexpected or violent? If so, it may be what is called traumatic grief.
Healing Broken Hearts – Mental Health and the Bible 1
Jesus promised to Heal the broken hearted. That's also in a prophecy about what He will do when he returns. And it is about what he did at that time, in his physical life. What does it mean to be broken hearted? Do we have a part to play in the healing of our own heart and the hearts of others? How do we do that?
Coming to Mount Zion – A Pentecost Presentation
We hear the word Zion in the news and in the Bible. What does it mean? Where did it come from? Is it a relevant word for Christians today? The answers to these questions is startling. Learn more in Mount Zion.
New Series – Mental Health and The Bible
This presentation begins our revised series, Mental Health and the Bible. In this first installment, learn how the Bible and modern Psychology share similar foundational concepts about the human mind.
Religion or Relationship
Have you seen that tee shirt that has on it, "It's not about religion. It's about a relationship?" Is that right, or is it wrong? What would you say? Since, for Christians, religion and relationship are both something we try to do, it might be fun to sort this one out, have a biblically informed opinion, think clearly about it.
The Lord’s Prayer – 8 – Yours is the Kingdom
One of the most often recited parts of the Bible is the Lord's Prayer. But didn't Jesus tell us not to make prayer a rote exercise? Maybe Jesus had something else in mind. In this new series, The Lord's Prayer, we take an expanded look at what Jesus was teaching Christians about prayer.
The Lord’s Prayer – 7 – Deliver Us From Evil
One of the most often recited parts of the Bible is the Lord's Prayer. But didn't Jesus tell us not to make prayer a rote exercise? Maybe Jesus had something else in mind. In this new series, The Lord's Prayer, we take an expanded look at what Jesus was teaching Christians about prayer.
The Lord’s Prayer – 6 – Lead Us Not Into Temptation
One of the most often recited parts of the Bible is the Lord's Prayer. But didn't Jesus tell us not to make prayer a rote exercise? Maybe Jesus had something else in mind. In this new series, The Lord's Prayer, we take an expanded look at what Jesus was teaching Christians about prayer.
The Lord’s Prayer – 5 – Forgive Us Our Trespasses
One of the most often recited parts of the Bible is the Lord's Prayer. But didn't Jesus tell us not to make prayer a rote exercise? Maybe Jesus had something else in mind. In this new series, The Lord's Prayer, we take an expanded look at what Jesus was teaching Christians about prayer.
The Lord’s Prayer – 4 – Our Daily Bread
One of the most often recited parts of the Bible is the Lord's Prayer. But didn't Jesus tell us not to make prayer a rote exercise? Maybe Jesus had something else in mind. In this new series, The Lord's Prayer, we take an expanded look at what Jesus was teaching Christians about prayer.
The Lord’s Prayer – 3 – Your Will Be Done
One of the most often recited parts of the Bible is the Lord's Prayer. But didn't Jesus tell us not to make prayer a rote exercise? Maybe Jesus had something else in mind. In this new series, The Lord's Prayer, we take an expanded look at what Jesus was teaching Christians about prayer.