Lysa TerKeurst

Joel Muddamalle

This bonus episode of Therapy &amp; Theology was recorded to help you process questions like "Since God is sovereign and knows what’s going to happen, why should I pray?" and "Can our prayers change God's mind?"Join Lysa TerKeurst and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for this thought-provoking, scripture-filled conversation. It may be tempting to think about prayer in a defeated way or question if God will even respond, but, friend, take heart. The power of prayer can change things.Related Resources: Your prayers don't have to sound polished, put together or perfect to be effective. God invites us to talk about anything on our hearts with Him, just like we would share with a good friend. If you want help making this more of a daily practice in your life, join us for our new study, Praying Through the Psalms: 30 Days To Uncomplicate How You Talk to God.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Start your journey here.   Click here to download a transcript of this episode. We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.

This bonus episode of Therapy &amp; Theology was recorded to help you process questions like "Since God is sovereign and knows what’s going to happen, why should I pray?" and "Can our prayers change God's mind?"Join Lysa TerKeurst and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for this thought-provoking, scripture-filled conversation. It may be tempting to think about prayer in a defeated way or question if God will even respond, but, friend, take heart. The power of prayer can change things.Related Resources:<ul> <li>Your prayers don't have to sound polished, put together or perfect to be effective. God invites us to talk about anything on our hearts with Him, just like we would share with a good friend. If you want help making this more of a daily practice in your life, join us for our new study, <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/praying-through-the-psalms-study-guide?utm_source=pod-thth&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=F5PSALMS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Praying Through the Psalms: 30 Days To Uncomplicate How You Talk to God</a>. </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Start your journey <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/c329297c/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download a transcript of this episode.</li> </ul>We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us <a href="https://form.jotform.com/proverbs31/tandt-podcast-story" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a>

"If God Knows What’s Going To Happen, Why Should I Pray?" With Lysa TerKeurst and Dr. Joel Muddamalle

This bonus episode of Therapy &amp; Theology was recorded for the day you hit a hard spot and find yourself wondering, Am I going to make it? What if I can't do this?Join Lysa TerKeurst; licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for the encouragement your heart needs when circumstances you're facing feel unmanageable, uncertain or out of control. Even if you just need a reminder today that you're not alone, this episode is for you.Related Resources: We know God has the power to take away all of our problems and pain on earth. But what do we do when He doesn’t? Join our next study on the book of Job, When the Hurt Feels Hopeless: How God Meets Us in Our Pain Even When We Don’t Know the Answers. Together, we’ll find that God meets us in the middle of every question we’re asking with His love and perfect plan. And while He doesn’t always take our pain away, He promises to give us His comfort, peace and presence in it. Order your digital study guide today, and join us in the free First 5 mobile app for additional daily teachings! Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Start your journey here.   Click here to download a transcript of this episode. We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.

This bonus episode of Therapy &amp; Theology was recorded for the day you hit a hard spot and find yourself wondering, Am I going to make it? What if I can't do this?Join Lysa TerKeurst; licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for the encouragement your heart needs when circumstances you're facing feel unmanageable, uncertain or out of control. Even if you just need a reminder today that you're not alone, this episode is for you.Related Resources:<ul> <li>We know God has the power to take away all of our problems and pain on earth. But what do we do when He doesn’t? Join our next study on the book of Job, When the Hurt Feels Hopeless: How God Meets Us in Our Pain Even When We Don’t Know the Answers. Together, we’ll find that God meets us in the middle of every question we’re asking with His love and perfect plan. And while He doesn’t always take our pain away, He promises to give us His comfort, peace and presence in it. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/when-the-hurt-feels-hopeless-a-study-of-the-book-of-job-digital-version?utm_source=ttpods3-b&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=F5JOB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order your digital study guide today</a>, and join us in the free First 5 mobile app for additional daily teachings!</li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Start your journey <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/29158b39/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download a transcript of this episode.</li> </ul>We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us <a href="https://form.jotform.com/proverbs31/tandt-podcast-story" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a>

What if I Can't Do This?

This bonus episode of Therapy &amp; Theology was recorded to help you process the question we often wrestle with as Christians: How can a good God allow pain and suffering?Join Lysa TerKeurst and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for this encouraging, scripture-filled conversation. After listening, we hope you're both comforted and filled with confidence that just because we can't see what God is doing, it does not mean He is not working. Related Resources: We know God has the power to take away all of our problems and pain on earth. But what do we do when He doesn’t? Join our next study on the book of Job, When the Hurt Feels Hopeless: How God Meets Us in Our Pain Even When We Don’t Know the Answers. Together, we’ll find that God meets us in the middle of every question we’re asking with His love and perfect plan. And while He doesn’t always take our pain away, He promises to give us His comfort, peace and presence in it. Order your digital study guide today, and join us in the free First 5 mobile app for additional daily teachings! Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Start your journey here.   Click here to download a transcript of this episode. We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.

This bonus episode of Therapy &amp; Theology was recorded to help you process the question we often wrestle with as Christians: How can a good God allow pain and suffering?Join Lysa TerKeurst and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for this encouraging, scripture-filled conversation. After listening, we hope you're both comforted and filled with confidence that just because we can't see what God is doing, it does not mean He is not working. Related Resources:<ul> <li>We know God has the power to take away all of our problems and pain on earth. But what do we do when He doesn’t? Join our next study on the book of Job, When the Hurt Feels Hopeless: How God Meets Us in Our Pain Even When We Don’t Know the Answers. Together, we’ll find that God meets us in the middle of every question we’re asking with His love and perfect plan. And while He doesn’t always take our pain away, He promises to give us His comfort, peace and presence in it. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/when-the-hurt-feels-hopeless-a-study-of-the-book-of-job-digital-version?utm_source=ttpods3-b&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=F5JOB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order your digital study guide today</a>, and join us in the free First 5 mobile app for additional daily teachings!</li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Start your journey <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c55077a/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download a transcript of this episode.</li> </ul>We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us <a href="https://form.jotform.com/proverbs31/tandt-podcast-story" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a>

When a Good God Allows Pain and Suffering with Lysa TerKeurst and Dr. Joel Muddamalle

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 5, Lysa, Jim and Joel discuss the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, debunk the myth of "forgive and forget," and show you how taking a step of forgiveness may be possible for you as soon as today.Related Resources: Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. Order your copy today.  Don't forget to download your Listener Guide! This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in.  We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. Click here to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.  Click here to download a transcript of this episode. We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by filling out this survey? 

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 5, Lysa, Jim and Joel discuss the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, debunk the myth of "forgive and forget," and show you how taking a step of forgiveness may be possible for you as soon as today.Related Resources:<ul> <li>Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/youre-going-to-make-it?utm_source=ttpods3-5&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=YGTMI-PR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order your copy today.</a> </li> <li>Don't forget to <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2023/04/13/therapy-theology-listener-guide-season-3-episode-5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">download your Listener Guide!</a> This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in. </li> <li>We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. <a href="https://www.lightuniversity.com/mhc-lysa-terkeurst-scholarship/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/2d7ed170/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download a transcript of this episode.</li> </ul>We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by <a href="http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=MEfyOx_s_Rgw&amp;ver=standard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">filling out this survey</a>?

S3 E5 | What If I Don’t Feel Ready to Forgive?

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 4, Lysa, Jim and Joel answer commonly asked questions surrounding the grief a family walks through after a divorce, how to know when you're ready to move on, dating again, and more.Related Resources: Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. Order your copy today.  Don't forget to download your Listener Guide! This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in. We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. Click here to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.  Click here to download a transcript of this episode. We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by filling out this survey? 

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 4, Lysa, Jim and Joel answer commonly asked questions surrounding the grief a family walks through after a divorce, how to know when you're ready to move on, dating again, and more.Related Resources:<ul> <li>Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/youre-going-to-make-it?utm_source=ttpods3-4&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=YGTMI-PR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order your copy today.</a> </li> <li>Don't forget to <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2023/04/06/therapy-theology-listener-guide-season-3-episode-4?utm_source=ttpods3-4&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">download your Listener Guide!</a> This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in.</li> <li>We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. <a href="https://www.lightuniversity.com/mhc-lysa-terkeurst-scholarship/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/7e635d5b/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download a transcript of this episode.</li> </ul>We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by <a href="http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=MEfyOx_s_Rgw&amp;ver=standard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">filling out this survey</a>?

S3 E4 | Moving on When Your Marriage Doesn’t

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 3, Lysa, Jim and Joel open up God's Word to find biblical Truth, hope and answers as they discuss the hard realities of a marriage falling apart.Related Resources: Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. Order your copy today. Don't forget to download your Listener Guide! This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in.  We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. Click here to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.  Click here to download a transcript of this episode. We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by filling out this survey? 

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 3, Lysa, Jim and Joel open up God's Word to find biblical Truth, hope and answers as they discuss the hard realities of a marriage falling apart.Related Resources:<ul> <li>Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/youre-going-to-make-it?utm_source=ttpods3-3&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=YGTMI-PR" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order your copy today</a>.</li> <li>Don't forget to <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2023/03/30/therapy-theology-listener-guide-season-3-episode-3?utm_source=ttpods3-3&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">download your Listener Guide!</a> This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in. </li> <li>We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. <a href="https://www.lightuniversity.com/mhc-lysa-terkeurst-scholarship/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/24fe2db7/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download a transcript of this episode.</li> </ul>We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by <a href="http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=MEfyOx_s_Rgw&amp;ver=standard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">filling out this survey</a>?

S3 E3 | What the Bible Says About a Marriage Falling Apart

Leslie Vernick

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart."In this special episode, Lysa talks with her friend Leslie Vernick about the difference between difficult relationships, which we all have to navigate at times, and destructive relationships, which are damaging to our relational and emotional health and overall well-being.Related Resources: Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. Order your copy today.  Don't forget to download your Listener Guide! This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in.  Links from Leslie Vernick:1. Free Quickstart Guide2. Free 5 Red Flags Guide3. "The Emotionally Destructive Marriage" by Leslie Vernick4. "The Emotionally Destructive Relationship" by Leslie Vernick We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. Click here to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.  Click here to download a transcript of this episode. We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by filling out this survey? 

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart."In this special episode, Lysa talks with her friend Leslie Vernick about the difference between difficult relationships, which we all have to navigate at times, and destructive relationships, which are damaging to our relational and emotional health and overall well-being.Related Resources:<ul> <li>Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/youre-going-to-make-it?utm_source=ttpods3-2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=YGTMI-PO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order your copy today.</a> </li> <li>Don't forget to <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2023/03/23/therapy-theology-listener-guide-season-3-episode-2?utm_source=ttpods3-2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">download your Listener Guide</a>! This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in. </li> <li>Links from Leslie Vernick: 1. <a href="https://leslievernick.com/free-guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Free Quickstart Guide</a> 2. <a href="https://g14llpzk.pages.infusionsoft.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Free 5 Red Flags Guide</a> 3. <a href="https://proverbs31.christianbook.com/emotionally-destructive-marriage-voice-reclaim-hope/leslie-vernick/9780307731180/pd/731180?p=1228315" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"The Emotionally Destructive Marriage"</a> by Leslie Vernick 4. <a href="https://proverbs31.christianbook.com/emotionally-destructive-relationship-seeing-stopping-surviving/leslie-vernick/9780736918978/pd/918978?p=1228316" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"The Emotionally Destructive Relationship"</a> by Leslie Vernick</li> <li>We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. <a href="https://www.lightuniversity.com/mhc-lysa-terkeurst-scholarship/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/f4e43298/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download a transcript of this episode.</li> </ul>We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by <a href="http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=MEfyOx_s_Rgw&amp;ver=standard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">filling out this survey</a>?

S3 E2 | Difficult vs. Destructive Relationships with Leslie Vernick

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 1, Lysa, Jim and Joel tackle the hot-topic word "toxic," defining what it is, what it isn't, and how to respond to toxic dynamics in a relationship.Related Resources: Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. Order your copy today!  Don't forget to download your Listener Guide! This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in.  We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. Click here to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.  Click here to download the transcript for this episode. 

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for conversations about how to keep moving forward in a healthy way when relationships in your life are unraveling. In Episode 1, Lysa, Jim and Joel tackle the hot-topic word "toxic," defining what it is, what it isn't, and how to respond to toxic dynamics in a relationship.Related Resources:<ul> <li>Some say time heals all wounds ... but what if that’s not true? It’s what we do with that time that moves us forward or not. In the pages of Lysa TerKeurst’s new devotional, "You’re Going to Make It: 50 Morning and Evening Devotions to Unrush Your Mind, Uncomplicate Your Heart, and Experience Healing Today," you will receive the biblical Truth and encouragement you need when hurtful situations leave you worn out and unmotivated to spend time with God. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/youre-going-to-make-it?utm_source=ttpods3-1&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=YGTMI-PO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order your copy today!</a> </li> <li>Don't forget to <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2023/03/16/therapy-theology-listener-guide-season-3-episode-1?utm_source=ttpods3-1&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">download your Listener Guide</a>! This guide will help you remember and apply what you have learned, with statements to cling to and scriptures to soak in. </li> <li>We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. <a href="https://www.lightuniversity.com/mhc-lysa-terkeurst-scholarship/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/dd9e6ef3/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download the transcript for this episode.</li> </ul>

S3 E1 | Is This Relationship Toxic?

Welcome to the newest series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart."Some of the most joy-filled moments and memories overflow from the relationships in our lives. And some of the most painful, heartbreaking moments and memories overflow from the relationships in our lives. Relationships are wonderful ... until they're not.And when things begin unraveling, it’s so hard to know how to process it all in a healthy way.In these new episodes, join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, as they answer your questions and have conversations about how to keep moving forward when relationships in your life are falling apart. Lysa, Jim and Joel discuss topics like:- Signs of destructive and toxic behavior.- Marriage, divorce and dating again.- Forgiveness and reconciliation.Join us for this five-part series starting March 16, 2023.Related Resources: Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to make sure you never miss an episode! Stay connected with Lysa TerKeurst, Jim Cress and Dr. Joel Muddamalle on Instagram. Proverbs 31 Ministries reaches women in the middle of their busy days through free devotions; podcasts; speaking events; conferences; resources; Online Bible Studies; and training in the call to write, speak and lead others. Learn more by visiting our website!  We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. Click here to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more. We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by filling out this survey? 

Welcome to the newest series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "When a Relationship Is Falling Apart." Some of the most joy-filled moments and memories overflow from the relationships in our lives. And some of the most painful, heartbreaking moments and memories overflow from the relationships in our lives. Relationships are wonderful ... until they're not. And when things begin unraveling, it’s so hard to know how to process it all in a healthy way. In these new episodes, join Lysa TerKeurst; her Licensed Professional Counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, as they answer your questions and have conversations about how to keep moving forward when relationships in your life are falling apart. Lysa, Jim and Joel discuss topics like:- Signs of destructive and toxic behavior.- Marriage, divorce and dating again.- Forgiveness and reconciliation. Join us for this five-part series starting March 16, 2023. Related Resources:<ul> <li>Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to make sure you never miss an episode!</li> <li>Stay connected with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lysaterkeurst/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lysa TerKeurst</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jimcress/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Cress</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/muddamalle/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Joel Muddamalle</a> on Instagram.</li> <li>Proverbs 31 Ministries reaches women in the middle of their busy days through free devotions; podcasts; speaking events; conferences; resources; Online Bible Studies; and training in the call to write, speak and lead others. Learn more by <a href="https://proverbs31.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">visiting our website!</a> </li> <li>We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 3 of Therapy &amp; Theology. <a href="https://www.lightuniversity.com/mhc-lysa-terkeurst-scholarship/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to apply for their Mental Health Coach program where you'll be equipped to respond to friends walking through tough issues like depression, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, addictions and more.</li> </ul>We want to get to know you! Will you tell us a little bit about yourself by <a href="http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=MEfyOx_s_Rgw&amp;ver=standard" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">filling out this survey</a>?

Season 3 Trailer

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 6, we look at women throughout history who have made a great impact and how emotionally healthy women today are vital in the flourishing of society. Related Resources:  Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review.  Want to dig deeper? Dr. Joel Muddamalle put together additional biblical context for this episode. Click here to download now.   Click here to view the transcript for this episode.

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 6, we look at women throughout history who have made a great impact and how emotionally healthy women today are vital in the flourishing of society. Related Resources: <ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review. </li> <li>Want to dig deeper? Dr. Joel Muddamalle put together additional biblical context for this episode. <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2022/10/28/i-still-have-questions-about-what-makes-a-woman-resilient?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to download now.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/8bc69277/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here </a>to view the transcript for this episode.</li></ul>

S2 E6 | What Makes a Woman Resilient

Have you ever looked at a situation you’re facing in utter disbelief and thought, "How will I ever get over this?" Lysa TerKeurst understands. After years of heartbreak and emotional trauma, she realized it’s not about just getting over hard circumstances but learning how to work through what she has walked through. Now, she wants to help you do the same. That’s why Lysa teamed up with her personal, licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress, alongside the Director of Theological Research at Proverbs 31 Ministries, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, to bring you "Therapy &amp; Theology." While Lysa, Jim and Joel do tackle some really hard topics, you’ll soon find they're just three friends having a great conversation and learning from each other along the way.

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 5, we'll tackle how the word "submission" has been abused and what it looks like to identify if a relationship has gone from dysfunctional to destructive. Related Resources:  Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review.   Click here to view the transcript for this episode.

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 5, we'll tackle how the word "submission" has been abused and what it looks like to identify if a relationship has gone from dysfunctional to destructive. Related Resources: <ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-and-theology/id1641587501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tell us about it by leaving a review.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/e580e658/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode.</li></ul>

S2 E5 | Red Flags We Shouldn’t Ignore in Relationships

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Parental warning: Some of the topics in the video may not be appropriate for children. Please watch and listen with caution. Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 4, we discuss the problems and effects of our world's "porn-demic" and the hope for healing.  Related Resources:  Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review.  Want to dig deeper? Dr. Joel Muddamalle put together additional biblical context for this episode. Click here to download now.   Click here to view the transcript for this episode.

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Parental warning: Some of the topics in the video may not be appropriate for children. Please watch and listen with caution. Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 4, we discuss the problems and effects of our world's "porn-demic" and the hope for healing.  Related Resources: <ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-and-theology/id1641587501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tell us about it by leaving a review.</a> </li> <li>Want to dig deeper? Dr. Joel Muddamalle put together additional biblical context for this episode. <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2022/10/28/i-still-have-questions-about-how-pornography-is-affecting-us?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to download now.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/fc1ea967/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode.</li></ul>

S2 E4 | Can We Talk About the Porn-demic?

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 3, we focus on commonly debated and often misunderstood verses in the Bible that seem to silence women. If you missed Episode 2, click here to listen now. Related Resources:  Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review.   Click here to view the transcript for this episode.

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 3, we focus on commonly debated and often misunderstood verses in the Bible that seem to silence women. If you missed Episode 2, <a href="https://therapyandtheology.transistor.fm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> to listen now. Related Resources: <ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB-PO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-and-theology/id1641587501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tell us about it by leaving a review.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c74d0e3/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode.</li></ul>

S2 E3 | Commonly Debated and Misunderstood Bible Verses That Seem To Silence Women

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 2, we’re talking about the part emotional abuse plays in silencing women. Related Resources:  Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order here!  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. At the end of the episode, Jim recommended a counselor named Leslie Vernick. You can learn more about Leslie at her website here. Proverbs 31 Ministries reaches women in the middle of their busy days through free devotions, podcasts, speaking events, conferences, resources, online Bible studies, and training in the call to write, speak and lead others. Learn more by visiting our website!  Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.  Click here to view the transcript for this episode.

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 2, we’re talking about the part emotional abuse plays in silencing women. Related Resources: <ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB-PO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order here!</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>At the end of the episode, Jim recommended a counselor named Leslie Vernick. You can learn more about Leslie at her website <a href="https://leslievernick.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</li> <li>Proverbs 31 Ministries reaches women in the middle of their busy days through free devotions, podcasts, speaking events, conferences, resources, online Bible studies, and training in the call to write, speak and lead others. Learn more by <a href="https://proverbs31.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">visiting our website!</a> </li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by l<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-and-theology/id1641587501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">eaving a review on Apple Podcasts</a>.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/da8488e7/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode.</li></ul>

S2 E2 | The Part Emotional Abuse Plays in Silencing Women

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 1, we focus on why it doesn't help anyone for a woman to be devalued. Related Resources:  Want to dig deeper? Dr. Joel Muddamalle put together additional biblical context for this episode. Click here to download now.  Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order here!  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review.  Learn more about Proverbs 31 Ministries by visiting our website.   Click here to view the transcript for this episode.

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About." Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about therapy and theology. In Episode 1, we focus on why it doesn't help anyone for a woman to be devalued. Related Resources: <ul> <li>Want to dig deeper? Dr. Joel Muddamalle put together additional biblical context for this episode. <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2022/10/17/i-still-have-questions-about-the-value-of-women?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=THPOD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to download now.</a> </li> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s2&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB-PO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order here!</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review. </li> <li>Learn more about Proverbs 31 Ministries by visiting <a href="https://proverbs31.org/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=show-notes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our website.</a> </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/821ba4ed/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here </a>to view the transcript for this episode.</li></ul>

S2 E1 | Why No One Wins When a Woman Is Devalued

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About."It’s a series you don’t want to miss … an invitation for you to come as you are with your hurts, your questions, your willingness to learn and your desire to heal.Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about scriptures taken out of context and sometimes used to devalue and silence women. They will also tackle questions you have around pornography, emotional abuse, submission, boundaries, and identifying destructive patterns in relationships, causing so many of us to feel crazy and paralyzed by relational dysfunctions.Join us for six weekly episodes, starting October 20, 2022.Related Resources:- Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to make sure you never miss an episode!- Stay connected with Lysa TerKeurst, Jim Cress and Dr. Joel Muddamalle on Instagram.- Proverbs 31 Ministries reaches women in the middle of their busy days through free devotions, podcasts, speaking events, conferences, resources, online Bible studies, and training in the call to write, speak and lead others. Learn more by visiting our website!

Welcome to a new series of Therapy &amp; Theology: "Let's Stop Avoiding This Conversation: 6 Topics Women Have Big Questions About."It’s a series you don’t want to miss … an invitation for you to come as you are with your hurts, your questions, your willingness to learn and your desire to heal.Join Lysa TerKeurst; her licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, for a conversation about scriptures taken out of context and sometimes used to devalue and silence women. They will also tackle questions you have around pornography, emotional abuse, submission, boundaries, and identifying destructive patterns in relationships, causing so many of us to feel crazy and paralyzed by relational dysfunctions. Join us for six weekly episodes, starting October 20, 2022.Related Resources: - Subscribe today on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therapy-and-theology/id1641587501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3t3TDvjeCIgop43pIDHZMl?si=d14e3f3e8df14c8c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> to make sure you never miss an episode! - Stay connected with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lysaterkeurst/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lysa TerKeurst</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jimcress/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Cress</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/muddamalle/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Joel Muddamalle</a> on Instagram.- Proverbs 31 Ministries reaches women in the middle of their busy days through free devotions, podcasts, speaking events, conferences, resources, online Bible studies, and training in the call to write, speak and lead others. Learn more by <a href="https://proverbs31.org/listen/podcast?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=THPOD" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">visiting our website!</a>

Season 2 Trailer

In the middle of painful circumstances you’re walking through, how do you know if you're moving toward healing?There is hope, friend.In this episode of Therapy &amp; Theology, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and licensed counselor Jim Cress will help you: Walk through a biblical framework of the healing process so you can be infused with hope for your own personal journey. Disempower the lie that the life you’re living right now is the full story, and remember that with God there's always something more true, lovely and good to be found. Find comfort in your longing to feel like your old self again, as Lysa, Jim and Joel bear witness to the hurts you’ve faced. Helpful Links: Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom.   Click here to view the transcript for this episode. 

In the middle of painful circumstances you’re walking through, how do you know if you're moving toward healing?There is hope, friend. In this episode of Therapy &amp; Theology, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and licensed counselor Jim Cress will help you: <ul> <li>Walk through a biblical framework of the healing process so you can be infused with hope for your own personal journey.</li> <li>Disempower the lie that the life you’re living right now is the full story, and remember that with God there's always something more true, lovely and good to be found.</li> <li>Find comfort in your longing to feel like your old self again, as Lysa, Jim and Joel bear witness to the hurts you’ve faced.</li> </ul> Helpful Links:<ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s1&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom. </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/325fb501/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode.</li> </ul>

S1 E12 | Mile Markers of Healing

When you’ve experienced something heartbreaking or even devastating, it’s easy to question if you’re on your way to healing.Is it normal to feel this way? How do I stop hurting? Is this going to hurt forever? Maybe you’re even wondering: Is what I’m feeling a sign of trauma?When this is happening, how can we move forward after we’ve experienced significant trauma?With theological research and therapeutic insight, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and licensed counselor Jim Cress will help you: Define what trauma is so you can better understand how it may be impacting your daily life in unexpected ways. Develop a strategy for recognizing and processing triggers so you aren't caught off guard when they come at you. Walk through a step-by-step process to free yourself from the hurt of your past and begin experiencing true healing today. Helpful Links: Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom.  Click here to view the transcript for this episode.  

When you’ve experienced something heartbreaking or even devastating, it’s easy to question if you’re on your way to healing.Is it normal to feel this way? How do I stop hurting? Is this going to hurt forever? Maybe you’re even wondering: Is what I’m feeling a sign of trauma? When this is happening, how can we move forward after we’ve experienced significant trauma? With theological research and therapeutic insight, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and licensed counselor Jim Cress will help you:<ul> <li>Define what trauma is so you can better understand how it may be impacting your daily life in unexpected ways.</li> <li>Develop a strategy for recognizing and processing triggers so you aren't caught off guard when they come at you.</li> <li>Walk through a step-by-step process to free yourself from the hurt of your past and begin experiencing true healing today.</li> </ul>Helpful Links:<ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s1&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/264ac93f/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode. </li> </ul>

S1 E11 | Moving Through the Impact of Trauma

When hurtful circumstances happen, we wonder, “How will I ever get over this?” Lysa TerKeurst deeply understands that feeling. Since the release of her book “It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way,” she’s received hundreds of emails, direct messages on social media and inquiries from people asking her how she got through one of the hardest seasons of her life.The goal of the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast is to meet you in the middle of your hurt and give you biblical answers on how to move through it. In this episode, you’ll hear a conversation between Lysa TerKeurst and her personal, licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress, as well as Proverbs 31 Ministries Director of Theological Research Dr. Joel Muddamalle. Together they will unpack depression and anxiety, helping you identify triggers and learn how to combat anxiety in a healthy way. After listening, you’ll learn how to … Overcome the feeling that you’ll never get over the hurt you’re facing, and recognize small steps you can take to get through the hurt, little by little. Replace the negative stigma of “therapy” by gaining a healthy, biblical view of counseling for your situation. Find hope in the midst of devastating circumstances by seeking restoration for yourself through prayer and proven exercises to help you process your pain. A note from Proverbs 31 Ministries: This podcast contains content that might not be suitable for young children and may serve as a trigger due to circumstances in your past. Please see the links below if you need help finding a counselor.Helpful Links: Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom.  Click here to view the transcript for this episode. 

When hurtful circumstances happen, we wonder, “How will I ever get over this?” Lysa TerKeurst deeply understands that feeling. Since the release of her book “It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way,” she’s received hundreds of emails, direct messages on social media and inquiries from people asking her how she got through one of the hardest seasons of her life.The goal of the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast is to meet you in the middle of your hurt and give you biblical answers on how to move through it. In this episode, you’ll hear a conversation between Lysa TerKeurst and her personal, licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress, as well as Proverbs 31 Ministries Director of Theological Research Dr. Joel Muddamalle. Together they will unpack depression and anxiety, helping you identify triggers and learn how to combat anxiety in a healthy way. After listening, you’ll learn how to …<ul> <li>Overcome the feeling that you’ll never get over the hurt you’re facing, and recognize small steps you can take to get through the hurt, little by little.</li> <li>Replace the negative stigma of “therapy” by gaining a healthy, biblical view of counseling for your situation.</li> <li>Find hope in the midst of devastating circumstances by seeking restoration for yourself through prayer and proven exercises to help you process your pain.</li> </ul> A note from Proverbs 31 Ministries: This podcast contains content that might not be suitable for young children and may serve as a trigger due to circumstances in your past. Please see the links below if you need help finding a counselor. Helpful Links:<ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s1&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom.</li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/ae464ec9/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode.</li> </ul>

S1 E10 | Dealing With Anxiety

Our words frame our reality. The words we use are strong indicators of our personal emotional health, the health of our relationships, and whether or not we will go the distance with those relationships. By carefully watching our words, we can see relational differences as growth opportunities that bring us together instead of tearing us apart.Colossians 4:6 (NIV) says, “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” This same verse is paraphrased in The Message Bible like this: “Be gracious in your speech. The goal is to bring out the best in others in a conversation, not put them down, not cut them out.” In this episode of Therapy &amp; Theology, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and licensed counselor Jim Cress discuss the framework needed for any healthy conversation.After listening to this conversation, you will be equipped to … Discover the framework for healthy conversations by learning words to avoid and better scripts to use. Discern when to have important conversations without the other person shutting down or getting defensive. Make progress with points of contention in your relationship that you’ve previously felt stuck in knowing how to resolve. Helpful Links:  Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.  Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? The American Association of Christian Counselors is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances. Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom.  Click here to download A Healthy Way to Have Hard Conversations.   Click here to view the transcript for this episode. 

Our words frame our reality. The words we use are strong indicators of our personal emotional health, the health of our relationships, and whether or not we will go the distance with those relationships. By carefully watching our words, we can see relational differences as growth opportunities that bring us together instead of tearing us apart.Colossians 4:6 (NIV) says, “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” This same verse is paraphrased in The Message Bible like this: “Be gracious in your speech. The goal is to bring out the best in others in a conversation, not put them down, not cut them out.” In this episode of Therapy &amp; Theology, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and licensed counselor Jim Cress discuss the framework needed for any healthy conversation. After listening to this conversation, you will be equipped to …<ul> <li>Discover the framework for healthy conversations by learning words to avoid and better scripts to use.</li> <li>Discern when to have important conversations without the other person shutting down or getting defensive.</li> <li>Make progress with points of contention in your relationship that you’ve previously felt stuck in knowing how to resolve.</li> </ul> Helpful Links: <ul> <li>Want more wisdom as you navigate hard relationship dynamics? Find practical next steps, powerful scriptures and timely guidance on how to set realistic, healthy boundaries in Lysa TerKeurst's new book, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes. In the pages of this book, Lysa's personal counselor, Jim Cress, also provides therapeutic insight surrounding the topic of boundaries, helping you confidently apply what you read. <a href="https://www.p31bookstore.com/products/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes?utm_source=podcast-s1&amp;utm_medium=show-notes&amp;utm_campaign=GBGB" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Order the Proverbs 31-exclusive version here.</a> </li> <li>Ready to take a personal next step in finding a Christian counselor? <a href="https://www.aacc.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The American Association of Christian Counselors</a> is a great place to find the right fit for you and your circumstances.</li> <li>Has the Therapy &amp; Theology podcast helped you personally gain a fresh, biblical perspective for what you’re facing? Tell us about it by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. When you review and rate the podcast, it helps us reach even more people with biblical Truth and therapeutic wisdom.</li> <li> <a href="https://proverbs31.org/read/resource-library/resources/2022/05/19/good-boundaries-and-goodbyes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to download A Healthy Way to Have Hard Conversations. </li> <li> <a href="https://share.transistor.fm/s/09f82e9b/transcript" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to view the transcript for this episode.</li> </ul>

S1 E9 | How To Have Healthy Conversations

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