In this episode of MercyTalk, we continue diving into the “Top Ten Symptoms of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality” from Pete Scazzero’s book, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality.  One of the symptoms he mentions is “spiritualizing away conflict.” We’re especially excited to have Executive and Life Coach Jeff Helton with us to have this important conversation about what it looks like to engage in conflict in a healthy way!

Also, in this episode…

• Why so many people hate (or fear) conflict
• What it looks like to be the kind of peacemaker Jesus implored us to be
• The role of expectations in conflict

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In this episode of MercyTalk, we continue our conversation on emotional health and how it impacts our spiritual maturity. We specifically dive into three of the “Top Ten Symptoms of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality” from pastor and author Pete Scazzero’s book, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality.

Also, in this episode…

• The importance of engaging, not ignoring, our anger, sadness, and fear
• How important it is to process our past and its effects on our present
• Using religious activity to avoid having to face our personal issues

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In this episode of MercyTalk, we begin a conversation on the topic of emotional health and how it impacts our spiritual maturity. We introduce some of the big ideas from pastor and author Pete Scazzero’s book Emotionally Healthy Spirituality which poses the idea that “it’s impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature.”

Also, in this episode…

• What emotional health actually looks like
• How many of the traditional approaches to discipleship in the Church have resulted in minimal life change
• What it looks like to address the whole person in healing and growth

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On today’s episode of MercyTalk, we recognize World Mental Health Day with a reflection on how God cares deeply about mental health! For some, “mental health” has become solely associated with science, medicine, and diagnoses. However, mental health is a deeply spiritual matter! God is concerned with mental health because he created us to experience it.

 Also, in this episode…

• The concept of holistic (spirit, soul, and body) health
• Practical ways to grow in our mental health

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In this episode of MercyTalk, we’re excited to have author and theologian Gavin Ortlund with us to have a conversation based on his upcoming book, The Art of Disagreeing. It’s hard to deny that the temperature has dramatically risen in our culture when it comes to politics, religion, culture wars, etc. As Gavin points out in his book, we seem to have lost the ability to disagree well, and as followers of Jesus, we are called to rise above “the rancor and ‘cancel culture’ tactics of the world around us.”

Also, in this episode…

• How to stay self-aware when engaging in disagreements with others
• The two virtues that lay a foundation for healthy disagreement: kindness and courage
• The important roles of both listening and persuasion

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September is National Suicide Prevention Month. It’s a month to remember those we have lost to suicide and acknowledge the countless people who have been impacted. It’s also a time to raise awareness about suicide prevention and to share messages of hope! So today, we have two counselors from Mercy’s Center for Wellness and Counseling helping us unpack some of the most common myths and misconceptions around this very important topic.

Also, in this episode…

• Why men statistically die by suicide more often than women
• The difference between being suicidal and experiencing suicidal ideation
• Lies people may believe about those who are suicidal or who take their life

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On this episode of MercyTalk, we welcome Pastors Dave Vance and Chris Standridge of Crossroads Church in Mansfield, OH. Crossroads is a multi-site church of around 4,000 people, and earlier this year, they held a church-wide campaign based on Mercy’s Keys to Freedom study. Today, Pastors Dave and Chris share about how God moved through their community throughout the campaign. You will be encouraged by their stories of God’s goodness and faithfulness!

Also, in this episode…

• Why this church’s leadership team saw Keys to Freedom as a resource for their whole church, not just those who are “really struggling”
• How a large church logistically rolled out Keys to Freedom to their entire community
• The role the local church has in engaging mental health

If you would like to follow Crossroads Church, go to crossroadswired.com or you can find them on social media and YouTube.

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In this final episode of our “When Your Child is Struggling” series, we’re talking about what it looks like to explore next steps with your child who is struggling. It is not your job as the parent to figure everything out for your child, but to figure it out with them.

Also, in this episode…

• How to navigate the “next steps” conversations with your child
• When to know if you need professional support
• What to do if your child is resistant to professional counseling

Resources mentioned in this episode:

MercyTalk Episode 344 – Why We Avoid Getting Help

When Additional Support Is Needed resource (how to find a professional counselor)

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In this episode of our “When Your Child is Struggling” series, we’re sharing the second of two parts about how to navigate conversations with your child who is struggling, because the way you respond to your child is key! In this episode, we continue last week’s discussion on important principles to keep in mind in these conversations so that you can love and support your child well, while encouraging them toward growth, healing, and freedom!

Also, in this episode…

• What it looks like to validate your child in the midst of their struggle
• How to turn to God first in these conversations
• How to speak hard truths to your child

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In this episode of our When Your Child is Struggling series, we’re sharing the first of two parts about how to navigate conversations with your child who is struggling, because as we discussed in the last episode, the way you respond to your child is key! In this episode, we discuss some important principles to keep in mind in these conversations so that you can love and support your child well, while encouraging them toward growth, healing, and freedom!

Also, in this episode…

• How to assess your child’s struggle and ask the right questions
• How to listen, engage, and stay present with your child

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On this episode of MercyTalk, you will be hearing the story of Kristy, who graduated from Mercy’s residential program in Nashville in the year of 2000. We were also excited to have Mercy Multiplied Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn, join us for this episode. We hope you’re encouraged by Kristy’s story and how God has powerfully moved in her life!

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