Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)

God Renews the Mind


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In this enlightening episode of Emunah, Dr. Luther Smithlead

counselor at N(y)oo Mind Biblical Counseling Center in Kansas City,
MOjoins us for a rich conversation on the integration of faith, psychology,
and emotional healing. Dr. Smith unpacks how the renewed mind described
in Scripture shapes our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, offering a
Christ-centered path to transformation.


Drawing from personal experiences and powerful stories from his

counseling practice, Dr. Smith explains how biblical principles can correct
distorted thinking, restore hope, and guide believers through emotional pain.
The discussion highlights the essential role of empathy in counseling,
the importance of accurate self-understanding, and the call to trust God even
when healing feels difficult.


Key Scriptures Discussed:

Genesis 12 Romans 12:2 2 Corinthians 1 1 Thessalonians 5:1214


About Dr. Luther Smith:

Dr. Smith is a researcher, writer, counselor, and instructor at Calvary
University. He earned his Bachelors degree from Ashford University,
and both his Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and Doctorate of
Psychology from Southern California Seminary.


Key Takeaways

  • Faith and
  • psychology can work together for true, lasting healing.
  • The N(y)oo Mind
  • Podcast bridges the gap between Scripture and psychology.
  • The Greek roots
  • of psychology reveal its biblical foundation and significance.
  • A renewed mind
  • is essential for transformation in Christ.
  • Scripture
  • provides a solid philosophy for understanding ourselves and the world.
  • Counseling
  • often begins with correcting unbiblical or inaccurate beliefs about
    oneself.
  • Empathy is
  • vital in the counseling process.
  • Biblical truth
  • can reshape distorted thinking patterns.
  • Trusting God
  • through emotional pain is challenging but deeply transformative.


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    Connect with Dr. Luther Smith:

    Office: N(y)oo Mind Biblical Counseling, LLC
    4810 N Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, MO 64119

     

     

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    Emunah (Hebrew for faith, belief)By Tamara M. Cooke Henry, Ph.D.