Knowing Faith

Has Therapeutic Language Invaded The Church?


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Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley have a conversation about how therapeutic language has invaded the church.

Questions Covered in This Episode:

  • Has therapeutic language invaded the church?
  • What are the root theological issues at play in therapeutic language and the church?
  • What do we mean by therapy language?
  • What is the history that got us here?
  • How should the Christian enter into therapeutic practices?
  • How does this show up in lament?
  • How does this affect Bible reading?
  • Where else has therapeutic language invaded the church?
  • What is underemphasized in the church?
  • Why does this need to be addressed?
  • What is one step for someone who wants to engage faithfully with therapeutic language?

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

  • Matthew 22:37, Philippians 4:4-9
  • “The Triumph of the Therapeutic” by Philip Rieff 
  • “The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self” By Carl Trueman 
  • “Daring Greatly’ by Brené Brown
  • Confronting Christianity
  • “Bad Therapy” by Abigail Shrier
  • “Formed for Fellowship” by Kyle Worley
  • Deep Discipleship Program

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