In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Brian Borgman about the topic of understanding emotions and his book, Feelings & Faith: Cultivating Godly Emotions in the Christian Life. During the conversation, they explore the importance of emotions as part of being made in God's image, and delve into the dangers of neglecting emotions or being ruled by them—emphasizing the need for Christlike balance. The discussion highlights the role of Jesus as a model for emotional maturity and the hope found in the gospel for those struggling with emotional challenges. Practical steps for emotional transformation are also shared, encouraging listeners to seek growth in their emotional lives through faith and biblical understanding.

View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/emotions-brian-borgman

Learn more about IBCD's 2026 Summer Institute on the topic of navigating emotions at https://ibcd.regfox.com/2026summerinstitute

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