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January 13, 2022 335 | How Living in Freedom Can Impact Your Marriage
On this episode of MercyTalk, we are sharing a conversation that Melanie Wise had with Adam and Karissa King on their podcast, “Dear Young Married Couple.” It was a great conversation about how the biblical principles shared in Mercy’s Keys to Freedom study can transform and strengthen a marriage. Whether you’re currently married, want to one day be married, or know people who are married who you could share this episode, we hope this conversation is encouraging (and maybe even a little challenging)!
48 min
December 30, 2021334 | Advent Series: Choosing Hope and Joy in the New Year
On this episode of MercyTalk, we finish our Advent series by discussing the themes of hope and joy with Dr. Brooke Keels. As we enter a new year, we want to posture our hearts in such a way that we maintain our mental, emotional, and spiritual health. No matter what 2021 may have held for you, we hope this show encourages you to move into this new year with a renewed sense of hope and joy in the Lord.
Also, in this episode…
The difference between joy and happiness
Accessing joy that the world can’t touch
What true biblical hope looks like
32 min
December 16, 2021333 | Advent Series: Choosing Love in the Holidays
On this episode of MercyTalk, we continue our Advent series by discussing the theme of love with Dr. Brooke Keels. How we understand and walk in the love of God impacts every single aspect of our lives. And ultimately, the Father’s greatest expression of His love for us is the sending of Jesus.
Also, in this episode…
Practical ways for living in the love of the Father
How to know you’re living in the fullness of God’s love
What Scripture tells us about the love of God
38 min
December 02, 2021332 | Advent Series: Choosing Peace in the Holidays
On this episode of MercyTalk, we begin our Advent series by discussing the theme of peace with Dr. Brooke Keels. During the holiday season, it can be easy to find yourself in a place of anxiety and worry. In this episode, we remind you that peace is not the absence of conflict, but the presence of God. If we want peace in our lives, God has to rule and reign in our lives.
Also, in this episode…
The importance of physical rest and Sabbath
How prayer can lead your heart and mind to a place of peace
Practical ways to maintain inner peace during the holidays
35 min
November 18, 2021331 | God’s Yes Needs Your Amen with Arianna Walker
On this episode of MercyTalk, we discuss faith and the fulfillment of God’s promises with a very special guest, Arianna Walker, CEO of Mercy UK. Arianna shares her story of starting the Mercy program in the UK and discovering the power of partnering with God’s promises.
Also, in this episode…
God’s provision for His calling on our lives
44 min
November 04, 2021330 | Why is Talking About Mental Health in the Church so Tricky?
On this episode of MercyTalk, we talk about mental health and the Church with Dr. Brooke Keels and a new guest to MercyTalk, Marshall Gallagher. Marshall is a local pastor and serves as Mercy’s Church Strategy Advisor. Why do conversations around mental health and psychology seem to be so tricky in the Church? Marshall helps us to understand how we got here and what we can do to normalize these conversations.
Also, in this episode…
The history of how the Church has dealt with mental health and how it is still shaping our approach
Why leaders in the Church might be so defensive or skeptical of psychology
Why mental health should be a significant concern in the Church and how we can do better
52 min
October 21, 2021329 | Jesus and Counseling…How Can I Have Both?
On this episode of MercyTalk, we dive deeper into the steps for finding the right counselor. Professional, licensed counseling combined with Jesus and the power of the Holy Spirit are both vitally important on a healing journey. And in this episode, Melanie Wise will interview Dr. Brooke Keels and Kim Brown, the Director of Counseling in our Nashville residential home, to discuss how they integrate these two important things in their counseling work.
Also, in this episode…
Specific questions that you can ask a prospective counselor – whether you’re looking for one for yourself or you’re trying to build a referral list – to find out if, and how, they incorporate Jesus and the Holy Spirit into their counseling.
What to do if you are unable to find a counselor who integrates Jesus into their sessions.
51 min
October 07, 2021328 | Guilt, Shame, and Regret with Evan Owens
On this episode of MercyTalk, we discuss guilt, shame, and regret with the Executive Director of REBOOT Recovery, Evan Owens. Evan helps us understand the difference between guilt, shame, and regret, including how each can be used for both good and evil in our lives. Most importantly, Evan shares about how to move from the wounds of guilt, shame, and regret into a place of greater healing and wholeness.
Also, in this episode…
Placing our feelings and emotions in their right place in our lives
Different types of guilt and why false guilt is so dangerous
Helping our children understand how to identify and navigate feelings of guilt, shame, and regret
To learn more about Evan and REBOOT Recovery, check out www.rebootrecovery.com/.
52 min
September 23, 2021327 | Navigating Blended Families with Nicola Bartel
On this episode of MercyTalk, we discuss how to navigate blended families with the Executive Director of Mercy Canada, Nicola Bartel. A blended family is a family where at least one parent has children that are not biologically or adoptive related to the other spouse. Either parent, or both, may have children from previous relationships or marriages. As someone who is part of a blended family herself, Nicola shares invaluable wisdom and insight on how to navigate blended family dynamics in a healthy way.
Also, in this episode…
Dating after the end of a marriage
Grieving the loss of a marriage while also making space for something new
Establishing healthy boundaries and dynamics between children and stepparents
47 min
September 09, 2021 326 | Best of MercyTalk – Helping Someone with Suicidal Thoughts
On this special episode of Mercy Talk, we revisit a conversation with 2015 Mercy graduate Ashley as she shares her story of multiple suicide attempts and her journey to finding healing in Jesus. If you or someone you know is struggling to find a reason to live, then don’t miss this very important episode as we discuss the lies of the enemy and the truth and hope found only in Jesus Christ.
38 min

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MercyTalk is a podcast presented by Mercy Multiplied that seeks to provide listeners with practical principles for growing in mental, emotional, and spiritual health.