MercyTalk

On this episode of MercyTalk, we have a conversation about the goodness of God with the Founder & President of Mercy Multiplied, Nancy Alcorn. We talk about some of the various perspectives that exist about God’s character and how He operates and exercises His sovereignty in the world, specifically as it relates to pain and suffering. Nancy shares her personal perspective on who He is, how He works, and what she’s learned regarding the “will of God” throughout her life.

Also, in this episode…

• “Is it God’s will when bad things happen on Earth?”
• How God uses pain and suffering for good
• A word of encouragement for someone who is struggling with anger or bitterness toward the Lord

On this episode of MercyTalk, we discuss what it looks like to navigate between virtual and relational lives in a way that’s healthy and life-giving with Dr. Brooke Keels. For a significant portion of the past two years, almost every aspect of our lives was moved to the online space. However, society has begun shifting back to more and more in-person gatherings. For some, it can be tempting to stay in the virtual world, but virtual relationships ultimately fall short of the benefits of personal connection. Together, we encourage you to walk back into relational life.

Also, in this episode…

• The problems with staying in the virtual space
• “Re-entry anxiety” – what it is and how to handle it
• Practical ideas to help you reconnect with people

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)!

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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/.