Church hurt is a painful experience caused by the actions of church members, leadership, or denominations. It can lead people away from the church and even Christianity. However, there is hope for healing and restoration through confrontation, forgiveness, and a deeper understanding of God’s love for the church.

🔍 This podcast discusses the dangers of erroneous and imbalanced theology and how to avoid them.

Highlights

📚 Imbalanced theology focuses on certain aspects of the Bible while neglecting the main theme and character, Jesus Christ.

👥 Bad theology can cause trauma, distrust in one’s understanding of scripture, and isolation.

💔 It makes the way of Christ more difficult by adding complexity and burdensome requirements.

✝️ Bad doctrine fails to emphasize the gospel of salvation through Jesus Christ.

🚫 It does not allow room for personal growth or address the core problems that individuals face.

The bible speaks about being born again. This is being brought from spiritual death to spiritual life. What exactly does is the tool that He uses to bring us to life? Some believe bible prophecy is the tool that "wakes us up" and leads us to new life in Christ. What does the bible say? The answer is right under our noses!

📱 Studies have shown that individuals with higher levels of narcissism are at a greater risk of developing a Facebook addiction as a coping mechanism for anxiety.

💔 Narcissistic traits can lead to discontentment, a desire for self-worship, and an excessive focus on physical appearance.

📖 Biblical characters such as Lucifer and King Nebuchadnezzar exemplify narcissistic traits, showcasing the dangers of power and self-exaltation.

✝️ The Bible offers solutions to narcissism by highlighting the importance of beholding the self-sacrificing love of Jesus Christ, practicing humility, fasting, and prioritizing others over oneself.

🔍 Christian deconstruction is the process of re-evaluating one’s faith, questioning traditional beliefs, and examining the impact of traditions and doctrines.

Highlights

🗣️ Deconstruction involves critically examining the teachings, doctrines, and traditions of Christianity to determine their truthfulness and impact.

🌍 Deconstruction can be polarizing and seen as an attack on Christianity, especially when it rejects traditional beliefs and embraces social norms.

📚 It is important to study and understand the scriptures, seek counsel from wise individuals, and avoid relying solely on internet articles and social media.

👥 Engaging in community and seeking guidance from others can provide support and diverse perspectives during the process of re-evaluating one’s faith.

🙏 Going through deconstruction can lead to reconstruction, where the individual rebuilds their faith on a firmer foundation, guided by a deeper understanding of God’s word.

If you're looking for hope and encouragement in the midst of anxiety, then this episode is for you. In this episode we explore how to find peace during anxiety and how to trust God when feeling overwhelmed. Additionally, practical tips and strategies for managing anxiety in daily life are shared .