Under the Juniper Tree

Under the Juniper Tree episodes:

• 03.24.2020

  “COVID-19 and Isolation” (Under the Juniper Tree S11E6)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 11, Episode 6, Released Tuesday, March 24, 2020 Putting the Social Media discussion on hold for the time being. ·         COVID-19 has become a pandemic and we are wondering what to do. o   Many have been somewhat...

  
• 03.19.2020

  “Social Media and ‘Likes'” (Under the Juniper Tree S11E5)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 11, Episode 5 for Thursday, March 19, 2020 At first, I wanted to deal with this from the standpoint of narcissism but something recently changed. o   Yes, we can get narcissistic online and we should keep from...

  
• 02.27.2020

  “Social Media: Posting the Truth” (Under the Juniper Tree S11E4)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 11, Episode 4 for Thursday, February 27, 2020 It is easy to share information on our personal accounts but are the things we post truth? We might share things about politicians, which may be false. Think...

  
• 01.23.2020

  “Dangers of Social Media: The Freedom of an Online Presence” (Under the Juniper Tree S11E3)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 11, Episode 3 for Thursday, January 23, 2020 I feel that I need to remind us that there is are some inherent dangers in our usage of social media and these are things of which we...

  
• 01.16.2020

  “Book Review: ‘My Thorn in the Flesh'” (Under the Juniper Tree S11E2)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 11, Episode 2 for Thursday, January 16, 2020 Andrew Crowe reviews My Thorn In the Flesh: A Vietnam Veteran Speaks About PTSD and the Bible by Bobby Gayton. Links Order My Thorn in the Flesh: A Vietnam Veteran...

  
• 01.09.2020

  “Psalm 90: Living In View of Eternity” (Under the Juniper Tree S11E1)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 11, Episode 1 for Thursday, January 9, 2020 V.1-7 — Shows the difference between God and man o   God is immortal while man is not. o   The imagery given by Moses is that of God cutting man down....

  
• 12.17.2019

  “A Look at Existentialistic Theory of Counseling” (Under the Juniper Tree S10E7)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 10, Episode 7 for Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Thought up by Viktor Frankl. o   Spent portion of life in Concentration Camps during WW2. o   Family died and was the only survivor. o   Noticed something about his fellow prisoners. He...

  
• 12.10.2019

  “Jarrid Wilson and Mental Illness” (Under the Juniper Tree S10E6)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 10, Episode 6 for Tuesday, December 10, 2019  Back in September Jarrid Wilson, a preacher at what is termed a “mega-church,” passed away. o   Wilson was an avid supporter of mental health awareness. o   Earlier in the day...

  
• 10.22.2019

  “Can We Take Medication?” (Under the Juniper Tree S10E5)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 10, Episode 5 for Tuesday, October 22, 2019 Can we take medication for mental illness? o   Yes. o   1 Tim.5:23 ·         Should we take medication for mental illness? o   For some the answer is yes. o   For some the answer is...

  
• 09.24.2019

  “The Works of the Flesh Argument” (Under the Juniper Tree S10E4)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 10, Episode 4 for Tuesday, September 24, 2019 Take note of Gal. 2:20 Some try to argue the sinfulness of taking medication from the word “witchcraft.” The Greek word is “pharmakia” and is where we get...

  
• 09.17.2019

  “A Proper View of Medication” (Under the Juniper Tree S10E3)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 10, Episode 3 for Tuesday, September 17, 2019 ·         It is at this point we want to understand the proper view of medication. ·         The types of medication. o   Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI). This blocks the body’s ability...

  
• 08.27.2019

  “The Atheism Argument” (Under the Juniper Tree S10E2)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 10, Episode 2 for Tuesday, August 27, 2019 The Atheism Argument o   The argument states that counseling and psychiatry have their basis in Atheism ergo, it’s best not to trust their methods. o   There’s some truth to this...

  
• 08.06.2019

  “Can the Christian Take Medication for Mental Illness?” Part 1 (Under the Juniper Tree S10E1)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 10, Episode 1 for Tuesday, August 6, 2019 This is somewhat of  hot button within Christianity. ·         There are many who are opposed to the idea of taking medication for a few reasons: o   Claims that anti-depressants create...

  
• 06.18.2019

  “‘Physician,’ Heal Yourself.” (Under the Juniper Tree S9E10)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 10 for Tuesday, June 18, 2019 We want to discuss some errors we can make in discussing medical issues with others.You can add anxiety concerning the nature of the disease.We may not have all...

  
• 05.14.2019

  “Awareness” (Under the Juniper Tree S9E9)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 9 for Tuesday, May 14, 2019 May is Mental Health Awareness Month. ·         It is important to give some reminders concerning the importance of our knowledge and wanting to be a benefit to those who...

  
• 04.23.2019

  “Men and Violence” (Under the Juniper Tree S9E8)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 8 for Tuesday, April 23, 2019 ·         “But something is amiss for men as well. Men commit 90 percent of homicides in the United States and represent 77 percent of homicide victims. They’re the demographic...

  
• 04.09.2019

  “Men and Health” (Under the Juniper Tree S9E7)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 7 for Tuesday, April 9, 2019 APA reports that men are less likely to seek medical attention and eat less vegetables than females. ·         Why?                       o   One reason deals with difficulty to express their fears. o   Another...

  
• 03.26.2019

  “Men and Emotions” (Under the Juniper Tree S9E6)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 6 for Tuesday, March 26, 2019 One aspect of what some Psychologists refer to as “toxic manliness” is the repression of emotions.Repression can lead to major health issues: high blood pressure, stroke, and heart...

  
• 02.19.2019

  “Review: How to Win Over Emotions by J.J. Turner” (Under the Juniper Tree S9E5)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 5 for Tuesday, February 19, 2019 The book covers the topic of our emotions. We can either be overcome by our emotions or overcome them. Pros Practical Scriptural Covers a Variety of topics Cons Grammatical...

  
• 02.05.2019

  “Can Stress Bless?” Part 5 (Under the Juniper Tree S9E4)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 4 for Tuesday, February 5, 2019 I. An Example (The Poor and Rich) (v. 9-11). A. We have an example of the poor and the rich facing trials and how that should lead to...

  
• 01.29.2019

  “Can Stress Bless?” Part Four (Under the Juniper Tree S9E3)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 3 for Tuesday, January 29, 2019 I.        Seek God in Faith (v. 5-8) (Ask of God). A.     V. 5 1.      We may not have any idea what we need to do while going through these trials –...

  
• 01.22.2019

  “Can Stress Bless?” Part 3 (Under the Juniper Tree S9E2)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 2 for Tuesday, January 22, 2019 I. Surrender Yourself to Patience (But Let) (v. 4). A. But let patience have.. Let Patience keep on having – every time we face a trial, we let...

  
• 01.15.2019

  “Can Stress Bless?” Part 2 (Under the Juniper Tree S9E1)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 9, Episode 1 for Tuesday, January 15, 2019 I. Know the Benefit of the Experience (Knowing This) (v. 3). A. Knowing this The author is about to explain to his audience that there is a fact...

  
• 12.11.2018

  “Can Stress Bless?” Part 1 (Under the Juniper Tree S8e8)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 8 for Tuesday, December 11, 2018 That seems like a strange question as most would say no. o   I would argue there is. o   Please read James 1:2-12. o   This points out that a blessing...

  
• 12.04.2018

  “Blessed is the Man” Part 4 (Under the Juniper Tree S8E7)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 7 for Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Obligation Man wants to be blessed. Some what it but want to do the least amount of work possible. “God, I will do nothing but you do everything.” I...

  
• 11.06.2018

  “Blessed is the Man (Part 02)” (Under the Juniper Tree S8E6)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 6 for Tuesday, November 6, 2018 God wants man to be blessed. God revealed how a man may be blessed. Psalm 32:1-2; 33:12, 34:8, 41:1-2 Prov. 8:34 Man can be blessed. God’s blessings are...

  
• 10.30.2018

  “Blessed is the Man (Part 1)” (Under the Juniper Tree S8E5)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 5 for Tuesday, October 30, 2018 The word in the Hebrew means “happy” or “happiness,” and, while not seen in the English is used as a plural interjection. The New Testament word means “supremely blessed.”...

  
• 09.11.2018

  “How Can We Seek Peace?” (Under the Juniper Tree S8E4)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 4 for Tuesday, September 11, 2018 o   Treat Others the Way YOU want to be Treated §  Matt. 7:12 o   Do Not Be a Firestarter §  As charcoal to hot embers and wood to...

  
• 09.04.2018

  “Live Peaceably With All Men (Rom. 12:18)” (Under the Juniper Tree S8E3)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 3 for Tuesday, September 4, 2018 ·         If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. (Rom. 12:18; ESV). ·         Breakdown of the verse: ·         “If Possible…” means that peace...

  
• 08.28.2018

  “Review: ‘Christians Get Depressed, Too’ by David Murray” (Under the Juniper Tree S8E2)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 2 for Tuesday, August 28, 2018 ·         First book on depression/Christianity I ever read. ·         The book is broken down into six chapters. o   Ch. 1 deals with the problem and why it should be...

  
• 08.07.2018

  “Is Counseling a Bad Thing?” (Under the Juniper Tree S8E1)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 8, Episode 1 for Tuesday, August 7, 2018 ·         There seems to be a common fear I have been able to note in many a Christian. o   There is a nervousness when I mention that I...

  
• 06.19.2018

  “Thoughts Concerning Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E15)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 15 for Tuesday, June 19, 2018 My Thoughts Concerning Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain For some time I wanted to speak concerning the topic of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. o   For those unfamiliar,...

  
• 06.12.2018

  “Review: ‘Treating Pornography Addiction’ by Dr. Kevin Skinner” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E14)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 14 for Tuesday, June 12, 2018 Purchase Treating Pornography Addiction: The Essential Tools for Recovery by Dr. Kevin Skinner here. Essential for: Addicts: May open old wound or create new ones but the pain...

  
• 06.05.2018

  “Online Resources to Help” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E13)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 13 for Tuesday, June 5, 2018 Education is a vital part of our Christian lives. ·         Fightthenewdrug.org o   One of the more mainstream website. Founded by members of the Latter Day Saints but...

  
• 05.29.2018

  “I Have Trouble With Transparency” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E12)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 12 for Tuesday, May 29, 2018 How much is too much when it comes to transparency? I find that I am often silent when it comes to transparency for a few reasons. Stigmas...

  
• 05.08.2018

  “Help in Changing Habits” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E11)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 11 for Tuesday, May 8, 2018 Patience. Look at Why. Write. Replace Bad Habits With Good. Cut Off Your Hand and Pluck Out Your Eye. Links Click here for all episodes of Under the...

  
• 04.24.2018

  “Beating the Addiction: Accountability” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E10)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 10 for Tuesday, April 24, 2018 We need to be accountable as we are accountable to God (Rom. 14:12). Two programs one can use on computer/phones/tablets are Accountable2You and Covenant Eyes. We need people...

  
• 04.03.2018

  “Pornography Affects My Relationship With God (Part 02)” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E9)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 9 for Tuesday, April 3, 2018 o   Rollercoaster of Hopelessness §  Countless people have experienced the rollercoaster of repentance, prayer, falling back into the addiction, and the cycle repeats. §  Eventually people want to...

  
• 03.27.2018

  “Pornography Affects My Relationship With God (Part 01)” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E8)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 9 for Tuesday, March 27, 2018 o   I understand this is a given but it needs to be pointed out. o   Pornography consumption will destroy your relationship with God. o   It Stunts Spiritual Growth § ...

  
• 03.20.2018

  “Pornography Can Affect Your Relationships” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E7)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 7 for Tuesday, March 20, 2018 ·         There are various relationships we have. Porn will affect them all. ·         Marriage o   Sciencemag.org: Men who watched pornography partway through a 2-year period doubled their chances of...

  
• 03.06.2018

  “Physical/Mental Problems Which Could Occur from Porn Usage” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E6)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 6 for Tuesday, March 6, 2018 Depression o   Studies have shown strong correlation between depression and pornography usage in teenagers. o   Furthermore, studies by Kevin Skinner has shown that men (married or single) who consume...

  
• 02.27.2018

  “The Effects of Porn on the Brain” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E5)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 5 for Tuesday, February 27, 2018 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well. (Psalm 139:14) ·         Some have claimed the effects...

  
• 02.20.2018

  “Sex Addiction in the Church: 12 Christian Men Share Their Stories of Recovery” Edited by Steve Steele (Under the Juniper Tree S7E4)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 4 for Tuesday, February 20, 2018 Read this book as it will bring us out of our comfort zone. It reminds us of the reality of sin and what addiction can do. It reminds...

  
• 02.13.2018

  “The Makings of an Addict” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E3)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 3 for Tuesday, February 13, 2018 What are some of the factors in leading someone to possibly becoming a porn addict? Being exposed at a young age (average age of exposure is 11 years old)....

  
• 02.06.2018

  “The Definition of Pornography and Why We Study It” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E2)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 2 for Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Listener Discretion is Advised. The word pornography is taken from two Greek words. Pornea (Matt. 19:9) which can mean adultery, harlotry, and gives a picture of prostitution. Graphe means something...

  
• 01.23.2018

  “When Anxiety Isn’t” (Under the Juniper Tree S7E1)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 7, Episode 1 for Tuesday, January 23, 2018 Andrew shares the story of how he found out he had atrial tachycardia. Point of the story: We should use wisdom in all we do. We may just write...

  
• 12.19.2017

  “Grief is Different and a Healer” (Under the Juniper Tree S6E12)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 6, Episode 12 for Tuesday, December 19, 2017 John 11 gives us a moment to read about Lazarus’ death. This gives us the opportunity to see how Christ dealt with two mourning sisters. v. 20...

  
• 12.12.2017

  “Grief is Natural” (Under the Juniper Tree S6E11)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 6, Episode 11 for Tuesday, December 12, 2017 We often fear grief because of the discomfort it brings us but the Bible shows it to be a natural reaction. Consider: Deut. 34:8, 1 Sam. 1:7,...

  
• 12.05.2017

  “Grief: Meaning” (Under the Juniper Tree S6E10)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 6, Episode 10 for Tuesday, December 5, 2017 When defining this word, we will use an overly simplistic definition: Deep Sorrow. Think of Job 1 and 2. All of these things occurred to Job which...

  
• 11.28.2017

  “Promises and Providence” (Under the Juniper Tree S6E9)

  Under the Juniper Tree Season 6, Episode 9 for Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Promises: 1 Sam 30:8b Notice the words of encouragement: “Thou shalt surely…without fail…” We serve a God who cannot lie (Titus 1:2). Think of all the promises He has...