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Therapy and Theology

Have you ever looked at a situation you’re facing in utter disbelief and thought, "How will I ever get over this?" Lysa TerKeurst understands. After years of heartbreak and emotional trauma, she realized it’s not about just getting over hard circumstances but learning how to work through what she has walked through. Now, she wants to help you do the same. That’s why Lysa teamed up with her personal, licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress, alongside the Director of Theological Research at

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45:52

Is This God, the Enemy, or My Own Emotions? | Therapy...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/10/08

We must avoid living in one of these two extremes: obsessing over the spiritual realm or completely neglecting it. The most balanced place to live is where we're operating in spiritual discernment by the power of the Holy Spirit. Because the devil is crafty, but he is not creative, and God has given us tools to grow in awareness of his schemes without giving in to fear.In this episode, you will learn:How to discern what’s spiritual warfare and what’s simply part of living in a broken

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2:31

How To Live in a Broken World With a Spiritual...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/10/01

In Season 14 of Therapy & Theology, we’re learning what it means to live aware but not afraid. Together we’ll explore topics like spiritual discernment, spiritual warfare, the armor of God, death and dying, heaven and hell, what Scripture says about the unseen realities behind the battles we face, and so much more.You see, there is a seen, physical reality to the things we experience, but then there is also an unseen, spiritual reality coexisting at the same time. While we don't want to

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41:20

S13 E3 | Their Chaos Doesn't Have to be Your Chaos

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/09/17

We know that it isn't our responsibility to control another person, but when they're chaos enters into our world and we want it to stop, we start trying to manage them without even realizing what we are doing. Friend, you have co-signed their chaos long enough. Now it's crucial that you exercise the one type of control we are supposed to have as followers of Christ — self-control.In this episode, you will learn:How to set healthy boundaries with difficult people.How we unintentionally add

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39:57

S13 E2 | Are You Being Responsible or Trying to Control?

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/09/10

If we are honest, sometimes we declare that our trust is in the Lord, but we simultaneously doubt His plans and frantically come up with our own. In the name of "being responsible," we obsess over how to get everyone and every circumstance to line up with the outcome we think is best.In this episode, you will learn how to:Identify sneaky controlling tendencies that may be hiding behind good intentions.Plan for the future without obsessing over the future.Be responsible for what you can be

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45:45

S13 E1 | You’re Not Controlling, You’re Afraid

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/09/03

Most of us aren't "controlling people" by nature. We are usually caring people whose desperation has compelled us try and fix what we already know is beyond our ability to control. But underneath the need to control is often something deeper: fear. And that fear has convinced us that it's our job to fix, manage, and hold everything together.In this episode, you will learn:How to identify the root of what you're truly afraid of.The four components of fear — and how understanding them can

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2:10

Season 13 Trailer | Making Peace with What I Can’t...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/08/27

Welcome to Season 13 of Therapy & Theology! Over the next few weeks, you're going to get an inside look into Lysa TerKeurst’s new book, Making Peace with What I Can’t Control.This message will come alive as you learn:What's really driving your temptation to control people, outcomes and circumstances.How to recognize when healthy responsibility has crossed the line into fear-driven control.How to navigate around other people's chaos without losing your peace and sanity.How to release

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66:52

Bonus: When Healing Feels Slow, Relationships Are...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/07/23

In this Q&A episode, Lysa TerKeurst, Counselor Jim Cress, and Dr. Joel Muddamalle respond to questions sent in by generous partners of Proverbs 31 Ministries.They're answering questions like:Can anxiety ever be cured?How do I set boundaries with someone who is in active addiction?What does biblical submission in marriage look like?Why does God feel distant even when I pray and read my Bible?Can Satan influence our thoughts?Links and resources we mention in this episode:We’re grateful to

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54:38

Bonus: When Helping Others Starts Hurting You

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/06/25

However you are called to help other people, that is your personal ministry. But how can you serve others, lead well, and make a difference without losing yourself or burning out?In this episode, you'll learn:When helping others crosses the line into enabling, you're trying to "play savior," or even becoming codependent.How to manage internal desires you have, like longing for affirmation, so that you can stay healthy, emotionally grounded, and purehearted.The difference between bettering

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48:48

S12 E6 | "How To Raise Healthy Kids, Not Just Happy...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/06/11

Parenting in today's world has never felt more overwhelming. Between rising anxiety, social media, and the pressure to get it all right, many Christian parents are wondering: How do I raise resilient, emotionally healthy kids?In this episode, featuring counselors Sissy Goff and David Thomas, you'll learn:Common parenting mistakes that unintentionally undermine a child's confidence, capability, and emotional growth.How to discern the difference between healthy struggle and situations that

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32:23

S12 E5 | Does Praying for Our Family Make a Difference?

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/05/07

Praying for our family shouldn't be our last resort — it should be our first priority.In this episode, you'll learn:Scripture-based prayers you can borrow when you feel inadequate or short of words.How to persist and make peace with prayers that have gone unanswered.The powerful, generational impact prayer can have on your family.Links and Resources We Mention in This Episode:Give today, and get a copy of Come Close to Jesus by Lysa TerKeurst as our thank-you. Get started here!Fight for

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35:08

S12 E4 | How To Set Healthy Boundaries Without...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/04/30

Healthy relationships require healthy boundaries — even with family members. While dysfunction or even abuse needs to be addressed, are there instances where we have taken boundaries "too far"?In this episode, you'll learn:When relational boundaries become unhealthy, leading to cutoffs, emotional distance, or family estrangement.How to set boundaries with family members in a way that increases safety, improves communication, and reduces isolation.How to protect your emotional health without

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36:25

S12 E3 | 7 Things That Build and Break Trust in Your...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/04/23

It’s not always the “big betrayals” that damage trust in a marriage. More often, it’s the seemingly “little things” that are easy to overlook.In this episode, you'll learn:The two essentials that must be present for trust to thrive.How to stop having the same argument with your spouse.A simple assessment to help you establish your unique “trust language” as a couple.Links and Resources We Mention in This Episode:Download the "Healthy Conversations Contract" here.Fight for your family by

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39:36

S12 E2 | The Small Marriage Issues That Turn Into Big...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/04/16

Experiencing hardships in marriage is inevitable — especially as both seasons and partners change. But what truly matters is how you communicate through those challenges.In this episode, you'll learn how to:Stop avoiding conflict and fight for connection.Know your spouse on a deeper, emotional level.Be on the same team even when you aren't on the same page.Links and Resources We Mention in This Episode:Fight for your family by downloading 15 Prayers for Your Husband and 15 Prayers for Your

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36:20

S12 E1 | How To Build a Family Where Everyone Belongs

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/04/09

With so much against us and our families in today's world, how can we build a family rooted in biblical Truth and a strong sense of belonging?In this episode, you'll learn:Four things that fracture belonging in a family unit — and how to work through them.The four S’s of healthy attachment.Ideas for writing your own personal family mission statement or covenant.Insights on family dynamics from the Bible.Links and Resources We Mention in This Episode:Fight for your family by downloading 15

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3:05

Season 12 Trailer | Fight for Your Family

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/04/02

Welcome to Season 12 of Therapy & Theology: Fight for Your Family!Are you longing to strengthen your marriage, build deeper family relationships, or parent with greater intentionality in today’s modern world? In this new season of Therapy & Theology, we combine biblical wisdom with practical therapeutic tools to help you fight for the relationships that matter most.In this six-episode series, you’ll discover:How to use scriptural prayers for your family to strengthen your faith and

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51:02

S11 E4 | "What Does It Mean To Be Relationally...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/03/05

A relationship can only be as healthy as the individuals in that relationship. So how can we grow and show up as our best selves for the people in our lives?In this episode, you’ll learn:Four things that erode or even break apart a good relationship.How to improve communication and work through conflict when you’re feeling misunderstood.How to answer the question "What is really bothering me?" so you can identify root issues.Links and Resources We Mention in This Episode:Get your copy of I

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37:15

S11 E3 | "What Does It Mean To Be Emotionally...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/02/26

Our emotions are God-given signals designed to guide us toward greater self-reflection, self-awareness, and spiritual growth. But how do we learn to manage our feelings instead of letting them control us?In this episode, you’ll learn:How to maintain emotional health, whether you tend to suppress your emotions or feel them intensely.Practical strategies for staying emotionally regulated as a parent.How relationships contribute to our emotional well-being — for better or worse — and how to

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44:16

S11 E2 | "What Does It Mean To Be Mentally Healthy?"...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/02/19

In today's world, it can feel like stress is unavoidable. Is constant pressure and burnout just part of life now? How can we protect our mental health with so much pulling at us?In this episode, you’ll learn:How to identify stressors in our life and assess how you're really doing.What to do when you feel overwhelmed by shame.Practical scripts you can borrow to reach out to someone when you need help.Four essential questions to ask your loved ones as you support their mental health

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47:51

S11 E1 | "What Does It Mean To Be Spiritually...

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/02/12

If you’ve ever been tempted to confuse spiritual health with spiritual perfection, this conversation is for you.In this episode, you’ll learn:The markers of a spiritually healthy Christian and the daily habits they consistently pursue.The overlooked patterns that may be threatening your spiritual health and relationship with God.How to escape shame, guilt, and isolation and return to the Lord — who has never left your side.Links and Resources We'll Mention This Episode:Download the "Healthy

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9:16

Introducing Season 11 and What’s in Store for 2026

Therapy and Theology ·

2026/02/05

Therapy & Theology is back for the first time in 2026! Season 11 includes four brand-new episodes designed to help you take an honest look at your life and grow healthier — spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and relationally. Think of this season as a “health check,” where each episode dives deep into a key area through meaningful one-on-one conversations with a trusted Therapy & Theology voice.This season isn’t about quick fixes or becoming a “new you” overnight. It’s about

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