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Mental health is at the forefront of many important conversations in our culture today, but when psychological concepts are popularized, they can lose their medical significance. And when pop psychology enters the church, people’s expectations of the church and its leaders are viewed through the lens of psychological health and wellness.
In his new book, Resisting Therapy Culture, Matthew Loftus unpacks how this kind of "therapy culture" can distort the Christian life. He takes a careful look at how churches can love and support those with mental health struggles while retaining their true calling to bring people to worship God. Through a thoughtful discussion on the importance of mental health professionals and the relationship between therapy and the church, he encourages church leaders to renew their focus on leading people in worship.
Institutional skepticism targets not merely ideas or beliefs, but the institutions that represent them. How do we minister effectively in such an environment?
Christian leaders have always grappled with tough issues surrounding finances and faith. Their insights still speak to us today.
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In this episode, host Steve Cuss speaks with political scientist and pastor Ryan Burge about his book The Vanishing Church. Are political extremes hollowing out moderate churches?
