Oct 15 2024 34 mins
What if understanding Jesus' emotions could transform your spiritual life? Join us as we welcome Becky Castle Miller, who shares her remarkable journey of navigating emotional health struggles and how they led her to explore the intersection of emotions and discipleship in Christianity. Becky's profound insights, particularly through the Gospel of Luke, reveal how studying the emotions of Christ has been spiritually transformative for her, offering a new lens of Christ-like compassion and reaffirming faith during times of personal trauma.
Discover a biblical perspective on anxiety as we unpack the story of Martha in the New Testament. We delve into the translation nuances of "merimnao," traditionally understood as anxiety, and discuss its implications in light of modern mental health challenges. This conversation invites a shift from fear to confidence, focusing on faith and past provisions. Becky's dissertation work sheds light on the emotional constructs within the scriptures, with female disciples like Martha offering profound theological insights that continue to resonate today.
Finally, we tackle the misconceptions surrounding mental illness, highlighting the necessity of a holistic approach to healing that integrates the mind, body, and spirit. Becky emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed church communities and shares valuable resources to create nurturing spaces for healing and personal growth. Through an engaging discussion on emotional coaching, Becky offers her methods and philosophies, providing listeners with tools to foster environments of compassion and understanding. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights from Becky and enrich your understanding of emotions and discipleship.
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