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Therapy and Theology

Therapy and Theology

Lysa TerKeurst 94 Episodes Sep 17, 2026

Lysa TerKeurst, along with her counselor Jim Cress and theological researcher Dr. Joel Muddamalle, discuss difficult topics related to emotional trauma and heartbreak. They aim to help listeners work through their struggles rather than just get over them. The podcast is presented as a conversation among friends, blending personal experience with professional insight.

Episodes

S13 E3 | Their Chaos Doesn't Have to be Your Chaos
S13 E3 | Their Chaos Doesn't Have to be Your Chaos Sep 17, 2026 2480 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
S13 E2 | Are You Being Responsible or Trying to Control?
S13 E2 | Are You Being Responsible or Trying to Control? Sep 10, 2026 2397 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 go
S13 E1 | You’re Not Controlling, You’re Afraid
S13 E1 | You’re Not Controlling, You’re Afraid Sep 3, 2026 2745 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
Season 13 Trailer | Making Peace with What I Can’t Control
Season 13 Trailer | Making Peace with What I Can’t Control Aug 27, 2026 130 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 con
Bonus: When Healing Feels Slow, Relationships Are Strained, and God Seems Silent | Q&A with Lysa, Jim, and Dr. Joel
Bonus: When Healing Feels Slow, Relationships Are Strained, and God Seems Silent | Q&A with Lysa, Jim, and Dr. Joel Jul 23, 2026 4012 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
Bonus: When Helping Others Starts Hurting You
Bonus: When Helping Others Starts Hurting You Jun 25, 2026 3278 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
S12 E6 | "How To Raise Healthy Kids, Not Just Happy Kids" With Sissy Goff and David Thomas
S12 E6 | "How To Raise Healthy Kids, Not Just Happy Kids" With Sissy Goff and David Thomas Jun 11, 2026 2754 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, capabi
S12 E5 | Does Praying for Our Family Make a Difference?
S12 E5 | Does Praying for Our Family Make a Difference? May 7, 2026 1782 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,
S12 E4 | How To Set Healthy Boundaries Without Damaging Relationships
S12 E4 | How To Set Healthy Boundaries Without Damaging Relationships Apr 30, 2026 1940 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 incr
S12 E3 | 7 Things That Build and Break Trust in Your Marriage
S12 E3 | 7 Things That Build and Break Trust in Your Marriage Apr 23, 2026 2018 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
S12 E2 | The Small Marriage Issues That Turn Into Big Problems Over Time
S12 E2 | The Small Marriage Issues That Turn Into Big Problems Over Time Apr 16, 2026 2209 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 i
S12 E1 | How To Build a Family Where Everyone Belongs
S12 E1 | How To Build a Family Where Everyone Belongs Apr 9, 2026 2043 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

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