Spiritual Brain Surgery with Dr. Lee Warren
When life gets hard, does what we think we believe hold us up, or does it crumble under the weight of doubt? I'm your host, Dr. Lee Warren- I'm a brain surgeon, author, and a person who's seen some stuff and wondered where God is in all this mess. This is The Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast, where we'll take a hard look at what we believe, why we believe it, and the neuroscience behind how our minds and our brains can smash together with faith to help us become healthier, feel better, and be happier so we can find the hope to withstand anything life throws at us. You've got questions, and we're going to do the hard work to find the answers, but you can't change your life until you change your mind, and it's gonna take some spiritual-brain surgery to get it done. So let's get after it.
Episodes
A Big Announcement, and a Short Encouragement
A special announcement regarding the future of Spiritual Brain Surgery, and a short encouragement for you. Resources and Links:📖 My book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of You🎙️ Subscribe to The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast for weekly strategies to change your brain and life.📖 Grab my book Hope Is the First Dose.
(00:05) - Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery
Body Image Is a Brain Problem, Not a Vanity Issue with Leanne Ellington
You’ve been told that body image is about self-esteem. Or confidence. Or that it’s just a “vanity issue” you need to pray your way out of. But what if the issue isn’t your reflection, but it’s your wiring?In this final episode of the Spiritual Brain Surgery takeover series, guest host Leanne Ellington dismantles one of the biggest lies women have been taught: that if we just loved ourselv
Creating a Natural 'Ozempic Effect' in Your Brain (with Faith & Neuroscience), with Leanne Ellington
Ozempic might be quieting the food noise for some women, but what happens when the medication wears off, the weight comes back, or the brain circuits underneath remain untouched?In Part 2 of the Spiritual Brain Surgery takeover series, guest host Leanne Ellington dives into what she calls the brain-based "Ozempic Effect", a natural, sustainable way to quiet the food noise by working WITH
The Spiritual Cost of Food and Body Fixation with Leanne Ellington
You think your struggle with food is about willpower. Or that your body image issues are just about confidence. But what if the real cost isn’t on the scale, but it’s actually in your spirit?In this powerful opening to the Spiritual Brain Surgery takeover series, guest host Leanne Ellington pulls back the curtain on what food and body obsession is really stealing from you. From missed mom
Jesus Understands Us (Tuesdays with Tata)
In this episode of Tuesdays with Tata on Spiritual Brain Surgery, we take a look at Jesus's role as our high priest. Tata goes through the book of Hebrews and shows us that in Jesus, we have a priest who knows what we're going through, and thus understands us. Whatever you're facing, this episode will give you confidence that you have a friend you can trust to help you deal with it. Reso
Mattie Jackson Smith
Mattie Jackson Smith's World Was Shattered(Bringing you this bonus episode in preparation for a brand new conversation with Mattie that will drop Friday on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast)Just shy of her one-year anniversary with her husband Ben, a seemingly small accident left her widowed and wondering where God was. Her story is full of grief, pain, and loss, but lands on hope and a future f
Your Brain on Addiction, Recovery, Healing, and Hope: Caroline Beidler
This episode of The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast is guest-hosted by my good friend Caroline Beidler, a writer, and long-term recovery advocate. Caroline shares her personal journey with addiction and trauma, emphasizing the complex and multifaceted nature of addiction. She discusses how understanding the biological impacts of substance use and the concept of neuroplasticity can foster
A Template for Life-Changing Prayer (Tuesdays with Tata)
In this episode of Tuesdays with Tata on Spiritual Brain Surgery, Dr. Lee Warren and Tata delve into the significance of the Lord's Prayer as a model for personal prayer. They explore the impact of each part of the prayer, emphasizing the importance of connecting with God relationally, seeking His will, and relying on His provisions. They also discuss handling temptation, spiritual warfar
The Neurobiology of Suffering: Bridging Faith and Science
In this episode, Dr. Lee Warren dives deep into the neurobiology of suffering, building on last week's theological exploration of the same topic. He emphasizes the importance of understanding both the spiritual and scientific perspectives on suffering to effectively manage it. The discussion covers the physiological processes involved in pain perception and chronic pain syndromes, highlig
A Hard Look at Suffering
If God is Good, Why is There Suffering?A hard look at the biggest question: why is life so hard if God loves us?Here's a look at the answer, and what to do about it!Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, James 1:2-4, Proverbs 2:10Book Mentioned: Is God Real? by Lee StrobelChapters00:00 Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery01:00 Purpose and Vision of the Podcast01:41 Exploring the Topic of Suffering01
Understanding the Light (Tuesdays with Tata)
In this Tuesdays with Tata episode, Tata and I ponder the profound insights of John 1 from the Bible. We discuss the significance of Jesus as the Word, and how getting to know him brings light into even the hardest parts of our lives. Tata shares some stories from his decades of walking alongside people in their most difficult moments, and he invites us to consider the challenges of faith
Men Don't Run in the Rain: Lessons from Rick Burgess (and other dads)
In this episode, I give you five lessons I learned from my conversation with Rick Burgess, New York Times bestselling author and celebrated radio host (Rick and Bubba, The Rick Burgess Show). Rick has a new book about his dad Bill, called Men Don't Run in the Rain. This episode is a prequel to the full interview, which will be released on 5/30//2025 on The Self-Brain Surgery Podcast. R
A New Path Forward
Why We Need Spiritual Brain SurgeryToday, I'm sharing thoughts inspired by a fallen tree, a blocked road, and the search for a new path forward after unexpected calamity. I want you to understand the importance of connecting faith with neuroscientific principles, and why we need two different podcasts to make space for this incredible community of budding self-brain surgeons. We discuss
Devil or Diagnosis: Unraveling the Complexities of Mental Health and Spiritual Warfare
Are our thought problems the result of spiritual attack, or mental health issues? Are they just bad habits, or are they bad biochemistry? In short, are the things that trouble us Devil, or Diagnosis?Dr. Lee Warren revisits a 2023 episode to address recent inquiries about mental health struggles, particularly obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and whether they stem from mental issues, sp
A New Look at Suffering (Tuesdays with Tata)
Embracing Suffering: Finding Strength and Hope in HardshipIn this new Tuesdays with Tata episode, we dive into the heavy topic of suffering, particularly through personal tragedies, and explore how these experiences cultivate endurance, character, and hope. Tata stresses the importance of relying on God through trials and how suffering can strengthen one's faith. Real-life anecdotes, bibl
Christy Osborne and Meade Shirley: The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery and You, Part 2
GUEST HOST EPISODE: Meade Shirley and Christy OsborneThis is part 2 of a powerful look at how the ten commandments of Self-Brain Surgery™ can help you break free from anything that's keeping you stuck in your life.Join my friends, the two powerhouses behind the amazing But Jesus Drank Wine Podcast, Christy Osborne and Meade Holland Shirley, as they break down the neuroscience and faith co
Doubting Thomas and the Power of Belief: Tuesdays with Tata
Doubting Thomas and the Power of BeliefIn this special Easter Sunday episode, Tata and I delve into the story of Doubting Thomas, recorded against the backdrop of a beautiful sunrise by the riverbank. We explore the resurrection of Jesus, the significance of belief in the absence of physical evidence, and the importance of faith in times of doubt. The conversation highlights key biblical
Meade Shirley and Christy Osborne: The Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery and You, Part 1
GUEST HOST EPISODE: Meade Shirley and Christy OsborneThis is part 1 of a powerful look at how the ten commandments of self-brain surgery™ can help you break free from anything that's keeping you stuck in your life. Join my friends, the two powerhouses behind the amazing But Jesus Drank Wine Podcast, Christy Osborne and Meade Holland Shirley, as they break down the neuroscience and faith c
Tuesdays with Tata Classic: Deep Dive Into Worldview and Theology
A replay of Tuesdays with Tata #2, to finish off the discussion we had last week on the essential question for new listeners: "Who is Tata?"Dennis McDonald, otherwise known as "Tata" to grandkids, friends, and people all over the world, is the namesake of our regular Spiritual Brain Surgery feature, Tuesdays with Tata. He's also my father-in-law, and sidekick for over 20 years, and I'm so
Diving into the Psalms: Tuesdays with Tata
What does the book of Psalms have to do with modern life?Join me for an inspiring and vulnerable conversation with Tata about turning to an ancient prayer book during life's hardest moments. You don't want to miss this one!Resources and LinksDane Ortlund's beautiful Psalms commentary, In the Lord I Take RefugeMy book, 2021 ECPA Memoir/Biography of the Year, I've Seen the End of YouBe sure
Dennis "Tata" McDonald, the Deep Dive
Getting to Know Tata, Getting to Know YourselfJoin me for an inspiring and vulnerable conversation with Tata about suffering, resilience, salvation, trust, and hope. This is Tata at his deepest level, where we find insights that can help us all understand ourselves and how we relate to God, pain, and faith. This is the deepest talk we’ve ever had, and it will help you. Our featured partne
High Places, Heart Issues, and an Unwise Wise Guy: Tuesdays with Tata
Solomon Was the Wisest Person to Ever Live, But That DIdn't Keep Him On the Right PathJoin me for an inspiring and sobering conversation with Tata from the story of King Solomon in I Kings. We learn a lot about how to keep your heart on track, how wisdom is not the same as holiness, and how to find our way back when we wander. Our featured partner for this episode is Zuma Nutrition. Clic
Is God Real? My conversation with Lee Strobel
Today, a re-release of my conversation with Lee Strobel!Lee Stobel is a New York Times bestselling author, pastor, journalist, and apologist. Join me for an incredible conversation with Lee about his new book, Is God Real?, which is one of my Top 10 Books of 2023, and I think one of the most important books I've ever read. If you or someone you love is wondering about the biggest question
Wrong Place, Wrong Time: Lessons from David's Decisions (Tuesdays with Tata)
Not All Disasters Are AccidentsJoin me for an inspiring and sobering conversation with Tata from II Samuel 11. We dive into the story of David and Bathsheba, and see what happens when someone gets themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time. This week's Tuesdays with Tata is a must-listen!Our featured partner for this episode is Zuma Nutrition. Click this link, and checkout with the
A Proper Theology of Suffering, with Jon Seidl (Part 2)
In this episode of the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast, Dr. Lee Warren introduces guest host Jon Seidl for an enlightening discussion on the theology of suffering. Jon, author of Finding Rest: A Survivor's Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life, dives deep into his personal experiences of dealing with anxiety and OCD. He shares insights on interpreting life’s hardship
Overcoming Anxiety and OCD with Guest Host Jon Seidl, Part 1
Overcoming Anxiety and OCD: Strategies for Mental Health with Jon SeidlIn this episode of the Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast, Dr. Warren introduces guest host Jon Seidl, who shares his compelling journey with clinical anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Jon discusses his experiences growing up with undiagnosed mental health issues, his struggles in marriage, and the transfor
Do We Really Need a King? (Tuesdays with Tata)
In this episode of Tuesdays with Tata, we discuss the themes of faith and obedience through the story of Samuel and Saul in the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel. Tata guides us as we explore the Israelites' demand for a king, illustrating their rejection of God's authority. We analyze Samuel's heartbreak and Saul's kingship, highlighting the dangers of pride and disobedience. Emphasizing th
Re-introducing Spiritual Brain Surgery
Welcome to Spiritual Brain Surgery!Traveling this week, so we're giving you back episode 1 of the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast. This will help you if you're new to the show. We have exciting guest-hosted episodes, more Tuesdays with Tata, and all kinds of other powerful Spiritual Brain Surgery content coming to you weekly in 2025! Here's an overview of where we're going with Spiritual
God's Heart for You (Tuesdays with Tata)
In this episode of 'Spiritual Brain Surgery,' Dr. Lee Warren and his co-host Tata discuss the importance of maintaining faith during hard times, and a surprising lesson on how God loves us and how he can't stand it when we suffer because of sin from Judges 10:16. Set against the serene backdrop of a wintery Sunday afternoon by the North Platte River, the conversation delves into the Bible
Surprising News About Suffering (Tuesdays with Tata)
Facing Suffering with Faith: Conversations on Perseverance and HopeIn this episode of The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast, Dr. Lee Warren and Tata discuss the challenging topic of suffering and where God fits into our hardships. Reflecting on scriptures from Romans chapters 4 and 5, they explore the profound questions many believers face, such as the presence of a loving God amid sufferin
Neurotheology with Ann Voskamp
This conversation will help you find healing and power in the sacred space of prayer.Be ready to take notes, shed tears, and renew your hope as New York Times bestselling author Ann Voskamp gives us a masterclass on neuroscience, theology, and a deep dive into overcoming trauma, tragedy, and all the places where life can hurt.We discuss Ann's new prayer journals, Sacred Prayer and Gifts a
The Neuroscience and Power of Forgiveness (Tuesdays with Tata)
The Power of Forgiveness: Lessons from Jesus and StephenIn this episode of 'Tuesdays with Tata,' the discussion takes place on a frozen North Platte River, celebrating the New Year 2025. Dr. Lee Warren and Tata delve into the significance of New Year's resolutions and the neuroscience of forgiveness, drawing inspiration from biblical examples. They reflect on Jesus's crucifixion and Steph
Put Yourself in the Story: Tuesdays with Tata
A Conversation How to Read Scripture More Effectively, from Numbers 20In this episode of The Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast, host Dr. Lee Warren, a brain surgeon and author, explores the intersection of faith and neuroscience to help listeners navigate difficult times. Joined by Tata, they reflect on the biblical story of Moses in Numbers 20 and its implications for modern life. The disc
The Power of Both-And: A Christmas Gift of Perspective
A Christmas Gift for You: Both-AndIn this episode of 'Spiritual Brain Surgery,' Dr. Lee Warren shares a heartfelt message about coping with loss and finding happiness during the Christmas season. He acknowledges the difficulties many face during the holidays, particularly those dealing with trauma or the loss of a loved one. Sharing personal anecdotes, including the struggle of his first
The Character of God: Tuesdays with Tata
A Conversation About Who God Really Is, from Exodus Chapter 4Join Tata and me as we find out how to discover the power and hope available to us when we believe what God says about who he is. Our featured partner for this episode is Adapt Naturals:As we enter the winter season, staying healthy is more important than ever. That’s why Lisa and I trust Adapt Naturals Bioavail Colostrum+ to s
Self-Brain Surgery™ in the Bible
Self-Brain Surgery in the Bible A quick rundown of some powerful scriptures we can use to build a robust self-brain surgery practice. The following biblical passages (among many others) highlight principles from neuroscience that can guide us toward profound personal transformation. They illustrate how integrating faith and science empowers us to practice self-brain surgery in our dail
Tuesdays with Tata: Thanksgiving 2024
It's Tuesdays with Tata!Today, we discuss Thanksgiving, grief, a fascinating and sobering passage from Genesis, and more!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share the podcast with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!)Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts!You can become a paid partner of the podcast and get special bonus episo
Tuesdays with Tata: Tata's Go-to Scriptures when Life is Hard
It's Tuesdays with Tata!Today, we discuss Tata's and my favorite scriptures, and how knowing scripture helps us navigate hardship. This is a good one!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share the podcast with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!)Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts!You can become a paid partner of the podcas
New Thing November 2024
It’s New Thing November!It’s a new month, and God wants to do new things in your life. But sometimes, it feels like he’s fallen silent, like he’s not answering our prayers or coming through for us. Why?Today’s podcast looks into how we can’t expect God to do new things if we refuse to change old things that are holding us back. Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19, Hebrews 12:1-2Book mentioned: God
All-In with Jesus: Tuesdays with Tata
What Happens When All-In August Smashes Into Tuesdays with Tata?Today, Tata revisits Zaccheus and the Rich Young Ruler, and contrasts how they responded to Jesus's invitation to go all-in.Books mentioned:All In, by Mark Batterson, Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield, Hope Is the First Dose by me, and The Practice by Seth Godin Are you with us? Send a voicemail and let us know who you are, wh
Sow the Wind (Tuesdays with Tata Classic)
It's Tuesdays with Tata!Today, we flashback to a great talk about agriculture, reaping what we sow, and lessons from the Old Testament book of Hosea.Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!)Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts!You c
Guest Host: Leanne Ellington on Science and Faith, Part 2
Today on Spiritual Brain Surgery, Leanne Ellington Takes Over the Mic Again!Leanne Ellington has an incredible story of chasing healing through silence, and finding God in the process. In her own words, she describes her faith journey:Picture this: a skeptical, bacon-loving, Hebrew-speaking Jew, embarking on a quest to explore faith after a transformative 100-pound weight loss and a serie
Guest Host: Leanne Ellington's Path to Healing and Hope, Part 1
Today on Spiritual Brain Surgery, Leanne Ellington Takes Over the Mic!Leanne Ellington has an incredible story of chasing healing through silence, and finding God in the process. In her own words, she describes her faith journey:Picture this: a skeptical, bacon-loving, Hebrew-speaking Jew, embarking on a quest to explore faith after a transformative 100-pound weight loss and a series of "
Waiting Isn't a Waste, with Mark Vroegop
Join me for an incredible conversation with one of my favorite authors, Mark Vroegop!Mark is the author of one of my all-time favorite books, 2020 ECPA Christian Book of the Year, Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy. He's back with a powerful new book, Waiting Isn't a Waste: The Surprising Comfort of Trusting God in the Uncertainties of Life. From the publisher:Exploring 6 Characteristics of Waiting
You Have a Choice (Tuesdays with Tata)
It's Tuesdays with Tata!Today, Tata talks about choices, using the stories of two men who encountered Jesus.Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!)Leave reviews and comments wherever you listen to podcasts!You can become a paid partner of the podcast a
Enough Trouble of Its Own (The Fifth Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery)
Today, a look at the restated fifth commandment of Self-Brain Surgery: I must love tomorrow more than I hate what I'm feeling right now/I must not treat a bad feeling with a bad operation.(Putting these here for your ease of access. New Spiritual Brain Surgery episodes coming this week!)Scripture: Matthew 6:34Book Mentioned: This Naked Mind by Annie GraceThe Ten Commandments of Self-Brain
The Blame Ablation (The Fourth Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery)
Better Beats Blame!A new operation for you, The Blame Ablation. This will help you stop being stuck in the past, and start moving forward towards becoming healthier, feeling better, and being happier.(Placing the Ten Commandments here for your easy reference)Also, an update to the Fourth and Fifth Commandments of Self Brain Surgery!Scripture: James 1:2-4Leave a voicemail with your questio
Thoughts Are Not Always True (The Third Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery)
You have tens of thousands of thoughts per day. Most of them are not true. Today, the third in a series of looking at each of the Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery in more detail. The third commandment is, "I must believe that most of my thoughts are untrue."Here are some tools to challenge bad thoughts, and how to manage them.Scripture: II Cor. 10:5, Psalm 34:8The Ten Commandments o
Feelings Are Not Facts
It's Frontal Lobe Friday!(Placing the Ten Commandments here for your ease of reference. These episodes played on The Dr. Warren Podcast earlier)Today, the second in a series of looking at each of the Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery in more detail. The second commandment is, "I must recognize that feelings are not facts, they are chemical events in my brain."Also, learning to articu
First No Harm (The 1st Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery)
Life Is Hard. Here's a Practice to Keep from Making it Unnecessarily HarderToday, the first in a series of looking at each of the Ten Commandments of Self-Brain Surgery in more detail. The first commandment, just like in medical school, is primum non nocere, First No Harm. Self-Brain Surgeons say it like this: "I will relentlessly refuse to participate in my own demise."Scripture: Mark 12
Look for the God Shot, with Tara-Leigh Cobble
Tara-Leigh Cobble Changed Her Mind About GodToday's guest is the host of The Bible Recap Podcast. Tara-Leigh Cobble helps millions of people read, understand, and love the Word of God every day. But before she could do that, she had to change her mind. This is a perfect conversation for self-brain surgeons, because you can't change your life until you change your mind, and learning to lov
Six Self-Brain Surgery Lessons from Habakkuk
One of the First Self-Brain Surgeons was the Old Testament Prophet HabakkukHere are six ways Habakkuk can help you change your mind and change your life!(Part One of this story is told on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast. Click here to listen!)Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even
No Old Beaches (Tuesdays with Tata)
It's Tuesdays with Tata!We're having a big storm here in Nebraska, and my computer is giving me fits! Today, a classic episode of Tuesdays with Tata to help you change your mind and change your life! We had a great talk about how we view ourselves, how we view God, and how there is no place in the past that holds the answers to your future.(Adapted from TWT #53)Leave a voicemail with your
The Central Exchange in Scripture (ABIDE Check-in)
What's the Central Exchange In Scripture?Many people believe that God's aim is to control us. But scripture tells a different story. The central exchange is not control, but healing. Jesus wants all of you, especially your mind, because he's interested in helping you heal and be whole.Here's an ABIDE practice aimed at changing our minds and seeking the healing and wholeness we are promise
More Lessons from Jonah (Tuesdays with Tata)
It's Tuesdays with Tata!Today, part 2 of our look at the little book of Jonah from the Old Testament, and some surprising lessons. It's not all about the "whale," but this talk with Tata has a lot for us to learn! There is much to learn here.Scripture: The book of JonahBook Mentioned: The Prodigal Prophet by Timothy KellerFive Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, an
Learning From a Familiar Story: Jonah Part 1 (Tuesdays with Tata)
It's Tuesdays with Tata!Today, a look at the little book of Jonah from the Old Testament, and some surprising lessons. It's not all about the "whale," but this talk with Tata has a lot for us to learn! (This episode was originally released in December 2023 on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast, and this conversation will be continued in a new episode next week). There is much to learn here.Script
Healing What You Can't Erase, with Christopher Cook
Some Wounds Never Go Away, and Some Traumas Cannot Be Erased. But You Can Heal Anyway!Christopher Cook is a pastor, podcaster, sought-after public speaker, and leadership coach. He's also a great human, and a good friend. His new book is Healing What You Can't Erase: Transform Your Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual Health from the Inside Out. Chris's story has some pain, loss, and brokenne
Once You Know
Ignorance is Bliss, Right? WRONG!Today, we talk about what happens once you know that you can change your mind. It’s about the difference between self-care and self-malpractice.(Note: This episode was also released on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast as a Sunday bonus episode)Scripture: James 4:17, Psalm 34:8Music by Tommy Walker(Music shared on The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast is authorized under BM
Using Your Gifts in a Godly Way: Bob and Linda Lotich on Kingdom Finances
Money and Finances Can Be a Constant Source of StressBob and Linda Lotich are here today to talk about a different way to live, and they have a unique and surprising story. Bob Lotich found himself at his breaking point in his early 20’s overwhelmed by debt and stranded 1,000 miles from home with only $7 to his name. After crying out to God for wisdom and discovering a simpler (and far m
Tuesdays with Tata #2: Deep Dive Into Worldview and Theology
Bruised and Smoldering Hearts
Sometimes, Life Can Make Us Feel Overwhelmed, Damaged, or ExhaustedIf that's you, here's a some help through the power of learning to abide in God's presence, and some surprising ideas from scripture and science about learning to heal and hear.Scripture: Isaiah 30, Matthew 12:20Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a
Tuesdays with Tata #1: Who Is Tata?
It's Tuesdays with Tata!We're back with a re-introduction to the man, the legend, Dennis McDonald, known the world over as "Tata."Tuesdays with Tata has been heard in 160 countries, and is your go-to podcast for a deep dive into Biblical wisdom and practical advice for living a life of becoming healthier, feeling better, and being happier as we get to know Jesus more intimately through Ta
Impossible Things That God Does Anyway!
When it feels impossible for us, God reminds us it's possible for Him!Here's a quick list of times in scripture when God made something IMPOSSIBLE, POSSIBLE. So, He can do it for us too!Sometimes, God...Whistles Zechariah 10:8, Isaiah 5:26, Isaiah 7:18 (FLIES, BEES, AND PEOPLE)Roars Hosea 11:10Gets up Isaiah 30:18Roams the earth 2 Chronicles 16:9Sees the end from the beginning (not surpri
Self-Brain Surgery for a Broken Heart (Quiet Time)
When Your Heart is Broken, You Need Brain SurgeryToday, a powerful talk about how to use the thought biopsy technique to do self-brain surgery and find the path forward to hope again.Scriptures Mentioned:Isaiah 26:3, Psalm 51:10, Psalm 19:14, Psalm 139:23, Proverbs 3:5, Proverbs 17:27, Philippians 4:6-8, Lamentations 3, John 10:10, John 16:33, Colossians 3:15, Psalm 71:14Music by Casting
The Math of Mind Change
The Mathematics of Mind ChangeEphesians 4 gives us the equations that direct the self-brain surgery process. Today, we're going to brush up on our arithmetic, and learn the math of mind change.1 Corinthians 2:15-16New Living Translation15 Those who are spiritual can evaluate all things, but they themselves cannot be evaluated by others. 16 For,“Who can know the Lord’s thoughts? Who knows
Untangle Your Emotions, with Jennie Allen
"Don't Let Your Emotions Get the Best of You."We've all heard it, but is it sound advice? Jennie Allen is on the podcast today to talk about her new book, Untangle Your Emotions: Naming What You Feel and Knowing What to Do About It.Plus: the story of how Jennie Allen is directly responsible for Lisa and me moving from Alabama to Wyoming to Nebraska!This is a powerful talk about what I bel
Suffering: A Hard Look at Handling Hard Things
If God is Good, Why is There Suffering?A hard look at the biggest question: why is life so hard if God loves us?Here'a a look at the answer, and what to do about it!Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, James 1:2-4, Proverbs 2:10Book Mentioned: Is God Real? by Lee StrobelPlease go to The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast for Part II of this episode: The Neurobiology of SufferingApple PodcastsSpotify My website (
Devil or Diagnosis?
Are our thought problems the result of spiritual attack, or mental problems? Are they just bad habits, or are they bad biochemistry? In short, are the things that trouble us Devil, or Diagnosis?Here'a a look at the answer, and what to do about it!Scripture: Isaiah 14:14-17, Isaiah 61:2-3, Hosea 2:15, Job 3:25Book Mentioned: You Are Not Your Brain: The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habi
Theology Thursday: Abide
It's Theology Thursday!Today, a look at the word "Abide," and a short talk about how prayer changes your brain. Also, the importance of quiet time, hearing God's voice, and abiding in him. Scripture: John 15, Hebrews 12:1-2, Psalm 34:4, Psalm 46Book Mentioned: How God Changes Your Brain by Andrew Newberg and Mark Waldman Website mentioned: Scripture Lullabies (and check our their music he
Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett on Deconstruction
What is deconstruction? Is it a normal, healthy process of examining our faith, or is it something more?Join me for a deep look at this important topic in today's church, with authors Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett as we discuss their new book (releasing today worldwide), The Deconstruction of Christianity.From Amazon.com: A groundbreaking book on the true nature of faith deconstructionAl
Introducing Spiritual Brain Surgery
Welcome to Spiritual Brain Surgery!Here's an overview of where we're going with Spiritual Brain Surgery, and why we're here. Scriptures: 2 Timothy 1:6-8, Romans 12:1, Matthew 22:37, Psalm 111:2, Mark 12:30-31Leave a voicemail with your question or comment!Five Ways You Can Support this show:Pray for us!Subscribe, like, and share it with your friends! (We even have a YouTube channel!)Leave
