In this episode, we tackle the big question: Can psychology and Christianity coexist, or do they clash? We dive into the Christian view on psychology and explore whether it’s possible to use psychology for emotional healing without compromising biblical values. Is psychology truly biblical, or does it conflict with Christianity? And can science and faith coexist in practices like Christian counselling vs secular therapy? Some Christians believe psychology offers powerful tools for healing, but there are concerns, too. Many wonder if it focuses too much on self, potentially replacing Scripture or taking away from the importance of spiritual growth. But could it actually support faith-based mental health by helping people understand themselves and their emotions better?
Can psychology and Christianity work together in a way that stays true to Scripture? Is Christian therapy a way forward, or does it risk being unbiblical? As we discuss the Christian response to trauma therapy, we ask whether psychology can be a helpful tool in the church or if it should be avoided entirely in favour of spiritual solutions. Join us as we explore how these two worlds might intersect — or where they might stand apart.

Books mentioned in this episode (P.S. We don’t earn commission from the sales):
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Christian-Counseling-Comprehensive-Gary-Collins/dp/1418503290 by Gary R. Collins
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Basic-Principles-Biblical-Counselling-Counseling/dp/0310225604 by Larry Crabb

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
3:10 Definition of Psychology

Christians Who Support Psychology
4:09 Psychology Supports Emotional Healing in the Church
9:00 Psychology Doesn’t Replace the Bible — It Can Help
9:51 Emotional Struggles in Scripture: Elijah, David, and Job
12:14 Psychology and Faith Can Work Together
17:20 The History of Christians Using Psychology Biblically
21:32 Understanding Psychology Can Help Christians Become Compassionate

Christians Who Reject Psychology
25:57 Psychology is Built on Worldviews That Oppose God
32:02 Psychology Promotes Self Over God
33:28 Psychology Can Undermine Sin and Personal Responsibility
38:44 Can Psychology Fix a Spiritual Issue?
42:33 Some Christians Fear Psychology Replacing the Bible

Our Perspective on this Matter
44:58 Kaylah’s Perspective on This matter
51:26 Chris’ Perspective on This matter

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Dating as Christians isn't always easy, from long distance to temptation, boundaries, and even seeing marriage differently, we faced real challenges. In this episode, we share our Christian couple testimony and open up about our honest Christian dating struggles, including what it looked like to date with purpose as a Christian.

Whether you're navigating a Christian long-distance relationship, wondering how to date as a Christian couple, or just want to know what Christian dating is really like, this video is for you. We also talk about Christian relationship boundaries, how we worked through Christian dating temptations, and how we tried to honour God in our relationship every step of the way.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
2:34 Long Distance
20:05 Temptation
29:28 Differences in Interests
40:11 How We Saw Marriage Growing Up
49:15 Q&A

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❄️ Is freezing your body after death real? Can science bring people back to life? In this episode, we dive into the growing idea of body freezing after death—also known as cryonics—and examine both the secular and Christian perspectives behind it. Some believe that if we freeze the body, future science might one day revive it. But can frozen bodies come back to life? Does freezing your body work after death? And why are people choosing to freeze their bodies in the first place?
From a secular view, this is seen as a way to escape death, especially by those who don’t believe in an afterlife. It’s also tied to transhumanism, a movement that views death as a technical problem, not a final reality. But what is transhumanism? More importantly, what is the Christian view on transhumanism?
We explore the hope science offers versus the Christian view on cryonics, the Christian view on body freezing, and ultimately, what the Bible says about life, death, and the resurrection. We also discuss how the soul, not just the body, matters most and why our ultimate hope isn’t in technology but in eternal life through Christ. For believers, God, not science, controls life, death, and the resurrection.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
3:57 What is Body Freezing (Cryonics)

SECULAR PERSPECTIVE ON BODY FREEZING
8:50 Can Body Freezing Help Us Escape Death?
13:42 The Scientific Optimism Behind Body Freezing
23:52 Why Transhumanists Are Choosing to Freeze Themselves
29:44 Some See Body Freezing as a Way to Preserve Their Legacy

CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE ON BODY FREEZING
37:46 Christians Believe Death Is Not the End
38:40 For Christians, the Soul’s Eternity Trumps Physical Survival
43:29 Christians Believe Only God Controls the Resurrection
47:45 Christians Believe God Is Sovereign Over Life and Death
53:28 For Christians, True Hope Lies in Eternal Life Through Christ

OUR PERSPECTIVE ON BODY FREEZING
59:08 Chris Persepctive on Body Freezing
1:00:39 Kaylah's Persepctive on Body Freezing

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Let’s be honest… going to church doesn’t always mean you’re growing in your faith. In this episode, we’re asking hard questions like: “Is church actually helping your faith or holding it back?” A lot of Christians are quietly admitting that church isn’t helping them grow, and they’re tired of pretending everything’s fine. If you’re one of them, this is the conversation for you.

We dig into why so many people are struggling with church community, why surface-level church relationships are leaving people dry, and what to do when you’re feeling disconnected at church, even while showing up every week. We also talk about how we can start building real Christian community again. Real growth comes from connection, not just attendance. From Christian accountability in church to serving, vulnerability, and shared life, we explore what church community and spiritual growth were meant to look like. If you’ve been asking yourself questions like, ‘Does church community really matter if I don’t feel seen?’ or ‘Is it just another routine? Do I need community to grow in faith, or can I grow alone?’ Then this episode is for you. Let’s stop playing church and start becoming the church.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
4:00 Poll Results

Why Don’t Many Christians Grow in Their Church Communities?
8:27 Too Many Surface-Level Conversations in Church
13:30 Busy Lives and Distractions in life
27:33 Not involved in church community because of no money
30:59 Lack of Opportunities for Deep Connections
32:40 Some churches are too big to build close relationships
36:07 Do Our Possessions Belong to Us or the people of God?

What Can Help Christians Grow More in Their Church Communities?
40:00 Intentional Relationship Building
45:18 Accountability and Mentorship helps growth in church communities
49:06 Creating a Culture of Vulnerability helps growth in church communities
1:05:47 Serving and doing ministry together helps growth in church communities

Growing in Church Community Takes Effort
1:09:12 Church Community Growth Takes Personal Effort

Church Structure Influences Growth
1:16:28 The Church Structure can Influence Community Growth
1:21:36 Outro

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Why does God use the unqualified? In this episode, we dive into 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, where Paul explains how God often chooses the weak to confound the wise. We start with the classic David and Goliath lesson, where a young shepherd boy defeats a giant with nothing but faith and a sling. Then, we talk about Moses' leadership story, where a man who felt unqualified became God’s chosen leader to free the Israelites from Egypt. We also discuss Gideon's 300 soldiers, showing how God used a small army to defeat the Midianites, reminding us that victory comes from Him, not our own strength. We also talk about how Jesus chose weak disciples, ordinary fishermen and tax collectors to start His church, proving that God doesn’t need the best qualifications, just willing hearts.

We also touch on the Dead Sea Scrolls discovery, where a shepherd boy found some of the oldest biblical manuscripts, showing how God works through the most unlikely people in unexpected ways. Through all these examples of God's wisdom, we see that God often works through what the world sees as weak, foolish, or unqualified. This episode is a reminder that God’s strength in weakness is where His power shines the brightest, and unlikely biblical heroes show us that we’re never too weak for God to use us. Divine strength in human weakness is exactly how God reveals His glory.

Quick clarification: When we say “original manuscripts,” we don’t mean the very first copies, which no longer exist. What we have are some of the oldest surviving copies, like the Septuagint and the Masoretic Text (earlier manuscripts before the Dead Sea Scrolls). We used the term "original" to make it easier to understand. Just wanted to clear that up! ❤️

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
3:39 Core Scripture for This Episode (1 Corinthians 1:26-29)
4:58 Story of David & Goliath | God uses the weak
8:38 Story of Moses | God uses the weak
11:47 Story of Gideon | God uses the weak
15:00 Story of the disciples of Jesus | God uses the weak
17:22 Story of Jesus | God uses the weak
18:32 God uses foolish things to shame the wise
26:10 Story of the Dead Sea Scrolls | God uses the weak
37:58 God uses foolish things
39:07 God can still use you even if you know a lot

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Should a man have a large amount saved before marriage? Many men feel pressured to reach a financial milestone before getting married, but is that truly necessary? Meanwhile, some women prefer to date men who are already financially stable—but why? Is financial security a valid concern, or could it cause people to miss out on great relationships?
In this episode, we’ll explore saving money before marriage from a Christian perspective, looking at both biblical wisdom and practical realities. Should financial stability come before saying “I do,” or is there a better way to approach marriage preparation?

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
2:35 Why is this conversation important?
4:12 Why men feel they need a certain amount saved before marriage
6:10 Do Christian women expect men to have a certain amount saved before marriage?
9:44 How a man's age impacts the expectation of having savings before marriage
12:42 Some women prefer a man to have a certain amount saved before marriage
14:22 Some women prefer a man to have savings before marriage for financial security
17:29 If you have a vision, you have to put in the work to make it a reality. Don’t be Lazy
20:18 If a man's vision or business isn’t taking off, he needs to get a job to provide for his family
25:46 Chris' story: Changing his view on savings before marriage
28:14 Some men save before marriage, not for security, but for the wedding day
33:00 Invest into your marriage, not just the wedding day
37:36 Some women don't want to build with a man; they want the finished product
40:17 Point 1 Men: Be diligent with finances, but don’t let fear or worldly standards delay a God-honoring marriage. Trust God’s provision
43:36 Point 2 Men: Marriage is about spiritual leadership and sacrificial love—make Christ the center, not money
44:54 Point 3 Men: Marriage is a partnership to grow together in all areas
49:06 Point 4 Men: Have a plan and be a wise steward
51:57 Point 1 Women: Value character and faith over a man's financial status
57:33 Point 2 Women: Financial security is important, but so is faith in God’s provision
59:45 Point 3 Women: Be willing to build with a man. A humble beginning with faith can lead to a strong foundation
1:06:38 Outro

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In this episode, we explore Christian perspectives on social media and ask the question: Is social media a sin, or can it be used in a way that honors God? Some believers see social media as a powerful tool for spiritual growth, evangelism, and Christian fellowship, while others warn that it leads to pride and vanity, unhealthy comparisons, and serves as a distraction in the Christian life.
We’ll dive into the impact of social media on Christians, discussing whether ethical Christian social media use is possible or if it promotes worldly values. How can believers practice Christian mindfulness in social media consumption, and is setting healthy social media boundaries the key to navigating these platforms without compromising faith? Join us as we examine both sides of the debate and share our perspectives. Is social media okay for Christians, or should we step away entirely? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

Timestamps
00:00 Intro

Christians who believe social media is Sinful
4:00 The Temptation Social Media Brings
6:36 Social Media Distracts Us from God
11:14 Social Media Promotes Pride and Vanity
17:53 Social Media Fuels Envy and Comparison
27:59 Social Media Lacks Moral Boundaries

Christians who believe social media is Okay
32:58 Social Media is okay when Boundaries are in place
35:56 Not All Non-Christian Content is Sinful
38:09 Evangelism in the Digital Age
41:26 Using Social Media to Grow Spiritually
44:29 Social Media as a Platform for Christian Fellowship
49:05 Social Media Helps Christians Share Their Gifts with believers

Our Perspective on this matter
59:33 Kaylah’s perspective on this matter
1:00:44 Chris’ perspective on this matter

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Restoring fallen pastors and Christian leaders is a topic that sparks deep and heartfelt conversations within the church. Should leaders be required to step down after a moral failure, or can they recover and serve again? In this discussion, we dive into biblical leadership standards, exploring how grace and forgiveness intersect with the consequences of sin. We’ll examine the church’s forgiveness process, the role of church discipline for leaders, and the steps involved in restoration in ministry. Should fallen Christian leaders be permanently disqualified, or is there a path to serving in ministry again? Join us as we unpack the complexities of moral failure in church leadership and explore what the Bible says about grace, accountability, and leadership.

Timestamps:
00:00 Into

Christians Who Believe Repentant Leaders Should Serve Again
3:12 Repentant Leaders Can Serve Again Through God’s Restoration and Redemption
5:38 Biblical Examples Show Repentant Leaders Can Serve Again
9:07 Repentant Leaders Can Serve Again Because God’s Calling is Unchangeable
14:53 Story of Woman who Shared a Shocking Testimony
18:03 Repentant Leaders Can Connect More Deeply with Others
21:26 Repentance Reveals Heart Change, So Fallen Leaders Should Serve Again
26:38 No One Is Beyond Redemption
27:34 Cancel Culture Started in the Church
33:38 Repentant Leaders Can Encourage the Church

Christians Who Believe Repentant Leaders Should Never Serve Again
37:06 Leaders Who Break a Higher Standard Should Not Serve Again
40:20 To Protect the Flock, Fallen Leaders Should Not Serve Again
44:03 Fallen Leaders Should Not Serve Again to Safeguard Vulnerable Members
47:49 The Consequences of Sin
49:43 The Challenge of Rebuilding Trust
52:41 God calls us to use our minds
54:12 Holiness First: Fallen Leaders Should Not Be Restored to Service

Our Perspective on This Matter
57:10 Kaylah's Perspective on This Matter
58:41 Chris' Perspective on This Matter

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