The Healing & Freedom Journey

One of the common things that can happen for many when they hear about the toxic influence of narcissism is they ask themselves, “Am I a narcissist?” Many obsessive compulsives will hear the traits and start to panic, thinking they are narcissistic and spiral into catastrophic thinking. But it can be helpful to look at […]

One important step in healing from a relationship with a narcissist is accepting they will not change. This helps us to let go of the dysfunctional ways we learned to relate and cope. But for many Christians, this can bump up against some of our spiritual perspectives that have become distorted. In this broadcast, I […]

The journey towards healing from a narcissistic relationship can be a daunting and challenging experience for anyone. However, for Christians, the pain and trauma experienced in such relationships can be compounded by certain ways we process the Bible, love and relationships in dysfunctional and distorted ways. Narcissism is an issue that many area needing to […]

What does the Bible have to say about narcissism? There is so much talk about narcissists in psychology, but is it actually something the Bible mentions? If so, how can we discern its work in our upbringing, our relationships, churches and communities? In this broadcast, I will address what narcissism is and how to pick […]

What does it look like for a believer to walk a journey that is mentally, emotionally and relationally healthy within the context of the workplace? With all the complications that can arise, how do you navigate your mental health healing and growth journey, while at the same time, working in an environment that isn’t that […]

It is a joy to introduce you to a good friend of mine, Matt Tommey, an author, artist and mentor to thousands of thriving artists who have been equipped to know who they are, develop their artistic craft and walk in meaningful purpose. I have been personally blessed by the faith and learning that Matt […]

There has been an increased awareness of the importance of mental health, both in the Christian community and in society as a whole. As Christians, there can seem to be an added dimension to our struggles, which is the desire to hear from God. Many people who struggle with mental health find it difficult to […]

What does it look like to maintain a healthy journey while interacting with a world around you that is engulfed in strife? In this broadcast, Mark will walk you through biblical instructions that will point you towards living from a place of divine wisdom and helping you discern how STRIFE works, so that you do […]

What is lawlessness and how can we be discerning about the growing influence of lawlessness in our world? How can you navigate your mental health and maintain your sanity in the midst of a world that wholeheartedly embraces lawless living as a way of life? Video Broadcast: Watch on Rumble: To support future broadcasts:

Mental health has long been a misunderstood and stigmatized topic. Many Christians fear admitting their mental health struggles, due to shame and or being seen as weak. To many fight their battles in silence, while they also struggle with feeling defeated, condemned, stressed and overwhelmed. What we all need is compassion, which involves connecting to […]

Do you find yourself compulsively checking your feelings, to make sure you REALLY feel a certain way? For many obsessive-compulsives, they are often checking how they feel on a regular basis to make sure they feel a certain way. But they end up endlessly checking their feelings in an endless loop of their emotions very […]

Allow me to be a tour guide to help you understand what some of the stages of healing from obsessive and compulsive patterns looks like. There are some important markers along the way that I need to mention and help equip your heart. One stage that I want to highlight and speak to is what […]

Many of us have heard of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), but few may be aware of relationship OCD. I know I had no idea what it was, but struggled with it deeply for a while. It is a type of OCD that involves intrusive and unwanted thoughts or obsessions about relationships, usually romantic ones. Those who […]

Everyone has areas of our past that are not perfect, but for those who struggle with perfectionism and OCD, self-condemnation can be a daily struggle and wrestling match. Condemnation drives us to dwell on the past in such a way that leaves us feeling broken and hopeless. The struggle with self-condemnation often leads to depression, […]

I have never heard the end times and mental health talked about in the same talk. But today, I want to talk them together, so we can navigate our journey in a healthy and fruitful way. In this broadcast, I will describe “5 Types of End Timers,” four of which can be detrimental to your […]

How do you navigate a healthy marriage when one or both of you has obsessive-compulsive struggles? Living with a spouse who has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be challenging and overwhelming. The constant need to perform rituals or engage in specific behaviors, coupled with intrusive and distressing thoughts, can take its toll on both the individual […]

Serving others is how we can bless the hearts of others with the compassion, grace and love of God. But have we become so obsessive about serving that the subject of serving has become distorted? Many believers are admitting that they have been living a performance driven life, which caused the subject of “serving” to […]

Fasting can be a valuable experience in the Christian life. But I have bumped into a number of believers who have became obsessive compulsive about the practice of fasting. Here are some thoughts and feedback on the issue and how to navigate it in a more healthy way. Video Broadcast: Watch on Rumble: Recommended Resources: […]

I address a question about health OCD and how to navigate through the struggle of being obsessive-compulsive about disease, illness and sickness. Video Broadcast: Watch on Rumble: Recommended Resources: To support future broadcasts:

Empathy, the ability to connect with what someone else is feeling and going through is so important to a fruitful mental, emotional and relationship journey. But what do you do when you notice that your empathy levels seem to go off the rails and it causes you to spiral in your own life? Do you […]

I respond to a question by someone who struggles with OCD and has a hard time applying the words of Jesus regarding lusting after a woman, as shown in Matthew 5:27-28. How do you process this Scripture when you see an attractive person? When have you crossed the line into lusting and committing adultery? It […]

For Christians, a passionate relationship with God through Jesus Christ is talked about, taught and emphasized. But what happens when obsessive-compulsive influences get into the mix? In this broadcast, I want to bring out some signs that OCD is infecting someone’s faith, that while they come across as being “on fire for Jesus,” the person […]

Today I address a question on religious OCD and scrupulosity that shows how an obsessive subject grows and expands. This will be a real life example. I will lay out step by step how an intrusive thought grows into an anxiety filled distortion. You will also receive some practical insight on how to walk into […]

Does your Christian church upbringing have an influence on where your religious obsessive-compulsive thoughts go? How much does your denominational affiliation influence scrupulosity in your life? I want to use my pastoral experience and passion for mental health to speak into various denominations I have experienced and how they contribute to where OCD struggles often […]

The subject Belief or believing is an important aspect of learning and growing in the Christian faith. But when you have OCD, this can get off the rails very easily. One of the common patterns of religious OCD and scrupulosity is the compulsive pattern of “checking” your believing….checking, checking and rechecking, with a distorted sense […]

I first intended on making this video for those who struggle with OCD, as they often wrestle with being able to rest in God’s love. But as I taught it, I definitely sensed this video applies to everyone. So many believers share their frustration with not being able to settle in the love of God. […]

It happens all the time, especially with those who struggle with religious OCD and scrupulosity. You have someone come to you for help and you begin sharing Scriptures with them. Maybe you know they have OCD or you don’t. Of course, this is an important aspect of the Christian journey–to allow God’s Word to renew […]