MercyTalk

In this episode of MercyTalk, we continue diving into the “Top Ten Symptoms of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality” from Pete Scazzero’s book, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality .  One of the symptoms he mentions is “spiritualizing away conflict.” We’re especially excited to have Executive and Life Coach Jeff Helton with us to have this important conversation about what it looks like to engage in con...

In this episode of MercyTalk, we continue our conversation on emotional health and how it impacts our spiritual maturity. We specifically dive into three of the “Top Ten Symptoms of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality” from pastor and author Pete Scazzero’s book, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality . Also, in this episode… ·       The importance of engaging, not ignoring, our anger, sadness, and fear...

In this episode of MercyTalk, we begin a conversation on the topic of emotional health and how it impacts our spiritual maturity. We introduce some of the big ideas from pastor and author Pete Scazzero’s book Emotionally Healthy Spirituality which poses the idea that “it’s impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature.” Also, in this episode… What emotional health actual...

On today’s episode of MercyTalk, we recognize World Mental Health Day with a reflection on how God cares deeply about mental health! For some, “mental health” has become solely associated with science, medicine, and diagnoses. However, mental health is a deeply spiritual matter! God is concerned with mental health because he created us to experience it.   Also, in this episode… The concept of holi...

In this episode of MercyTalk, we’re excited to have author and theologian Gavin Ortlund with us to have a conversation based on his upcoming book, The Art of Disagreeing. It’s hard to deny that the temperature has dramatically risen in our culture when it comes to politics, religion, culture wars, etc. As Gavin points out in his book, we seem to have lost the ability to disagree well, and as follo...

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. It’s a month to remember those we have lost to suicide and acknowledge the countless people who have been impacted. It’s also a time to raise awareness about suicide prevention and to share messages of hope! So today, we have two counselors from Mercy’s Center for Wellness and Counseling helping us unpack some of the most common myths and misconcepti...

On this episode of MercyTalk, we welcome Pastors Dave Vance and Chris Standridge of Crossroads Church in Mansfield, OH. Crossroads is a multi-site church of around 4,000 people, and earlier this year, they held a church-wide campaign based on Mercy’s Keys to Freedom study. Today, Pastors Dave and Chris share about how God moved through their community throughout the campaign. You will be encourage...

In this final episode of our “When Your Child is Struggling” series, we’re talking about what it looks like to explore next steps with your child who is struggling. It is not your job as the parent to figure everything out for your child, but to figure it out with them. Also, in this episode… How to navigate the “next steps” conversations with your child When to know if you need professional suppo...

In this episode of our “When Your Child is Struggling” series, we’re sharing the second of two parts about how to navigate conversations with your child who is struggling, because the way you respond to your child is key! In this episode, we continue last week’s discussion on important principles to keep in mind in these conversations so that you can love and support your child well, while encoura...

In this episode of our When Your Child is Struggling series, we’re sharing the first of two parts about how to navigate conversations with your child who is struggling, because as we discussed in the last episode, the way you respond to your child is key! In this episode, we discuss some important principles to keep in mind in these conversations so that you can love and support your child well, w...

On this episode of MercyTalk, you will be hearing the story of Kristy, who graduated from Mercy’s residential program in Nashville in the year of 2000. We were also excited to have Mercy Multiplied Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn, join us for this episode. We hope you’re encouraged by Kristy’s story and how God has powerfully moved in her life! Have a topic suggestion or question?  Email Mercy...

In this episode of our When Your Child is Struggling series, we’re talking about how to respond to your child who is struggling, because the way you respond is key! We can get so caught up in saying and doing the perfect thing and forget that it’s actually the way we engage with a loved one who’s struggling that matters more than anything.   Also, in this episode…   A common parental response to a...

We are so excited to be kicking off a new series entitled When Your Child is Struggling! As a parent, it is so hard to see your child struggling – whether that be with things like anxiety and depression or things like substance abuse and self-harm. In this series, Dr Brooke Keels and Melanie Wise discuss some of the key things that any parent with a struggling child should know. (And even though t...

On this episode of Testimony Tuesday, we hear the powerful story of transformation of one of our Residential Program graduates, Sky! At Mercy, we get to hear so many incredible testimonies from people who have gone through our counseling programs and our Keys to Freedom study. However, those outside of Mercy rarely have the opportunity to hear these stories, which is why we host Testimony Tuesday....

In this final episode of our “Train Your Brain” series, we discuss the topic of Renewing the Mind, specifically focusing on what is physiologically happening to our brains in the process of renewing the mind. This may be one of the clearest direct ties between neuroscience and the Word of God! Also, in this episode… Dr. Daniel Siegel’s concept of “mindsight” and how it connects to the biblical pri...

In this episode of our “Train Your Brain” series, we discuss the concept of trauma, memory, and our brains. We unpack how memory works, how we integrate memory, and how trauma affects our brains. Also, in this episode… The difference between explicit and implicit memory Trauma and brain fragmentation What is happening on a neurological level when we are “triggered” How to prevent a potentially tra...

In this episode of our “Train Your Brain” series, we discuss the “upstairs” and “downstairs” of our brains. We unpack the functions of the frontal lobe (upstairs) and the limbic system (downstairs), what it looks like for these areas of our brains to be integrated, and why that integration matters. Also, in this episode… What’s actually happening in the brain when someone “flips their lid” Strateg...

In this episode of our “Train Your Brain” series, we’re talking about how understanding the functions of the left brain vs. right brain can have major implications when it comes to spiritual growth and discipleship. If you have found yourself frustrated by the lack of transformation you’re experiencing in your own life (or in the lives of those you lead), perhaps you’ve been neglecting the most im...

In this episode of our “Train Your Brain” series, we discuss the left and right hemispheres of our brains. We unpack the functions of each side of the brain and also discuss what it looks like for the right and left hemispheres to be integrated and why that integration matters. Also, in this episode… The importance of accessing both logic and emotion A thought-provoking definition of “mental healt...

We are so excited to be kicking off a new series entitled “Train Your Brain.” Mercy Multiplied strongly believes in the idea of holistic healing because we are holistic (spirit, soul, and body) beings. In this series, we will talk about God’s design for our brains and how our brains powerfully impact our personal growth and healing (and vice versa)! In this episode, we’ll discuss why we believe it...

On this episode of Testimony Tuesday, you will be hearing the story of Amy, who graduated from Mercy’s residential program during its third decade! We hope you’re encouraged by Amy’s story and how God has powerfully moved in her life! Have a topic suggestion or question?  Email MercyTalk . Follow us on  Facebook ,  Instagram , and  Twitter .

Concluding our “40 Years of Freedom” series, we share stories from some of Mercy’s staff members about how working at Mercy has impacted their personal faith journeys. We hope you’re encouraged by the episode!   Have a topic suggestion or question?  Email MercyTalk . Follow us on  Facebook ,  Instagram , and  Twitter .

As we continue our “40 Years of Freedom” series, we have two very special guests, Fredrica Singletary (Mercy’s Senior Director of Programs) and Shantray Smith (Mercy’s Director of Counseling Services for our Center for Wellness and Counseling). In this episode, we discuss the way that Mercy approaches inner healing and freedom in Christ. We hope you enjoy the episode and are encouraged! Also, in t...

In this episode of our “40 Years of Freedom” series, we have two very special guests, Nicola Bartel (Executive Director of Mercy Canada) and Arianna Walker (CEO of Mercy UK). Together, we discuss the core beliefs and ideas that guide Mercy Multiplied as an organization. Click the link below to visit Mercy Canada’s website and Mercy UK’s website! Also, in this episode… Exciting updates about what’s...

Continuing our “40 Years of Freedom” series, we have the second episode with our very special guest, Founder & President of Mercy Multiplied, Nancy Alcorn. In this episode, Nancy shares how God has been moving in the last 20 years of the ministry. We hope you’re encouraged and enjoy the episode! Also, in this episode… Surprising ways God has provided for Mercy How the last 20 years have impact...