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It’s no secret that with all that’s happened over this past year, there’s a very real emotional and mental health crisis around the world. At the beginning of a new year, we simply cannot continue to grit our teeth and try to power through life. We have to take a good look at our physical, mental, and emotional health and come up with some INTENTIONAL plans for staying healthy and whole in this se...

Hey Mercy Talk Fam! Before we finish out the crazy year that’s been, we wanted to take a few moments to share how God has been encouraging us and how we’ve been praying for you! We know so many of us have walked different roads in 2020 and it’s tempting to look ahead and expect the new year to bring a complete change of circumstance. But how can we trust God right where we are, no matter what the...

Conflict can certainly take on many uncomfortable scenarios. But if we can take a closer look at our expectations in conflict, it can really reframe the way we approach and respond to others (even in the most difficult of circumstances). Our expectation for specific desired outcomes in conflict can often become more important than the love we have for the other person. Join us today on #MercyTalk...

As the holidays approach, the MercyTalk team tackles entitlement, not just in kids, but in all of us. This honest conversation explores boundaries, parenting, self‑care versus entitlement, and how healing our own wounds helps us raise resilient, grateful, and grounded kids. The post Combating Entitlement with Our Kids and Ourselves appeared first on Mercy Multiplied .

Setting boundaries with others is a vital way of protecting our relationships as well as our own health in the process. However, what may feel less obvious are the boundaries that need to be reevaluated as life changes. Of course, we’re talking about boundaries with our parents as we age (and as they age as well). How do we honor and show respect to those who’ve raised us while also setting health...

As we near Thanksgiving, recognize that it can feel complicated trying to process the disappointment, loss, and grief of the past year while also cultivating gratitude. It’s clear that the Bible tells us we can have joy even in the hardest of circumstances, but how do we practically do this without becoming bitter or depressed?  Join us today as we tackle this conversation head on! Also, in this e...

We’re so excited you’ve joined us for another episode of #MercyTalk! Last week, we kicked off the month by talking about why it’s important to set healthy boundaries with toxic or unhealthy family members. This week, we wanted to talk more about the HOW. If we recognize that we need to set some boundaries within a family relationship, what do those boundaries even look like and how do we go about...

In this episode of MercyTalk, we sit down to discuss the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries with family members, even if there are still areas of unhealth. While we recognize there are no perfect people, at the end of the day, how can we decipher the difference between a family member who has made some mistakes and one who is continually a toxic person? Join us today for this timely conv...

Today we’re going to continue our conversation on attachment but through the lens of our relationship with the Lord and how our earliest relationships have influenced that. We’re also going to take a look at the “Father Ladder” tool and how we can better process our experiences with our caregivers with the Lord. Also, on this episode…  Ungodly beliefs and our image of Heavenly Father  How other fa...

On this episode of Mercy Talk, we continue our conversation on attachment as we discuss what it means through the lens of breaking free from generational patterns. As we’ve discussed here before, so much of our upbringing directly affects the way we show up in the world. Today, we’ll dive into what it looks like to identify both positive and negative patterns in our family and how we can choose th...

Whether it’s stress from work, an argument with our spouse/roommate or dealing with a challenging child, conflict can cause us to posture ourselves from a place of defense rather than from intentionality in our relationships. Conflict is a part of life and cannot be avoided (at least not forever), so how do we recognize unhealthy patterns and strategize with better ones? Join us today as we explor...

No matter our age, the relationships we had growing up play a key role in the way we relate to others. Even now, many of us are making decisions based on the way we connected with our caretakers. So how does this affect our ability to attach with friends, partners or even our kids in a healthy way now? How can we recognize unhealthy patterns and approach our relationships from a more secure place?...

In a world that encourages the self-made man or woman, it can be hard to admit when we need help…much less counseling for ourselves. In today’s Mercy Talk episode, we sit down with our Founder and President, Nancy Alcorn as she shares her own story of processing grief and reaching out for help. Don’t miss this timely conversation as we discuss the importance of needing others on the road to healin...

In this follow up conversation on the topic of suicide, we dive into the sobering reality that mental health issues and suicidal struggles are no stranger to those within the church. What’s more, we have people in our congregations who have been directly affected by suicide and are silently suffering. As followers of Jesus, how can we do a better job of offering care in the midst of grief, shame a...

In this episode, 2015 Mercy graduate Ashley shares her journey of facing deep pain and depression, including seasons marked by suicide attempts, self-harm, and alcohol. She courageously debunks common misconceptions and stigmas, and offers practical insight into how to support someone who is struggling with suicidal ideation.

On this episode of Mercy Talk, we continue our conversation on freedom and what kinds of things can get in the way as we journey there. While most of us would say freedom is something we want, the investment in our freedom can feel like another matter altogether. Join us today as we discuss why our commitment to living life God’s way, is always worth it! Also, in this episode…  Common lies that ma...

Freedom is something we’re extremely passionate about here at Mercy…but what does that look like on a practical level and what are some misconceptions we […]

On this episode of Mercy Talk, we dive into our up and coming Keys to Freedom Teaching Series and how you can be apart! We also revisit the vital role of a root system and why addressing what’s unseen first, is essential to lasting freedom in all areas of our life! Also, in this episode…  The difference Jesus makes in our freedom journey  Examining the lies we’ve believed and how they’ve affected...

On this episode of Mercy Talk, we take a close look at what it means to extend genuine, missional hospitality versus the polished, “perfect” version we imagine in our minds. As followers of Jesus, how do we lay down our hidden desires to have “everything all together” in favor of vulnerable, honest relationships where we share the hope of Christ? What is more, how do we do this in a practical, reg...

On this episode of Mercy Talk, we’re excited to continue our discussion on missional hospitality and explore the claim that Christians could be victims in a post Christian world. While many of us may experience uncomfortable conversations and disagreements with those who don’t believe in Jesus, the statement tends to promote more fear rather than kindness when it comes to loving our neighbors well...

This month on MercyTalk , we’re diving into missional hospitality and what it looks like to reach those around us for Christ. We talk about loving our neighbors intentionally, building real relationships, and showing up for people in our everyday communities.

In this episode, we talk about the value of taking a gap year, or simply taking time off, to heal and get help before moving into the next season of life. Whether it’s before, during, or after college, choosing to pause can help you thrive rather than just survive, and reminds us that getting help now is far better than waiting for rock bottom.

COVID became an unexpected turning point, revealing the power of surrender and the freedom found in gratitude. Even when God’s purposes are hard to see, this conversation points to His faithfulness in using every season for good.

In the midst of a broken world, the sorrow, grief, and pain we experience can at times feel overwhelming. We talk about the importance of naming our emotions during the pandemic and learning how to surrender them to God, rather than carrying them alone.

Pastors Jerome and Lisa Lewis of Seeds of Greatness Bible Church offer insight into facing racial injustice without losing heart. The discussion centers on spiritual resilience, engaging both the natural and spiritual dimensions of this issue, and the responsibility of the Church to respond with faith, leadership, and love.