Under the Juniper Tree

  Season 2, Episode 4 For Thursday, September 3, 2015 “Observations Under the Juniper Tree” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: Andrew continues looking into the life of Elijah and some of the symptoms of depression that he showed. Outline of this episode:  God Provided for Elijah o   There is something important we should understand […]

  Season 2, Episode 3 For Thursday, August 20, 2015 “Observations Under the Juniper Tree” Part 3 HOST: Andrew Crowe   Show Notes: This week, Andrew examines two symptoms of depression that the prophet Elijah shows. Outline of this episode:  Appetite/Weight Issues o   1 Kings 19:5-8 o   It cannot be helped but wonder if Elijah just stopped eating altogether. […]

  Season 2, Episode 2 For Thursday, August 13, 2015 “Observations Under the Juniper Tree” Part 2 HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: On last week’s episode, Andrew introduced Elijah and who he was. This week, Andrew explores the topic of some of the symptoms of depression that Elijah shows. Outline of this episode: Loss […]

  Season 2, Episode 1 For Thursday, August 6, 2015 “Observations from Under the Juniper Tree” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: In the inaugural episode of season 2, Andrew looks into the prophet Elijah, one of the greatest examples of a Biblical person who suffered from depression. This and future studies will look into his […]

  Season 1, Episode 20 For Thursday, July 16, 2015 “Suicide: Conclusion” HOST: Andrew Crowe   Show Notes: Andrew has spent many weeks discussing the topic of suicide, and this week he uses the Scriptures to conclude this series. Outline of this episode: The first thing we want to notice are signs that someone may be considering […]

  Season 1, Episode 19 For Thursday, July 9, 2015 “Suicide: Some Observations” HOST: Andrew Crowe   Show Notes: Last week, we discussed six suicides and Samson and asked a logical question from the texts. This week, we discuss some observations we can make about suicide and the Bible. Outline of this episode: Suicide affects more than […]

  Season 1, Episode 18 For Thursday, June 18, 2015 “Six Suicides and Samson” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: On this episode, Andrew continues a discussion about suicide by looking at Biblical examples of the topic. Outline of this episode:   Does the Bible speak of suicide? There are six examples found.  Some count […]

  Season 1, Episode 17 For Friday, June 5, 2015 “Suicide: An Introduction” HOST: Andrew Crowe   Show Notes: Suicide is a difficult topic to talk about because there are so many misconceptions about the topic. There are also vast differences in how the subject is approached from the realms of religion and culture. The aim of […]

  Season 1, Episode 16 For Thursday, May 28, 2015 “What If I Suffer: Never Give In” HOST: Andrew Crowe   Show Notes: It is easy to give up when we fight mental illnesses, but we should be aware that quitting solves nothing. Instead, we should focus on things we can control; things like sleep, diet and […]

  Season 1, Episode 15 For Thursday, May 21, 2015 “What If I Suffer?: Proper Expectations” HOST: Andrew Crowe     Show Notes: Today’s episode deals with problem solving, proper expectations of healing, and hope to continue on! Outline of this episode:   When we start fighting: It is easy to think these problems will be solved […]

  Season 1, Episode 14 For Thursday, May 14, 2015 “What If I Am Suffering? Get a Hobby” HOST: Andrew Crowe   Show Notes: When dealing with depression, an important aspect is finding a hobby to get yourself invested into. Today, Andrew discusses the reasons this is likely to help. Outline of this episode: Winston Churchill is […]

  Season 1, Episode 13 For Thursday, April 23, 2015 “What If I Suffer?: Tell a Friend” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: On today’s episode, Andrew digs into the topic of finding someone that you can confide in when dealing with depression. Having a confidant and trusted companion to listen to you and encourage […]

  Season 1, Episode 12 For Thursday, April 16, 2015 “What If I Suffer?: Take Action” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: If you are suffering, this episode dives into ways that you can do things to be able to help yourself through this time of suffering, relying on God as your strength. Outline of […]

  Season 1, Episode 11 For Thursday, April 9, 2015 “Q&A: Prayer” HOST: Andrew Crowe     Show Notes: Last week, we noticed that Christ MAY have suffered from depression when He was in the garden and how that means that we can come before Him in prayer when we are distressed. The next logical discussion seems […]

  Season 1, Episode 10 For Thursday, April 2, 2015 “A Biblical Example” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: On this episode, Andrew looks to an unlikely Biblical example for examining the topic of depression. Outline of this episode: Today, we will be looking at a Biblical being who may have suffered from depression.   […]

  Season 1, Episode 9 For Thursday, March 19, 2015 “How Can the Church Help? Empathy” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: There are many ways that the church can help someone who is going through mental anguish. This week, Andrew discusses how the church can be empathetic. Outline of this episode: James 1:19 We need […]

  Season 1, Episode 8 For Thursday, March 12, 2015 “Review: Y.E.S. Weekend 2015” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: Y.E.S. weekend is an event put on by the Forrest Park church in Valdosta, GA. This year’s theme dealt with scars, making it a perfect study for our consideration. Outline of this episode: From the […]

  Season 1, Episode 7 For Thursday, February 26, 2015 “Cant the Church Help? James 1:19” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: When someone comes to us expressing a mental need or issue, how do we react? James 1:19 gives us a good answer. Outline of this episode: Proper context behind the verse: Listen to […]

  Season 1, Episode 6 For Thursday, February 19, 2015 “Can the Church Help? Power in Knowledge” HOST: Andrew Crowe     Show Notes: One of the most powerful ways the church can help those suffering from depression and anxiety would be to have a working knowledge of the illnesses, because oftentimes ignorance can do more […]

    Season 1, Episode 5 For Thursday, February 5, 2015 “Paul’s Advice for Anxiety” Part 3 HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: The third and final installment of Andrew’s series on “Paul’s Advice for Anxiety” from Philippians 4. Outline of this episode: “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are […]

  Season 1, Episode 4 For Thursday, January 29, 2015 “Paul’s Advice for Anxiety” Part 2 HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: Last week, we covered the need to stop worrying! This week, we begin looking at what one can do to combat it. Outline of this episode: “…but in every thing by prayer and supplication […]

  Season 1, Episode 3 “Paul’s Advice for Anxiety” Pt 1 HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: Anxiety can be crippling! On this week’s episode of Under the Juniper Tree, Andrew goes to the apostle Paul for advice on dealing with anxiety. Outline of this episode: There are two types of people in this world. […]

  Season 1, Episode 2 “Why Do We Suffer From Mental Illnesses: Our Decisions” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: On this episode, Andrew talks about the every day decisions we make that can affect our mental health. Outline of this episode: We want to continue in our line of thought on decisions! Before we […]

  Season 1 Episode 1 “Why Do We Suffer from Mental Illnesses: False Views” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: On the first episode of season 1, Andrew discusses some of the false views associated with why people suffer from mental illnesses. Outline of This Episode: It is important that we understand some false views […]

    Episode #030 “Can Any Good Come From Mental Illnesses?” HOST: Andrew Crowe       Show Notes: On this episode of Under the Juniper Tree, Andrew examines the topic of good coming from mental illnesses. He is quick to point out that he’s not saying that mental illnesses are a great thing; however, sometimes view our problems […]