Speak The Truth EP 189 Trauma Mini-Series: Seeing Trauma through Psalm 55 W/John Henderson
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Jan 2, 2026 
John Henderson, a biblical counselor and ministry leader, joins to explore trauma through a scriptural lens. They delve into Psalm 55, showcasing how David's experiences resonate with modern trauma. John defines trauma's complexity and its dimensions—magnitude, powerlessness, and resource scarcity. The duo discusses the profound impact of interpersonal betrayal and the compassionate role of counselors. They emphasize the importance of Scripture in healing, encouraging listeners to find hope and articulate their trauma through biblical language.
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Scripture Names Trauma's Raw Experience
- Psalm 55 language maps closely to modern traumatic experience, naming terror, trembling, and horror.
- John Henderson argues Scripture speaks into the raw material of trauma and gives words to what sufferers feel.
Trauma Violates Image-Bearing Dignity
- Trauma assaults human dignity because we are image bearers of God, producing a sense of being subhuman.
- Henderson links trauma's severity to threats of destruction and the perception of being outside God's loving presence.
Three Factors That Deepen Trauma
- Three dimensions increase traumatic development: high danger magnitude, powerlessness, and lack of recovery resources.
- These dimensions explain why some events become persistent traumatic reliving rather than passing suffering.