The Psalms as a Guide to Joy, Sadness, and Anger (Thanksgiving Double Feature)
Nov 22, 2023
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In this podcast, the hosts explore the relevance of the Psalms in our everyday struggles and emotions. They discuss the Psalms of Praise, the Psalms of Lament, and the angry Psalms, highlighting their ability to foster a deeper connection with God. They also announce the launch of an accredited degree program, discuss updates and announcements, and delve into the complexities of joy, its relationship with suffering, and the role of gratitude and mindfulness in experiencing joy.
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The Psalms serve as guideposts for everyday struggles and wounds, offering a pathway into the presence of God through emotions of joy, sadness, and anger.
The Psalms teach us to name our pain and be honest with God, granting permission for prayers and laments, fostering a deeper connection with Him.
Deep dives
The Launch of Doctor of Ministry Program in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience
Sid and the speaker announce the launch of an accredited Doctor of Ministry program that focuses on integrating neuroscience and spiritual formation for pastors, leaders, spiritual directors, and therapists.
Is Joy More Important Than Love?
The podcast episode explores the centrality of joy in our faith and questions whether joy is even more essential than love. The hosts discuss the challenges of finding joy in a world filled with outrage, cynicism, and everyday difficulties.
Understanding Joy as a Relational Emotion
The hosts delve into the concept of joy as a relational emotion, rooted in the experience of being with someone who is glad to be with you. They highlight the significance of gratitude, appreciation, and expressing effort in building and amplifying joy. They also examine the command to rejoice in the Bible and how it connects with the theology of God's presence and delight in us.
(This and the next episode are part of a special Thanksgiving Double Feature Rewind of past episodes that are good to revisit in the ups and downs of a holiday)
What if the Psalms aren't just old religious poetry, but guideposts for our everyday struggles and wounds? What if the Psalms are a pathway into the presence of God through the all too human emotions of joy, sadness, and even anger?
Join Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw for a conversation with David Taylor, associate professor of theology and culture at Fuller Theological Seminary, as we explore the relevance of the Psalms and his book, Open and Unafraid: The Psalms as a Guide to Life.
Together, we unpack the Psalms of Praise and the counterintuitive nature of joy, as well as how to find solace in the presence of those who are glad to be with us amidst life's challenges. Then, we venture into the world of Psalms of Lament, learning how they teach us to name our pain and grant us permission to be honest with God in our prayers and laments. Then we end by talking about the angry Psalms, the imprecatory Psalm.
As we delve deeper into the life of faith and the Psalms, we discuss their ability to move us beyond our attachment histories and emotions, fostering a more profound connection with God.