
The Messy Podcast
Everyone's life is messy. There's no way of avoiding it. We live in a fallen world everyday, and it creates a mess. We live with our fallen hearts everyday, and they create a mess. But it's into this mess that Jesus Christ came bringing hope, reconciliation, and redemption for everything we do and experience. Jesus transforms the mess. In our modern world, the mess can feel increasingly complicated, and the immensity of the mess can leave us wondering if the good news of the Gospel is really the answer we need.
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Dec 13, 2021 • 0sec
110. The Mess of Peer Pressure (w/ Demetrius Nathan)
Demetrius Nathan, an expert on the power of peer pressure, discusses the complicated dynamics and influence of peer pressure on individuals, particularly youth and teens. The podcast explores the implications of social media for teenagers, offers strategies for navigating peer pressure with compassion, and emphasizes finding hope and comfort through the gospel. It also covers the concept of repentance, resisting peer pressure while remaining true to one's identity, and practical ways to support individuals facing peer pressure.

Dec 7, 2021 • 0sec
109. The Mess of Debt (w/ Jim Newheiser)
In this episode of The Messy Podcast, Scott Mehl interviews Jim Newheiser about people struggling with overwhelming debt.
Sponsored by Eternity Bible College: https://www.eternity.edu
Resources:
Money, Debt & Finances by Jim Newheiser, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08Z49J6CG/ref=dbsadefrwthschvapitkinp1i2
Money: Seeking God’s Wisdom (31-Day Devotionals for Life) by Jim Newhieiser, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07YL68HWT/ref=dbsadefrwthschvapitkinp1i11
Money, Possessions and Eternity by Randy Alcorn, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FCKCJM/ref=dbsadefrwthschvapitkinp1i3
The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007M2AOGY/ref=dbsadefrwthschvapitkinp1i1
Managing God’s Money by Randy Alcorn, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004MPRVP6/ref=dbsadefrwthschvapitkinp1i4
When the Money Runs Out by James Petty, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B088JMD5ZX/ref=dbsadefrwthschvapitkinp1i0
Act of Grace by James Petty, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082BDJT9P/ref=dbsadefrwthschvapitkinp1i1
Crown Ministries website, https://www.crown.org/
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Nov 29, 2021 • 0sec
108. The Mess of Trauma (w/ Diane Langberg)
Diane Langberg, trauma healing expert and counselor for sexual abuse victims, discusses the complexity and nature of trauma. They explore how scriptures can bring hope, the embodiment of Christ through serving others, finding healing in the church community, and addressing trauma openly in congregations.

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Nov 15, 2021 • 0sec
107. The Mess of Abuse (w/ Darby Strickland)
Guest Darby Strickland, expert in abuse, discusses topics like identifying abuse in churches, differentiating genuine repentance and empty apologies in abusive relationships, understanding the dynamics and types of abuse, redemption and hope, addressing anxiety and victimhood with biblical passages, practical caring for abuse victims, and supporting children affected by abuse.

Nov 8, 2021 • 0sec
106. The Mess of Toxic Headship in Marriage (w/ Craig Marshall)
In this episode of The Messy Podcast, Scott Mehl interviews Craig Marshall about how the Gospel applies to toxic leadership.
Sponsored by Eternity Bible College: https://www.eternity.edu
Resources:
Darby Strickland – Is it Abuse
https://www.amazon.com/Abuse-Biblical-Identifying-Domestic-Helping/dp/1629956945
Chris Moles - The Heart of Domestic Abuse
https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Domestic-Abuse-Solutions-Violence/dp/1936141272
Elyse Fitzpatrick and Eric Shumacher – Worthy
https://www.amazon.com/Worthy-Celebrating-Value-Elyse-Fitzpatrick/dp/0764234366
IBCD Observation Videos – Domestic Abuse
https://ibcd.org/domesticabuse
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Nov 2, 2021 • 0sec
105. The Mess of Cultural Shame (w/ Tim St. John)
Scott Mehl interviews Tim St. John, an expert on shame culture. They discuss the complexities of cultural shame, the impact of shame on individuals' experiences and identities. They also talk about the importance of understanding cultural context in counseling, embracing compassion, and recognizing the misuse of scripture. The chapter explores the idols of change, syncretism, and offers resources for addressing shame. They emphasize the significance of gratitude and encouragement in dealing with shame and suffering.

Oct 26, 2021 • 0sec
104. The Mess of Undocumented Immigration (w/ José González)
In this episode of The Messy Podcast, Scott Mehl interviews José González about undocumented immigrants in the United States.

Oct 19, 2021 • 0sec
103. The Mess of Anxiety in Kids (w/ Julie Lowe)
In this episode of *The Messy Podcast, *Scott Mehl interviews Julie Lowe about how to help children with anxiety.
Sponsored by Eternity Bible College: https://www.eternity.edu
Resources:
Good News for Little Hearts by various, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V3524VJ?searchxofy=true&binding=kindle_edition&qid=1641424593&sr=1-2
When People are Big and God is Small by Ed Welch, https://www.amazon.com/When-People-Are-Big-Small/dp/0875526004
What Do People Think of Me? Why Do I Care? by Ed Welch, https://www.amazon.com/What-You-Think-Why-Care/dp/1935273868
New Growth Press resources, https://newgrowthpress.com/julie-lowe/
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Oct 12, 2021 • 0sec
102. The Mess of Overeating (w/ Shannon McCoy)
In this episode of The Messy Podcast, Scott Mehl interviews Shannon McCoy about the unique struggles of overeating.
Sponsored by Eternity Bible College: https://www.eternity.edu
Resources:
Help! I’m a Slave to Food by Shannon McCoy, https://www.amazon.com/Help-Slave-Food-Life-Line-Mini-Books/dp/1633420272
God’s Answer to Overeating: A Study of Scriptural Attitudes by Ann Thomas Betea, https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Answer-Overeating-Ann-Thomas/dp/0930756150
Uncommon Vessels: A Program for Developing Godly Eating Habits by Elyse Fitzpatrick, https://www.amazon.com/Uncommon-Vessels-Program-Developing-Eating/dp/1889032271
The Heart of Addiction: A Biblical Perspective by Mark Shaw, https://www.amazon.com/Heart-Addiction-Biblical-Perspective/dp/1885904681
Addictions: A Banquet in the Grave by Ed Welch, https://www.amazon.com/Addictions-Banquet-Edward-T-Welch-ebook/dp/B0073M6A16
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Oct 5, 2021 • 0sec
101. The Mess of Pornography (w/ Deepak Reju)
Deepak Reju, an expert on the unique struggles of pornography addiction, discusses topics such as the definition and problem of pornography, the power of desires and addiction, motivations behind consuming pornographic content, the connection between suffering and pornography, the phases of engaging in pornography, and proactive discipleship in dealing with addiction.
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