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Episode NotesInterview with Lee Lewis (was in our 10th podcast on depression)Pastor at Radiant Church in Austin - https://www.radiantaustin.com/www.soulcareconsulting.com12 stone counseling - Garret Higbeehttps://www.twelvestones.org/Soulcare ConsultingCreating a ministry of soul careBuild a culture of care not a side avenue of careWhat would that process look like for a church considering implementing this culture of care 360 evaluation interview processEvaluate what's already happening in the church, find holes, and then provide a road map.The road map is tailored to the size of the church, the resources they have available, which serves as a playbook to implement a process of healthy discipleship and culture of care.Tag Line: "equipping churches for intentional life on life ministry to the intensive care needs."Resources level 1 - small group studyFreedom groups - Gal. 5 13 weeksReach out to soul care consulting at: info@soulcareconsulting.comInfluential books Lee has readInstrument's in the Redeemer's hand -Paul TrippDesiring God - John PiperKnowing God - J. I. PackerAll Things for the Good - Thomas WatsonBook of Psalms

Episode Notes:FaithGod will give you everything you need to complete the work, task, job, etc. that he assigned you to do - not according to your ability, but his ability to work through you.Faith isn't in your ability to do something, but your faith in God giving the work to you. God has given you the assignement; he has called you to do this and he will give you everything you need in order to do this, not because of your own ability, but because of his ability through you. - Shauna Van DykeHeb. 12The faith in knowing that we have a loving father who is using times like these a means to healing our souls. - Jeremy Lelekhardship is usually the primary means that produces faith in us. Mike Van DykeThere is an active and passive reality to faith. Mike Van DykeEmail us at topics@speakthetruth.net

COVID-19 Anxiety & Fear: P2Phil. 4:4-93 fold plan for responding to COVID-19 PrayingThinking biblicallyAnd living biblicallyAnxiety - "its a feeling of worry, nervousness, uneasiness, or distress over a real or a perceived threat." - Shauna Van DykeHelpful ResourcesCOVID - Anxiety Article 

Episode Notes:The hosts start riffing about how COVID-19 has impacted everyone in some measure and trying to find a new normal.Please pray for Jeremy's wife, Lynne as she continues to fight on the front lines here in Fort Worth.Proverbs 12.25 - without a good word ( a word of real hope), how do those without Christ navigate this?There is no neutrality, there has to be something stronger, like faith, to combat the anxiety where it replaces the anxious heart and thoughts.because there is no neutrality in the heart of man, if there is no object of faith stronger than the object of anxiety to cast that out then how can one manage - legitimately.Rom. 8.35-39 - God's promises are objects of faith to cast out the objects of fear and anxiety.Worry assumes the allusion of control on things we aren't in control over. - David Powlison1 Pet. 5.6-10Phil 4.8-9

Episode Notes:"We, in biblical counseling, we do acknowledge that our story shapes our heart. Our story does have a shaping impact on the struggles that we might be dealing with." -Jeremy Lelek, Speak The Truth, EP. 51 Unpacking Diagnoses: Paranoid Personality Disorder (importance of data gathering - context added)DSM Criteria:Pervasive distrust and suspiciousness of others such that their motives are interpreted as malevolent, beginning by early adulthood and present in a variety of contexts, as indicated by four (or more) of the following: • Suspects, without sufficient basis, that others are exploiting, harming, or deceiving him/her. • Is preoccupied with unjustified doubts about the loyalty or trustworthiness of friends/associates. • Is reluctant to confide in others because of unwarranted fear that the information will be used maliciously against him/her. • Persistently bears grudges, i.e., is unforgiving of insults, injuries, remarks, or events. • Perceives attacks on his/her character or reputation that are not apparent to others and is quick to react angrily or to counterattack. • Has recurrent suspicions, without justification, regarding fidelity of spouse or sexual partner.Biblical Explanation:The Bible is very clear in stating: “The fear of man brings a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord shall be safe” (Proverbs 29:25). Additionally, Paul attributes evil suspicion and strife to those who do not “consent to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness…” (I Timothy 6:3- 5). With no fear of the Lord in their hearts, these individuals may engage in (Romans 3:18): • Devising wicked schemes in their hearts (Proverbs 6:18) • Having feet quick to rush into evil (Proverbs 6:14) • Bearing false witness (Proverbs 6:19) • Pouring out filthy lies (Proverbs 6:19) • Stirring up dissension (Proverbs 6:19) • Grumbling against others (James 5:9) • Having mouths full of cursing and bitterness (Romans 3:14) • Fearing man and not God (people will see, hurt, or reject me, Welch, 2000) (Proverbs 25:29; Romans 3:18) • Slanderous accusations (Proverbs 10:18) • Allowing a “root of bitterness” to spring forth which defiles many (Romans 12:15) • Bearing grudges (Leviticus 19:18)Resources From Episode:When People Are Big And God Is Small - Ed Welch

Episode Notes:DSM-IV Criteria for “Personality Disorder (general)”Enduring pattern of inner experience or behavior that deviates markedly from the expectations of the individual’s culture including the areas of • Cognition • Affectivity • Interpersonal functioning • Impulsive controlThe pattern is enduring and inflexible as well as pervasive across a broad range of personal and social situationsEnduring pattern leads to clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.The pattern is stable and of long duration and its onset can be traced back to at least adolescence or early adulthood.Pattern is not accounted for by another mental disorder.Pattern is not due to direct physiological effects of a substance. American Psychiatric Association: Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision. Washington, D.C.: American Psychiatric Association, 2000.Biblical Explanation for: “Personality Disorder (general)”The so-called “Personality Disorders” (i.e. paranoid, narcissistic, etc.) are simply descriptions of long-term behavioral, emotional, interpersonal, and thought patterns developed by an individual over a period of time.The Bible clearly articulates the influence of depravity and sin on a person’s behavior, thinking, and feeling. Therefore the influence of the “law of sin” must be a focal point for individuals citing these labels (Ephesians 2:3).Following the flesh always leads to further corruption, death, and darkness (Ephesians 4:22-24, Romans 8:5).Adams (1979), citing II Peter 2:14, discusses the idea of “habituation” in which sinful patterns spawn (and reinforce) sinful patterns (p. 243).Powlison (1996) highlights the fact that people don’t “have” disorders, they “do” what the so-called “diagnoses” (to the left) describe (p. 3). This is especially so, it seems, as it relates to “Personality Disorders”. This is an imperative conceptualization that will shape one’s approach when dealing with such individuals.Episode Resources:James K.A. Smith - You Are What You Love

Episode NotesDSM CRITERIAHyperactivity • Often fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat. • Often leaves seat in classroom or in other situations in which remaining seated is expected. • Often runs about or climbs excessively in situations in which it is inappropriate • Often has difficulty playing or engaging in leisure activities quietly • Is often “on the go” or often acts as if “driven by a motor” • Often talks excessively Impulsivity • Often blurts out answers before questions have been completed • Often has difficulty awaiting turn • Often interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g. butts into conversations or games)BIBLICAL EXPLANATIONBIBLICAL DESCRIPTORSHyperactivity • Lack of self-control • Struggles with an anxious heart • Disrespect for authority • Low view of obedience • Fatigue due to lack of rest • Personal Weakness • Rebellion • Selfishness Impulsivity • Quick to speak, slow to listen • An unrepentant heart • Impatience • Disrespectful • Self-centered or selfishTweetable: "children that typically stand out under the diagnoses of this umbrella once they enter into a school system are young boys because boys are wired to active and once they get in the confines of a classroom for the first time, they're going to run into some struggles that our culture has decided to label as a disease." Jeremy Lelek - Speak The Truth Podcast EP. 49 Unpacking Diagnoses: ADHD Part 2Episode Mentions - Resources:Am I just My Brain - Sharon Dirckx 

Psychiatric explanation of ADHD by DSM-IV-TR Inattention (6 symptoms that persisted at least six months)Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, or other activities • Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities • Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly • Often does not follow through with instructions, and fails to finish school work, chores, or duties in the workplace • Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities • Often loses things necessary for tasks or activities (e.g. toys, assignments, pencils, books, or tools). • Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli • Is often forgetful in daily activitiesHyper activityImpulsivityBiblical explanation Spiritual issues that could be contributingInattention (Potential heart issues) • Depravity/Folly/Law of Sin • Personal weakness (spiritual/physical) • Self-centeredness or selfishness • Disrespect for authority • Lack of consideration for others • Habit of laziness • Lack of understanding regarding the importance of obeying authority figures • Failure to grasp the significance of worshipping God in “whatever you do” (I Corinthians 10:31) • An anxious heart • Craving for attention • Lover of pleasure • Conscious rebellion • Confusion • Anger

DSM-IV Criteria for DSM-IV-TR Criteria for “Manic Episode” “Manic Episode” 1. A distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood, lasting at least 1 week. 2. Inflated self-esteem or grandiosity 3. More talkative than usual or pressures to keep talking. 4. Flight of ideas or subjective experience that thoughts are racing. 5. Distractibility 6. Increase in goal-directed activity (either socially, at work or school, or sexual activity). 7. Excessive involvement in pleasurable activities that have a high potential for painful consequences (e.g. engaging in unrestrained buying sprees, sexual indiscretions, or foolish business investments). American Psychiatric Association: Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision. Washington, D.C.: American Psychiatric Association, 2000. Biblical Explanation for Biblical Explanation for “Manic Episode” Following are biblical descriptors that more accurately describe the spiritual issues that foster behavior and thinking:  • Anger/Fits of Rage  • Pride  • Anxiety  • Selfish Ambition  • Fear  • Self-Control  • Drunkenness  • Sexual Immorality/Adultery  • Foolishness/Folly  • Idolatry such as:   Control Significance  Pleasure  Acceptance  Approval  Security  PowerResources Mention: Elyse Fitzpatrick & Laura Hendrickson: Will Medicine Stop the Pain?: Finding God's Healing for Depression, Anxiety, and Other Troubling Emotions 

Episode NotesDSM-IV Criteria for DSM-IV-TR Criteria for “Manic Episode” “Major Depressive Episode”  1. Depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day, as indicated by either subjective report (feels sad or empty) or observations made by others.  2. Markedly diminished interest or pleasure in all, or almost all, activities most of the day, nearly every day.  3. Significant weight loss when not dieting or substantial weight gain.  4. Insomnia or hypersomnia nearly every day.  5. Fatigue or loss of energy every day.  6. Feelings of worthlessness or excessive or inappropriate guilt (which may be delusional) nearly every day.  7. Diminished ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness, nearly every day. 1. Recurrent thoughts of death...recurrent suicidal ideation without a specific plan, or a suicide attempt or a specific plan of attempting suicide American Psychiatric Association: Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision. Washington, D.C.: American Psychiatric Association, 2000. Biblical Explanation for Biblical Explanation for “Manic Episode” “Major Depressive Episode” Following are biblical descriptors that more accurately describe the spiritual issues that foster behavior and thinking:  • Depression  • Hopelessness  • Worry  • Selfishness  • Double-Minded  • Misplaced Trust  • Pride  • Depravity/Sin  • Grief  • Idolatry such as:   Peace at all Cost  Significance  Symptom Relief  Security   Control If you're a member of ABC, The unpacking diagnoses forms and handouts are in the back office at christiancounseling.com