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Therapy and Theology

Lysa TerKeurst

105 episodes

Have you ever looked at a situation you’re facing in utter disbelief and thought, "How will I ever get over this?" Lysa TerKeurst understands. After years of heartbreak and emotional trauma, she realized it’s not about just getting over hard circumstances but learning how to work through what she has walked through. Now, she wants to help you do the same. That’s why Lysa teamed up with her personal, licensed professional counselor, Jim Cress, alongside the Director of Theological Research at Proverbs 31 Ministries, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, to bring you "Therapy & Theology." While Lysa, Jim and Joel do tackle some really hard topics, you’ll soon find they're just three friends having a great conversation and learning from each other along the way.

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  1. S14 E3 | What the Bible Really Says About Death, Heaven, and Hell

    · 39 min

    Have you ever found yourself asking hard questions about death and eternity? What happens to us when we die? Are heaven and hell real places? What will heaven really be like? Is it wrong to be afraid of death? These…

  2. S14 E2 | You Don’t Have To Face Your Daily Battles Alone

    · 41 min

    There is a real enemy out there who hates us and longs to deceive us, divide us, and lead us toward self-destruction. But we also have a really good God who has given us access to the armor of God so we can stand firm…

  3. S14 E1 | Is This God, the Enemy or My Own Emotions?

    · 46 min

    We must avoid living in one of these two extremes: obsessing over the spiritual realm or completely neglecting it. The most balanced place to live is where we're operating in spiritual discernment by the power of the…

  4. Season 14 Trailer | How To Live in a Broken World with a Spiritual Perspective

    · 2:31 · Trailer

    In Season 14 of Therapy & Theology, we’re learning what it means to live aware but not afraid. Together we’ll explore topics like spiritual discernment, spiritual warfare, the armor of God, death and dying, heaven and…

  5. S13 E3 | Their Chaos Doesn't Have to be Your Chaos

    · 41 min

    We know that it isn't our responsibility to control another person, but when they're chaos enters into our world and we want it to stop, we start trying to manage them without even realizing what we are doing. Friend,…

  6. S13 E2 | Are You Being Responsible or Trying to Control?

    · 40 min

    If we are honest, sometimes we declare that our trust is in the Lord, but we simultaneously doubt His plans and frantically come up with our own. In the name of "being responsible," we obsess over how to get everyone…

  7. S13 E1 | You’re Not Controlling, You’re Afraid

    · 46 min

    Most of us aren't "controlling people" by nature. We are usually caring people whose desperation has compelled us try and fix what we already know is beyond our ability to control. But underneath the need to control is…

  8. Season 13 Trailer | Making Peace with What I Can’t Control

    · 2:10 · Trailer

    Welcome to Season 13 of Therapy & Theology! Over the next few weeks, you're going to get an inside look into Lysa TerKeurst’s new book, Making Peace with What I Can’t Control. This message will come alive as you…

  9. Bonus: When Healing Feels Slow, Relationships Are Strained, and God Seems Silent | Q&A with Lysa, Jim, and Dr. Joel

    · 1 h 07 min · Bonus

    In this Q&A episode, Lysa TerKeurst, Counselor Jim Cress, and Dr. Joel Muddamalle respond to questions sent in by generous partners of Proverbs 31 Ministries. They're answering questions like: • Can anxiety ever be…

  10. Bonus: When Helping Others Starts Hurting You

    · 55 min · Bonus

    However you are called to help other people, that is your personal ministry. But how can you serve others, lead well, and make a difference without losing yourself or burning out? In this episode, you'll learn: •…

  11. S12 E6 | "How To Raise Healthy Kids, Not Just Happy Kids" With Sissy Goff and David Thomas

    · 46 min

    Parenting in today's world has never felt more overwhelming. Between rising anxiety, social media, and the pressure to get it all right, many Christian parents are wondering: How do I raise resilient, emotionally…

  12. S12 E5 | Does Praying for Our Family Make a Difference?

    · 30 min

    Praying for our family shouldn't be our last resort — it should be our first priority. In this episode, you'll learn: • Scripture-based prayers you can borrow when you feel inadequate or short of words. • How to…

  13. S12 E4 | How To Set Healthy Boundaries Without Damaging Relationships

    · 32 min

    Healthy relationships require healthy boundaries — even with family members. While dysfunction or even abuse needs to be addressed, are there instances where we have taken boundaries "too far"? In this episode, you'll…

  14. S12 E3 | 7 Things That Build and Break Trust in Your Marriage

    · 34 min

    It’s not always the “big betrayals” that damage trust in a marriage. More often, it’s the seemingly “little things” that are easy to overlook. In this episode, you'll learn: • The two essentials that must be present…

  15. S12 E2 | The Small Marriage Issues That Turn Into Big Problems Over Time

    · 37 min

    Experiencing hardships in marriage is inevitable — especially as both seasons and partners change. But what truly matters is how you communicate through those challenges. In this episode, you'll learn how to: • Stop…

  16. S12 E1 | How To Build a Family Where Everyone Belongs

    · 34 min

    With so much against us and our families in today's world, how can we build a family rooted in biblical Truth and a strong sense of belonging? In this episode, you'll learn: • Four things that fracture belonging in a…

  17. Season 12 Trailer | Fight for Your Family

    · 3:05 · Trailer

    Welcome to Season 12 of Therapy & Theology: Fight for Your Family! Are you longing to strengthen your marriage, build deeper family relationships, or parent with greater intentionality in today’s modern world? In this…

  18. S11 E4 | "What Does It Mean To Be Relationally Healthy?" With Lysa TerKeurst

    · 48 min

    A relationship can only be as healthy as the individuals in that relationship. So how can we grow and show up as our best selves for the people in our lives? In this episode, you’ll learn: • Four things that erode or…

  19. S11 E3 | "What Does It Mean To Be Emotionally Healthy?" With Counselor Rebecca Maxwell

    · 35 min

    Our emotions are God-given signals designed to guide us toward greater self-reflection, self-awareness, and spiritual growth. But how do we learn to manage our feelings instead of letting them control us? In this…

  20. S11 E2 | "What Does It Mean To Be Mentally Healthy?" With Jim Cress

    · 42 min

    In today's world, it can feel like stress is unavoidable. Is constant pressure and burnout just part of life now? How can we protect our mental health with so much pulling at us? In this episode, you’ll learn: • How…

  21. S11 E1 | "What Does It Mean To Be Spiritually Healthy?" With Dr. Joel Muddamalle

    · 45 min

    If you’ve ever been tempted to confuse spiritual health with spiritual perfection, this conversation is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: • The markers of a spiritually healthy Christian and the daily habits…

  22. Introducing Season 11 and What’s in Store for 2026

    · 9:16 · Trailer

    Therapy & Theology is back for the first time in 2026! Season 11 includes four brand-new episodes designed to help you take an honest look at your life and grow healthier — spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and…

  23. Bonus: Receiving Judgment, Reaching for Closure, Rebuilding Trust | Q&A Part 2

    · 27 min · Bonus

    In this bonus Q&A episode, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and Counselor Jim Cress respond to voice memos sent in by Therapy & Theology listeners. In This Episode, You’ll Learn How To: • Navigate conflicting…

  24. Bonus: Confronting Regret, Co-Parenting, Finding the Courage To Move Forward | Q&A Part 1

    · 37 min · Bonus

    In this bonus Q&A episode, Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and Counselor Jim Cress respond to voice memos sent in by Therapy & Theology listeners. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • How to accept the life you have…

  25. S10 E6 | Tools To Fight Anxiety and Better Your Mental Health

    · 36 min

    When life takes an unexpected turn — whether it’s going through a divorce or another unwanted circumstance — it can feel like survival mode is the only option. Our mental health begins to suffer, bringing increased…

  26. S10 E5 | How To Accept a Future You Never Wanted

    · 34 min

    The cure for grief isn’t time — it’s acceptance. Acceptance helps you process what has been lost, let go of what will never be, and discover new meaning and purpose moving forward. In this episode, you’ll learn: • The…

  27. S10 E4 | How To Forgive When the Hurt Was So Unfair

    · 35 min

    Forgiveness often feels like an unfair gift we have to give to someone who hurt us the most. But what if it's actually God's prescription for the hurting human heart to heal? In this episode, you’ll learn: • The…

  28. S10 E3 | When Divorce Makes You Feel Like You Weren't Enough

    · 32 min

    After a life-altering experience like an unwanted divorce, the dust may settle, but your mind keeps racing. Questions like Why wasn’t I enough?, What could I have done differently?, or How did I miss this? spiral on…

  29. S10 E2 | Is Infidelity the Only Reason for Divorce?

    · 36 min

    Divorce is so deeply complex, confusing, and gut-wrenching — especially when you are blindsided by betrayal and left facing a future you never asked for. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why Matthew 19 is often…

  30. S10 E1 | Does God Hate Divorce?

    · 34 min

    Divorce is a deeply painful experience that often carries layers of shame and confusion, especially for Christians. While we don't want to glorify divorce in anyway, we also don't want people quietly suffering without…

  31. Season 10 Trailer | Surviving an Unwanted Divorce

    · 6:09 · Trailer

    For years, Lysa TerKeurst has walked alongside women who never wanted their marriage to end yet find themselves navigating the grief, shame, and unanswered questions that divorce brings. Now, Lysa, alongside theologian…

  32. S9 E4 | Red Flags That May Be Sneaking Into Your Parenting

    · 49 min

    Whether you're parenting biological, foster, or adoptive children or navigating your own healing journey from when you were a child, this conversation is for you. In this episode with Meredith Brock, Jim Cress, and…

  33. S9 E3 | Is Every Red Flag a Big Deal?

    · 26 min

    It's one thing to recognize red flags in your relationships. It's another thing to know what to do after that. In this episode, you'll learn: • Five spectrums to consider when determining how serious a red flag is. •…

  34. S9 E2 | Six Red Flags To Watch For in Any Relationship

    · 35 min

    Noticing red flags doesn’t make you critical — it makes you wise. In this episode, you'll learn: • Six red flags to be aware of — whether you're building new relationships or evaluating existing ones. • How to talk…

  35. S9 E1 | “Is This a Red Flag?” Here’s How You Can Know

    · 30 min

    Have you been interacting with someone and concern rises up within you? An unsettledness bubbles up? Your guard goes up, and you start thinking things like: I don’t know if I can trust them. I don’t know if I can…

  36. Season 9 | Red Flags in Relationships

    · 1:29 · Trailer

    Summertime is a season for sunshine, long days, and making memories with the people closest to us. But let’s be honest — more time together doesn’t always mean more connection. It could create more tension. And…

  37. S8 E6 | Is Pornography Actually Harmful?

    · 42 min

    The (sometimes secret) struggle with pornography takes an emotional and spiritual toll on individuals, marriages, and families. It's a multifaceted issue that requires a multifaceted healing plan. In this episode,…

  38. S8 E5 | Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, and How To Get Help

    · 42 min

    Addiction is a heartbreaking reality that weighs heavy on loved ones who are affected. But when you're navigating something this complex, how can you know the best way forward? In this episode, you will learn: • What…

  39. S8 E4 | The Truth About Narcissism and Borderline Personality Disorder

    · 33 min

    While we don't want to put labels on people, it is important to be aware of certain patterns of behavior. Because the more awareness we have, the better we'll be able to navigate situations we find ourselves in. In…

  40. S8 E3 | Better Reactions Lead to Better Relationships

    · 39 min

    Have you ever wondered why you have different reactions with different people in your life? Maybe it's easy to respond to a friend with love and patience but difficult to respond to your spouse without getting angry.…

  41. S8 E2 | How To Deal With Emotional Abuse

    · 41 min

    Lysa TerKeurst says "emotional abuse is sometimes both the most overused and underused term" ... and we couldn't agree more. In this episode, you’ll learn: • The hidden tactics of emotional abuse: gaslighting and…

  42. S8 E1 | How To Escape the Victim Triangle for Good

    · 38 min

    You cannot be in a healthy, flourishing relationship with someone who refuses to take responsibility for their own issues. This is why the dynamics and roles of the Victim Triangle must be recognized. In this episode,…

  43. Season 8 Trailer | Addiction, Anger, Love Bombing, Gaslighting and More

    · 3:12 · Trailer

    It's time to get out of the dysfunctional dances and be bravely honest about what you may be experiencing behind closed doors. That's what Lysa TerKeurst, counselor Jim Cress and Dr. Joel Muddamalle want to help you…

  44. S7 E6 | How To Be Brave When You Don’t Feel Brave

    · 33 min

    Broken trust can make us look at the world with skepticism, resistance and hesitancy. Or broken trust can make us more resilient and brave. We get to choose how we move forward. In this episode of Season 7, Lysa, Jim…

  45. S7 E5 | Am I Trying To Control What Is Actually out of My Control?

    · 34 min

    When you have experienced heartbreak or betrayal, it’s hard not to fall into thought spirals. You may find yourself bracing for impact as you think: If this worst-case scenario happened in the past, when will something…

  46. S7 E4 | Are There Some People We Shouldn’t Trust Again?

    · 39 min

    Can I trust this person? This is a big question, especially after a betrayal has occurred. The deeper the wound, the longer the repair will take. But not all repairs are equal. You see, there is a difference between…

  47. S7 E3 | How Can I Trust God When I Don’t Understand What He Allows?

    · 33 min

    It can be so disillusioning to process things that are breaking our heart, especially when it seems like God is not intervening. Maybe you find yourself asking questions like: When is God going to right the wrongs and…

  48. S7 E2 | What Do I Do With My Trust Issues?

    · 36 min

    Not one of us gets to live this life unmarked by hurt, so not one of us gets to live this life without trust issues. Whether you claim to be someone who naturally struggles with trust or not, sometimes skepticism…

  49. S7 E1 | I’m Afraid I’m Being Betrayed

    · 44 min

    Betrayal can come in so many different forms. Maybe a friend tells a secret you trusted them with. Or maybe your spouse is making decisions that are breaking your heart. Or maybe a co-worker threw you under the bus.…

  50. Season 7 Trailer

    · 2:19 · Trailer

    Trust is the oxygen of all human relationships. But it's also what trips you up after you've been burned. Maybe a friend constantly lets you down. A leader or organization you respect turns out to be different from…

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