Not All Disasters Are Accidents
Join me for an inspiring and sobering conversation with Tata from II Samuel 11. We dive into the story of David and Bathsheba, and see what happens when someone gets themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time.

This week's Tuesdays with Tata is a must-listen!

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• (00:06) - Welcome Back After Hiatus
• (06:44) - David and Bathsheba: A Cautionary Tale
• (17:08) - Consequences of Sin in David's Life
• (26:17) - Seeking God's Guidance and Mercy
• (35:14) - The Heart of David: Confession and Repentance
• (37:50) - Becoming People After God's Own Heart

In this episode of the Spiritual Brain Surgery Podcast, Dr. Lee Warren introduces guest host Jon Seidl for an enlightening discussion on the theology of suffering.

Jon, author of Finding Rest: A Survivor's Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life, dives deep into his personal experiences of dealing with anxiety and OCD. He shares insights on interpreting life’s hardships through a faith-based lens and challenges the prosperity gospel's approach to suffering. Jon emphasizes the importance of having a correct theology of suffering, relating it to his upbringing and theological journey. Using the Book of Job as a critical reference point, he explains how suffering brings individuals closer to God and ultimately serves for their good and God’s glory. Jon also opens up about his recent struggles, including battling alcoholism, and stresses the importance of an active, ongoing relationship with Jesus for true healing and understanding. The episode rounds off with practical advice for cultivating a deep, consistent faith life.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest Host

01:29 Jon Seidl's Background and Book

02:29 Understanding a Proper Theology of Suffering

04:54 Challenging Prosperity Gospel Beliefs

08:29 Personal Struggles and Faith

11:02 Reggie White and the Question of Suffering

14:55 Defining a Proper Theology of Suffering

19:22 Living with Anxiety and OCD

23:23 The Role of Lament in Faith

25:48 Miraculous Healing and Faith

26:32 The Power of Lament in Psalms

27:21 The Book of Job: Understanding Suffering

29:12 Job's Trials and God's Glory

34:45 Questioning vs. Asking God Questions

37:29 Personal Struggles and Sanctification

40:45 Cultivating a Relationship with God

43:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources and Links:

• Our sponsor for this episode is TImeline: Visit timeline.com, and use the discount code leewarren for 10% off your first order of MitoPure!
• Jon Seidl's website
• Click here to subscribe to Jon's powerful, daily writing on Substack
• Follow Jon on Instagram
• Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!

• (00:32) - Introduction to Suffering
• (02:20) - The Theology of Suffering
• (09:02) - The Influence of Upbringing
• (14:21) - Personal Struggles and Growth
• (22:14) - Finding God Through Pain
• (27:38) - Lessons from the Book of Job
• (37:12) - The Importance of Relationship
• (42:28) - Cultivating a Relationship with Jesus
• (44:12) - Conclusion and Call to Action

Overcoming Anxiety and OCD: Strategies for Mental Health with Jon Seidl

In this episode of the Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast, Dr. Warren introduces guest host Jon Seidl, who shares his compelling journey with clinical anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Jon discusses his experiences growing up with undiagnosed mental health issues, his struggles in marriage, and the transformative moment of receiving a formal diagnosis. He explains his three-pronged approach to managing mental health—addressing the brain, body, and spirituality—and emphasizes the importance of integrating medication, physical exercise, and faith. Jon also highlights how faith can coexist with medical treatment and provides practical advice for those dealing with similar issues. Listeners are encouraged to explore more through his book, Finding Rest: A Survivor's Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life, and his daily devotional at The Veritas Daily.

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

01:35 Meet Your Guest Host: Jon Seidl

03:39 Jon's Personal Journey with Anxiety and OCD

11:19 The Turning Point: Seeking Help

26:17 The Three-Pronged Approach to Mental Health

28:05 Brain: The Role of Medication

35:39 Body: The Importance of Physical Exercise

37:36 Spirit: Addressing the Spiritual Aspect

43:32 Conclusion and Resources

46:07 Closing Remarks from Dr. Lee Warren

Resources and Links:

• Our sponsor for this episode is TImeline: Visit timeline.com, and use the discount code leewarren for 10% off your first order of MitoPure!
• Jon Seidl's website
• Click here to subscribe to Jon's powerful, daily writing on Substack
• Follow Jon on Instagram
• Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!

• (00:09) - Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery
• (26:02) - The Three-Pronged Approach to Healing
• (43:46) - Supporting Loved Ones with Mental Health Issues