Do Your Emotions Make You Feel Like a “Bad Christian”?

Have you ever had a bad day or a big emotional reaction and immediately wondered what it says about your faith? Maybe you’re angry and think you shouldn’t be, anxious and tell yourself you need to trust God more, or disappointed and feel guilty because you know you’re supposed to be grateful. But having a difficult emotion doesn’t make you a bad Christian. 

In this episode, I'm talking about why we attach spiritual meaning to our emotions, how perfectionism and shame can make an already difficult feeling even heavier, and what it looks like to bring what you’re actually feeling to God instead of trying to clean it up first - because pain and surrender can exist at the same time.

Rooting for you,
Jessica

Want help taking the next step?

If this episode helped you recognize some of the thoughts, emotions, or patterns keeping you stuck, you don't have to stop with simply understanding what's happening. 

Here are two ways I can help you take the next step:

1. Untangle Your Thoughts is my self-paced course designed to help Christian women understand what’s happening beneath their thoughts and emotions, identify the patterns keeping them stuck, and learn practical tools to begin responding differently all while keeping God at the center of the process.

Inside, I walk you step-by-step through the process so you don't have to keep wondering, “Okay, but how do I actually change this?”

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2. Start 1:1 Christian Mental Health Coaching with Jessica. Sometimes you don't need more information you need someone to sit with you, help you slow everything down, and work through what is actually happening underneath your thoughts, emotions, and patterns.

We'll look at what you're experiencing, uncover what's keeping you stuck, and work toward practical next steps that help you move forward with God.

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The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or clinical advice. While we discuss mental health topics, this is not a substitute for professional care. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation.