Strong Tower Mental Health Podcast

Breaking Financial Strongholds: Healing the Soul's Relationship with Money with Stephen De Silva Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you work, your finances hit a ceiling? What if your beliefs about money—not your bank account—are what's holding you back? In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Heidi Mortenson, MA, LMFT, interviews Stephen De Silva, former CFO of Bethel Church and founder of Financial Sozo and De Silva Ministries. Together they unpack how financial freedom is not just a math problem—it's a heart and soul issue. "I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers." ~3 John 1:2 💡 In this episode, you'll discover: How your belief system shapes your financial reality The difference between a poverty mindset and a kingdom mindset What "Financial Sozo" is—and how it brings healing to your soul's treasury The spiritual power of money and why stewardship is deeply biblical How to grow your personal capacity to carry more blessing and impact Why generational wealth often disappears—and how to build a legacy that lasts How healing identity and inner division leads to financial breakthrough 💬 Stephen shares practical insight, personal testimony, and biblical revelation that will help you break through fear, shame, and limitation in your finances—and live as a prosperous soul. 🌿 Connect with Stephen De Silva: 🔗 Website: https://www.prosperoussoul.com 📘 Book: Money and the Prosperous Soul 🧭 Take the Free Capacity Quiz: https://www.prosperoussoul.com/quiz ✨ Renew your mind. Heal your heart. Prosper your soul. Milk & Honey Sponsor, use code STRONGTOWER15: https://milkandhoneytallow.com?sca_ref=9980346.HylvVLpOJiQO 💬 Connect with Heidi Mortenson 🌐 Website: www.heidimortenson.com 📬 Join the Mailing List: Stay encouraged with weekly faith and mental health insights → https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/t5u2y5 📸 Instagram: @heidilynnlmft 👍 Facebook: @heidilynnlmft 🌐 TikTok: @heidilynnlmft If you are in crisis, help is available by call or text 1-800-273-8255 24/7. You can also visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. You are loved!

Feeling stuck, unworthy, or unsure of your next step? In this episode, you'll discover how to break the lies that hold you back, embrace your God-given identity, and step into the "more of Jesus" in your life. Through heartfelt prayer, revelation, and Scripture, you'll receive encouragement and practical guidance to walk in freedom, confidence, and the power of the Holy Spirit. You'll learn how to: Break lies about worth, identity, and provision that keep you from living fully in God's grace Hear the voice of the Holy Spirit and receive His guidance in your daily life Step boldly into your God-given destiny, letting go of old narratives so Christ can live through you Whether you've felt stuck in old patterns, held back by fear or performance, or unsure how to live fully in God's calling, this episode is for you. Experience the freedom, hope, and transformation that come when you let go of the old and allow Christ to increase in your life. Discover how surrender opens the door to the fullness of God's purpose and presence in your life. "He must increase, but I must decrease." ~John 3:30 "For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God." ~Colossians 3:3 Milk & Honey Sponsor, use code STRONGTOWER15: https://milkandhoneytallow.com?sca_ref=9980346.HylvVLpOJiQO 💬 Connect with Heidi Mortenson 🌐 Website: www.heidimortenson.com 📬 Join the Mailing List: Stay encouraged with weekly faith and mental health insights → https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/t5u2y5 📸 Instagram: @heidilynnlmft 👍 Facebook: @heidilynnlmft 🌐 TikTok: @heidilynnlmft If you are in crisis, help is available by call or text 1-800-273-8255 24/7. You can also visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. You are loved!

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Lyndsie Schnoor shares her journey from night terrors, demonic visitations, panic disorder, and an eating disorder to a life marked by freedom, identity, and intimacy with God. Through therapy, medication, deliverance, and the presence of Jesus, Lyndsie learned what it truly means to be known by God. Today, she stands as a prophet, worship leader, author, teacher, and church leader, carrying a message of hope: your story is not your label—your identity is found in being fully known and deeply loved by God. Lyndsie reminds us that eternal life starts now: to know Him, and to be known by Him. "Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent." ~John 17:3 What You'll Receive From This Episode: Freedom from shame: Lyndsie's honest story of bulimia, guilt, and spiritual attack shows how God rewrites our internal narrative. Mental & emotional health hope: A raw look at therapy, medication, and the journey through panic disorder and night terrors. Understanding labels: How diagnoses like Meniere's disease and vestibular disorders inform—but do not define—your identity. Prophetic encouragement: What it looks like to live as someone known, seen, and loved by God. Practical steps toward freedom: How intimacy with God transforms mental health, spiritual battles, and your daily life. Identity restoration: The reminder that God doesn't allow suffering for a "testimony"—He brings healing because He loves you. 📚 Learn More from Lyndsie Schnoor: Lyndsie's website: https://www.known2bknown.com/about Lyndsie's Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5hcWWBJetvveSuWceza5un Milk & Honey Sponsor, use code STRONGTOWER15: https://milkandhoneytallow.com?sca_ref=9980346.HylvVLpOJiQO 💡 About Heidi Mortenson Heidi Mortenson is a Christian therapist, speaker, and founder of Strong Tower Mental Health. She bridges mental health and spiritual truth, helping believers walk in freedom, identity, and emotional health.🕊️ Connect with Heidi: Website: https://www.heidimortenson.com Podcast: Strong Tower Mental Health Podcast Instagram: @heidimortensonlmft Facebook: @StrongTowerMentalHealth Mailing list: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/t5u2y5 If you're in crisis, help is available 24/7 at 1-800-273-8255 or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Remember, you are loved!

Are you snapping at your spouse over the smallest things… even though you love them and don't want to feel this way? In this powerful episode of the Strong Tower Mental Health Podcast, Heidi dives deep into why anger can feel automatic in marriage — and how Jesus brings real freedom from hidden strongholds, emotional triggers, and patterns you can't seem to break on your own. This episode is vulnerable, practical, and full of Holy Spirit truth that will help you get to the root of anger so you can experience peace, connection, and healing in your marriage again. "For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places." ~Ephesians 6:12 ✨ In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why your spouse isn't the enemy — and what your anger is actually pointing to How to recognize spiritual and emotional patterns that fuel automatic reactions The difference between managing anger and healing its root How to partner with the Holy Spirit in the moment of a trigger The lies behind bitterness and how to break your agreement with them A simple tool to reset your emotions in 3 seconds How Heidi personally overcame this same struggle and saw her marriage transform A powerful prayer to close doors to the enemy and restore unity in your home 💬 Connect with Heidi Mortenson 🌐 Website: www.heidimortenson.com 📬 Join the Mailing List: Stay encouraged with weekly faith and mental health insights → https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/t5u2y5 📸 Instagram: @heidilynnlmft 👍 Facebook: @heidilynnlmft 🌐 TikTok: @heidilynnlmft Milk & Honey Sponsor, use code STRONGTOWER15: https://milkandhoneytallow.com?sca_ref=9980346.HylvVLpOJiQO If you are in crisis, help is available by call or text 1-800-273-8255 24/7. You can also visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. You are loved!

Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Wendy Backlund! In this episode, discover how you can break free from old mindsets and step into the identity God has for you. Wendy shares her personal story of overcoming shyness and inadequacy, offering practical steps rooted in scripture. Here's what you can expect: Real talk on changing your beliefs to change your life—starting today. Simple, science-backed tools (like affirmation playlists!) to rewire your thinking. The powerful truth: you're not defined by your past, your feelings, or your failures. How "renewing your mind" is a game-changer—and how it's different from New Age self-help. Encouragement and hope for anyone who's wondered, "Can I really change?" Get ready to be motivated, encouraged, and equipped to believe for more! "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." ~Romans 12:2 Wendy's website: https://www.ignitinghope.com/ Purchase Wendy's New book: https://www.amazon.com/Victorious-Prayers-Experiencing-Realms-Prayer/dp/B0FX7QK4RK/ref=sr_1_3?sr=8-3 Milk & Honey Sponsor, use code STRONGTOWER15: https://milkandhoneytallow.com?sca_ref=9980346.HylvVLpOJiQO Find more about Heidi: www.heidimortensonlmft.com Join my mailing list: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/t5u2y5 If you are in crisis, help is available by call or text 1-800-273-8255 24/7. You can also visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. You are loved!