Straight to the Heart

In this episode of Straight to the Heart [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/], our host Rush Witt [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/author/rush-witt/] meets with Dan Alger who is the Canon for Church Planting for the Anglican Church in North America, through which he leads the Always Forward Church Planting Initiative. They discuss the important topic of liturgy in the normal Christian life. DAN ALGER ONLINE Dan's Website [https://danalger.com/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/dan.alger2/] Instagram Twitter/X [https://x.com/dan_alger] MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Word and Sacrament [https://newgrowthpress.com/pastoral-resources/word-and-sacrament-ancient-traditions-for-modern-church-planting/] Always Forward Podcast [http://always-forward.com/] For more about the podcast at New Growth Press [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/] online. Timestamps: 1:30 - Intro 4:31 - What are people most curious to know about the Anglican Church? 7:26 - How does the modern culture see a more liturgical approach to church? 13:59 - Tell me more about what led you to write Word and Sacrament? 20:24 - How would you describe the role of liturgy in the Christian life? 29:23 - What is the potential for good liturgy to impact the Christian life? 35:16. -How can Christians not in a liturgical church start using liturgy in their daily life? 39:16 - Describe how liturgy changed your day already on this Wednesday. 43:28 - Farewell

In this episode of Straight to the Heart [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/], our host Rush Witt [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/author/rush-witt/] talks with Mike Emlet who practiced as a family physician for over ten years before becoming a counselor and faculty member at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). They talk about difficult topics like intrusive thoughts and Scrupulosity, and the biblical wisdom that helps us overcome them. MIKE EMLET ONLINE Mike's Website [https://www.ccef.org/people/mike-emlet] MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Autism Spectrum Disorder (minibook) [https://newgrowthpress.com/minibooks/medical-issues-and-psychiatric-issues-books/autism-spectrum-disorder-meeting-challenges-with-hope/] Saints, Sinners, and Sufferers [https://newgrowthpress.com/christian-books/biblical-counseling-books/saints-sufferers-and-sinners-loving-others-as-god-loves-us/] For more about the podcast at New Growth Press [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/] online. Timestamps: 1:21 - Why do you describe yourself as a cup half empty kind of guy? 4:25 - What's the most recent cup-half-empty moment  you've had? 6:45 - What do you mean when you refer to emotional buoyancy? 10:44 - The Intrusive Problem of Scrupulosity 14:49 - Why are we prone to intrusive, unwanted thoughts? 17:54 - When you counsel scrupulosity, what is the central approach you take? 23:54 - What does growth look like in the area of intrusive thoughts? 27:12 - How do we turn down the volume on intrusive thoughts? 33:55 - In what ways does our embodied nature affect us? 38:35 - Is Mike Emlet a hugger? 41:50 - Farewell

In this episode of Straight to the Heart [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/], our host Rush Witt [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/author/rush-witt/] talks with Eliza Huie, Director of Counseling at McLean Bible Church in Vienna, VA. They discuss Christian self-care, the relentless pressure to keep up with modern life, and the concerning problem of burnout among adults and children. ELIZA HUIE ONLINE Eliza's Website [https://www.elizahuie.com/] Facebook Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/elizajanehuie] Twitter/X [https://x.com/ElizaJaneHuie] MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Whole Life [https://newgrowthpress.com/christian-books/devotionals-books/the-whole-life-52-weeks-of-biblical-self-care/] Teens and Anxiety [https://newgrowthpress.com/minibooks/parenting-guide-books/teens-and-anxiety-how-parents-can-help/https://newgrowthpress.com/minibooks/parenting-guide-books/teens-and-anxiety-how-parents-can-help/] I'm Stressed [https://newgrowthpress.com/new-releases/upcoming-books/im-stressed-a-path-from-pressure-to-peace/] For more about the podcast at New Growth Press [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/] online. Timestamps: 1:30 - Welcome 4:00 - What interested you about the topics of self-care and counseling? 9:23 - How can the average person find the best pace for life? 16:00 - Isn't it selfish to practice self-care? 18:30 - Keys Parents Can Use To Build Margin Into Their Kids 21:28 - What are some big emotional struggles parents should watch for? 24:50 - Eliza shares her own story of panic. 31:06 - What reminds you to give better attention to your stress? 35:05 - What have you done to encourage others toward self-awareness? 37:21 - When do I need intensive help for my stress? 41:29 - Farewell

Preview Season 3 of Straight to the Heart, a podcast from New Growth Press, hosted by Rush Witt. Each episode includes thought-provoking conversations with leading Christian writers and thinkers. We hear who they are, what they believe, how they approach their work and ministry, and the moments and people who have changed their lives. In "Straight to the Heart," we go beyond the books to connect with the remarkable people behind them. Join us for Season 3 conversations with Randy Alcorn, Joni Eareckson Tada, Adriel Sanchez, Paul Tripp, and more.   Learn more about the podcast here [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/].

In this episode of Straight to the Heart [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/], our host, Rush Witt, [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/author/rush-witt/] talks with Dr. Curtis Solomon [https://solomonsoulcare.com/]. They dive into the hallmarks of the PTSD experience and key ways biblical counseling has been effective in helping those suffering from PTSD. They also touch on a fascinating historical perspective, discussing PTSD in the context of World War II and the lessons learned from that era. CURTIS SOLOMON ONLINE Curtis' Website [https://solomonsoulcare.com/] Biblical Counseling Coalition [https://www.biblicalcounselingcoalition.org/] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/curtis.solomon.100/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/drcurtissolomon/] Twitter/X [https://x.com/cwsolomon] MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE I Have PTSD [https://newgrowthpress.com/christian-books/biblical-counseling-books/i-have-ptsd-reorienting-after-trauma/] Redeem Your Marriage [https://newgrowthpress.com/christian-books/marriage-and-singleness-books/redeem-your-marriage-hope-for-husbands-who-have-hurt-through-pornography/] Reclaim Your Marriage [https://newgrowthpress.com/christian-books/marriage-and-singleness-books/reclaim-your-marriage-grace-for-wives-who-have-been-hurt-by-pornography/] For more about the podcast at New Growth Press [https://blog.newgrowthpress.com/podcast/] online. Timestamps: 1:50 - Welcome 3:28 - Can you give a brief overview of the BCC and your role in it? 10:03 - Where did your interest in PTSD begin? 17:16 - What are some of the hallmarks of the PTSD experience? 24:57 - Does PTSD usually result from physical trauma? 32:05 - How do you help a person see a difference between hardship and trauma. 37:28 - What are the key ways you've seen biblical counseling help people suffering with PTSD. 47:37 - A Final Question About PTSD and WWII 57:11 - Farewell