In a world where it's hard enough to figure out what's even real, people are increasingly drawn to misinformation, deepfakes and conspiracy theories. How does this work on otherwise rational people? Are some of us more susceptible? And (clutches pearls) what does that mean in the church? Pastors Kevin Dixon and Sam Barnhart join therapist Dave Verhaagen to look at the newest research.

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In this episode, we're not talking about a step-by-step plan to build a platform. Instead, therapist Dave Verhaagen and pastors Kevin Dixon and Sam Barnhart are looking at the psychological research on fame. How can celebrity warp people? How can public figures maintain mental health? And, does fame have any place in the church?

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Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

Paul said it in the Bible: Everything is permissible, but not everything is beneficial. So, where's the balance between freedom self restraint? Pastors Kevin Dixon and Sam Barnhart join therapist Dave Verhaagen to explore the psychology and theology of keeping ourselves in check. Is our identity wrapped up in our behavior? How does self control relate to sin? And, does it help when we show ourselves grace and forgiveness?

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Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.