What is the good life according to the Bible? In this episode, Dr. Joe Weaver, a professor and experimental psychologist, interviews Dr. Cory Potter on the good life from a Christian viewpoint. Cory explores how Scripture connects the good life with the abundant life Jesus offers and the real joy found in God's presence. Hint: A good life is a life rooted in purpose, peace, and spiritual fullness, not possessions. If you’ve ever wondered how to experience a full, meaningful life in Christ, regardless of your circumstances, you'll want to check this episode out!

In this episode, we hear from a former church staff member who experienced spiritual abuse within her community. After stepping away, she began a difficult but meaningful journey of healing, finding lost hope, and evaluating trust. She shares how she began to find hope again, rebuild her mental wellness, and rediscover peace beyond spiritual trauma.

Spiritual abuse can leave deep and lasting wounds—wounds that impact not just our view of the church, but our understanding of God, trust, and even our own worth. In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter explores core concepts of healing from spiritual abuse with a trauma-informed, Christ-centered lens.

Whether you're someone who has experienced manipulation, control, or harm in a faith setting—or you're walking alongside a loved one who has—this episode offers compassionate guidance, validation, and hope.

We revisit key takeaways from our previous discussion on toxic leadership and expand the conversation with practical steps for rebuilding safety, reimagining spiritual life, and reconnecting with God outside of harmful systems. We also offer encouragement and wise counsel for friends, family members, and fellow Christians supporting those in the healing process.

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