Podcast appearances and mentions of Eric L Johnson

Eric L. Johnson, PhD, is Professor of Christian Psychology at Houston Christian University. He taught psychology and worldview studies for 10 years at University of Northwestern and counseling for 17 years at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Today, Dr. Johnson discusses with Hannah how various psychological approaches find their origins in biblical principles, including meditation.   SHOW NOTES: Introduction: Hannah introduces the topic of stress and the challenges faced by believers, emphasizing the need for effective tools. Excitement about having Dr. Eric Johnson, a professor of psychology at Houston Christian University, as a special guest due to his expertise. Dr. Johnson's background in psychology and his unique approach to Christian psychology. Segment 1: The Intersection of Christianity and Psychology Dr. Johnson shares his journey into Christian psychology and the transformative impact of faith on his perspective. The historical roots of Christian psychology and its connection to the Bible. Discussion on how various psychological approaches find their origins in biblical principles. Segment 2: Addressing the Epidemic of Stress Among Believers Acknowledgment that believers may still experience stress, anxiety, and depression despite their faith. Exploration of the tools available to believers for dealing with stress and the potential underutilization of these resources. Introduction of the idea that suffering is a part of life, and becoming a mature Christian involves learning to navigate difficulties. Segment 3: Tapping into the Power of the Holy Spirit Highlighting the access believers have to the Holy Spirit as a source of power and transformation. Emphasis on reframing challenges through the lens of faith and relying on the Holy Spirit to overcome difficulties. Reference to biblical passages that encourage believers to take joy despite troubles, knowing that Christ has overcome the world. Segment 4: The Role of Christian Meditation in Renewing the Mind Dr. Johnson explains the concept of Christian meditation and dispels misconceptions around it. The importance of taking time to relax the body before engaging in meditation. Practical steps for incorporating Christian meditation into daily life, emphasizing quality over quantity. The transformational impact of consistently practicing Christian meditation over a period. Segment 5: Overcoming Challenges in Meditation Addressing common challenges people face in meditation, such as a wandering mind. Encouragement for individuals to persevere in the practice of meditation, recognizing it as a skill that improves with time. Dr. Johnson's three-step process for effective meditation: relax the body, engage with the Word of God slowly, and spend time reflecting with closed eyes. Conclusion: Expressing gratitude to Dr. Johnson for sharing insights and practical advice on Christian psychology and meditation. Encouraging listeners to explore resources on Christian meditation available at Christian Psychology Institute. Reiteration of the transformative potential of Christian meditation in navigating stress and renewing the mind.

We are back with our Round Table to discuss faith and science! Host Joshua Noel is joined by https://player.captivate.fm/collection/0fe41ec6-59bd-4860-a867-1d8ed2d74cb3 (Pastor Will Rose) of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cb84497a-984e-4c5b-ad9c-4b67b470f1fd (Father Jonathan )Resmini of Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral, Christian Ashley - student at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, traveling preacher https://player.captivate.fm/collection/06b0d5e9-8074-4239-b6db-ead47870ab88 (Brandon Knight) (host of https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/my-seminary-life/id1558302469 (My Seminary Life)), and Christian Scientist Dino Ablan. Do Christians have to choose to believe either Young Earth Creationism or Old Earth Creationism? What is theistic evolution? How should Christians approach the topic of abortion? What does the Church believe about mental health? How does Christianity affect mental health? What should the Church stand its ground on and what should we be silent on concerning science? We discuss all this and much more! Join in our discussions on faith and science in https://www.facebook.com/groups/434522234066940 (our Facebook group)! . To check out our other interviews and sources about different views of evolution and creationism in the Church, https://player.captivate.fm/collection/f5734099-ab51-45cc-a20c-486a14d4a8d1 (check out this playlist)! . For a good read on the different views of Christiniaty and Pschology's relationship, check out Eric L. Johnson's book, https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Christianity-Views-Spectrum-Multiview/dp/0830828486/ref=pd_bxgy_img_sccl_1/132-4766841-2843212?pd_rd_w=1ezyZ&content-id=amzn1.sym.7757a8b5-874e-4a67-9d85-54ed32f01737&pf_rd_p=7757a8b5-874e-4a67-9d85-54ed32f01737&pf_rd_r=SRC5RNCMW5TV3D1R1N1D&pd_rd_wg=Wohrw&pd_rd_r=e927dc65-fba1-46e0-b37a-ba0f73371871&pd_rd_i=0830828486&psc=1 (here). . To check out the sources Pastor Will mentioned or other sources previous guests have mentioned or recommended, check out our https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fCffbWx3GNt3nJtUSwlby4iJaupjoIxvQWmU1vV-N8o/edit?usp=sharing (Reading List)! . Please consider sponsoring our show on Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/thewholechurchpodcast (here), for access to our extra content like our "Too Long; Didn't Listen" series, our "Pet Peeves" series, and our "Whole Church News" episodes! . Make a one-time donation, https://cash.app/$wholechurch (here). . Subscribe to our show, https://the-whole-church-podcast.captivate.fm/listen (here). . Rate us & leave a review, https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-whole-church-podcast-104837 (here).

Resilient leadership is all about bouncing back from adversity and applying your lived experiences to help others advance. This discussion is prompted by the recent events around the world wreaking havoc on individuals, families, communities, organizations, and more. Change is inevitable, so is adversity. However, there are ways to navigate adversity and still come out on top! Our Expert Panelists Natalie Robinson Bruner is the Founder & Principal Consultant of Glad Ed Solutions. Natalie is passionate about serving and educating the community through leadership and workforce development. As the Division Director of Racial and Gender Equity Advancement at YWCA South Florida, Natalie oversees all functional operations and program management of the organization's community and women's programming focused on economic development, global education, and social justice leading to racial and gender equity. She leads a multi-tiered division that produces leaders who go on to accomplish great things. Through her work at the YWCA, she directly impacts thousands of people throughout South Florida to ensure they have the skills, knowledge, and motivation to positively shape their future. Before joining YWCA South Florida, Natalie served as the Director of the STEM Gateway Program at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. In this position, she managed multiple multi-million dollar grants that helped more than 20,000 students build the skills necessary to graduate, restructured university systems, collaborated with other institutions to form synergistic alliances, developed a policy that impacted under-resourced students, and served as a thought leader for equitable opportunities in education, which continues until now. The passion of her heart came when Natalie founded Glad • ED Solutions, where she trains and coaches leaders to better engage their workforce as well as create a culture of productivity that helps individuals flourish and organizations thrive. Please take the time to look at her bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrbruner/ Natalie is hosting a mini-conference January 8, 2022 from 11am-2:30pm EST on having a toxic-free year. This is an opportunity to learn how to remove toxicity from your environment, relationships, work, and body. Eric L. Johnson is the founder and CEO of E4 Inspiring Motivations where he provides breakthrough solutions for next-level moves. Eddie L. Johnson is a breakthrough expert, speaker, author, and servant leader who brings joy and life to situations. An encourager with an upbeat attitude toward others, Eddie has a unique ability to find the best in everyone. Eddie is the Founder and CEO of E4 Inspiring Motivations, a personal and professional development company that specializes in helping business professionals discover purpose, which leads to meaningful and continued success. E4 Inspiring Motivations also train business professionals to successfully break through adversity so they can adjust and remain productive in their personal and professional lives. Eddie is the author of the book Passing the Test of Faith and is a firm believer that we are blessed in various ways to be a blessing to others. Purchase your copy at www.eddieljohnson.com/book --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anika-wilson/message

How can a good God allow so much evil and suffering in the world? And why do some people seem to suffer so much more than others? According to a recent survey of college students, the problem of evil is the question about Christianity that college students find most difficult to answer. This week, Dr. Eric Johnson joins Garrick and Timothy to discuss the difficult question of how to respond when suffering seems to stand in the way of someone's trust in God. The Eric Johnson who shows up on the program today is not—Timothy is slightly saddened to learn—the epic guitarist who plays “Cliffs of Dover.” He is, instead, a leading scholar who serves as director of the Gideon Institute of Christian Psychology and Counseling at Houston Baptist University. This week's query from the gauntlet that snapped away half of all life commandeers the Star Wars universe into mortal combat against Middle Earth. In the end, Lucasfilm falls on its face before the combined might of Mordor, Gondor, and Smeagol. In second half of this week's episode, Garrick pulls on his striped spandex and Timothy picks up his favorite aerosol hairspray in preparation for discussing one of the great hair metal bands of the 1980s, Stryper. This leads to a discussion of human freedom and divine sovereignty in the song "Free" from Stryper's 1986 album To Hell with the Devil. When Timothy shares what the backronym "S.T.R.Y.P.E.R." stands for, the dynamic duo can barely contain themselves; then, Timothy loses it completely when he discovers that Steve Perry is a favorite vocalist of Stryper's lead singer Michael Sweet, confirming once and for all that anything wonderful about the 1980s is only a degree or two removed from Steve Perry. (To quote Gamora in Guardians of the Galaxy, "It's just like Kevin Bacon!") In the end, your intrepid cohosts regain their focus just long enough to survey the question of humanity's freedom in salvation throughout the entirety of church history. Along the way, they manage to include not only music from Stryper but also from Led Zeppelin and maybe even Aerosmith. Also they discover an amazing new possible name for their band: "Pelagian Residue." Subscribe to Three Chords and the Truth: The Apologetics Podcast: Apple / Android / RSS. In this Episode Eric L. Johnson, Ph.D., is professor of Christian Psychology at Houston Baptist University. He has taught for almost 30 years and published more than 50 articles and two books on Christian psychology, Foundations for Soul Care and God and Soul Care. The founding director of the Society for Christian Psychology, he is the director of the Gideon Center of Christian Psychology and Counseling, a new Houston Baptist University program. Follow Dr. Johnson at @DrELJohnson. Questions to Discuss 1. Does the Epicurean Trilemma present a logical problem of evil? 2. In some sense, there are three problems of evil: logical, evidential, and existential. Alvin Plantinga’s book God, Freedom, and Evil dealt a death blow to the logical problem of evil. Our focus is the existential/pastoral problem of evil. What is most important to remember when someone is facing this? 3. In what sense can we say that God understands our struggles? Links to Click If you want to dig deeper into apologetics after listening to this podcast, one great place to start is Reasons for Our Hope by H. Wayne House and Dennis Jowers. To download a sample chapter, visit http://www.bhacademic.com B and H Academic Foundations for Soul Care: book by Eric Johnson God and Soul Care: book by Eric Johnson God, Freedom, and Evil: book by Alvin Plantinga "Sing-Along Song": song by Stryper "Cliffs of Dover Live": song by Eric Johnson "No Rain": song by Blind Melon "Here We Go!": song by Roger Wood "Don't Stop Believin'": song by Journey "More Than A Man": song by Stryper "Stairway to Heaven": song by Led Zeppelin "Love In An Elevator": song by Aerosmith "Free": song by Stryper To Hell with the Devil: album by Stryper ThreeChordsApologetics.com If you are interested in earning a master’s degree online or on campus that will equip you with the most comprehensive apologetics training available anywhere, go to http://www.sbts.edu/bgs/degree-programs/mdiv/apologetics/ How to Make Three Chords and the Truth More Amazing than It Already Is Support the show and spread the word! Here are a few ways to do that: 1. 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