New Life LIVE

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JJ shares about the story of Joseph, which he often teaches at the end of the Every Man’s Battle Intensive. Despite jealousy, lies, abuse, slavery, false accusations, imprisonment, and famine, Joseph could say, “You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good” (Genesis 50:20).

I’m struggling with acceptance because shame comes over me. I’d like to move forward. How do you overcome that? I was always told I was a good kid and was a listener, but I never applied it to myself.

After hearing my neighbors’ dogs bark for 4 months straight, I called the police and animal control. I feel responsible that it led to an investigation to see if they were also neglecting their kids, and I feel targeted by other neighbors.

My wife died 4 months ago and I met a widow in a grief group who recently lost her husband. What should my next step be? I know it’s too early for me to start another relationship.

I’ve lost all faith and trust in Christianity. I was an altar boy in the oldest church in America, but it was all in Latin. I’m very discouraged to hear that there are other religions that have very similar stories as Christianity.

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Dr. Alice discusses four ways to deal with anxiety and explains how using something cold on the face activates the mammalian dive reflex—an automatic bodily response that may help regulate the body and reduce anxiety symptoms.

I’m 51, and my mom is moving in with me and my two teens. How can I set healthy boundaries with my mom? Every time I have to confront her about anything, she cries.

How does childhood sexual abuse affect adults? A relative of mine struggles with the effects of childhood trauma and has addictions. She has attempted suicide and sleeps a lot. Her father sexually abused her and her sisters.

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Dr. Alison Cook, psychologist, podcaster, and attachment-style expert, discusses her newest book The Secure Soul and how she wove experiences from childhood into adulthood. She asks the question: What does it mean to connect with yourself, especially the younger version of yourself?

What is fueling feelings of insecurity?

Where is God in times of trials?

What is your definition of the word soul, and how do we know that we need to tend to our soul?

I’m struggling at work and feeling lonely. I left work today just for the afternoon because it’s a toxic environment. I overextend myself, and it makes me feel empty.

Some people believe the past should be left in the past. Why is it important that we revisit experiences from our childhood and youth?

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Chris discusses scarcity vs. abundance and how feeling unloved in our relationships can make us believe we are unworthy or not valuable. Through gratitude, we can refocus our hearts on God’s goodness and learn to relax into His love today.

I’m in my sixth marriage and have been married for seven years. My 73-year-old husband rarely talks to me all day, calls my grandkids vulgar names, and walks away from me. We’re seeing a marriage counselor. Do I stay or go?

My husband won’t remove his boots before he comes into the house because he says he’s the leader of the house. I’ve been praying and fasting, but I’m at an impasse with my husband over Ephesians 5. There are other areas where he’s controlling.

I’ve been married for 25 years and have nine kids. When I come home, the first thing I do is ask my wife if there’s anything I can do to help her. Even when we fall short, the Lord is there for us.

I’ve heard your female callers today talking about how hard their marriages are. Is there anything else we can do to help these women? When is it okay for them to leave, even temporarily?

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How can you reduce your “buts”? Marc explains why but can feel like a dismissal or subtraction in conversation, while and can feel like an addition. Learn how pausing before you say but can help you communicate in a way that makes others feel valued and heard.

I really want to get healed from people-pleasing. My mom used to tell me not to make enemies. I have a friend who made a racist comment that I want to walk away from but don’t know how. How do I get over it?

My wife was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was pregnant. The doctor took a cyst off and put 178 staples in her, and she carried our daughter full-term. This is why someone shouldn’t have an abortion.

How would I know if I need to find a different church? I have romantic feelings for my pastor, who is divorced. I find myself interacting with him every weekend and don’t know how to avoid crossing boundaries.

My ex-wife called the police because I spanked my son three years ago. What’s my next step? I live in Canada. My ex-wife called the police again, and now I can’t see my 11-year-old son and have to go to court.