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Mind and Faith Matters

Mind and Faith Matters

by Dr. Cory Potter

Mental Health Christianity

Season 2

#45 - What Boundaries Make Possible: Building Healthier Connections

Boundaries help relationships stay steady, honest, and sustainable. This episode explores how limits support emotional and spiritual well‑being, how early experiences shape the way you show up with others, and why certain patterns make boundaries feel complicated. You’ll hear simple examples of moments when limits become necessary, along with guidance from Scripture on responsibility, capacity, and healthy love. This is a gentle invitation to notice where boundaries feel difficult and to take small, meaningful steps toward clarity and connection.

#44 - Psalm 37 (NASB) | Trusting God When You Want to Fix Everything

In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter reads Psalm 37 (NASB) and offers a brief reflection on a personal struggle many of us face… trying to solve things on our own instead of waiting on the Lord. Before reading the passage, Cory shares a few thoughts on how easy it is to move ahead of God. Psalm 37 speaks invites us to trust, rest, and wait with patience. This episode is a quiet space to slow down, listen to Scripture, and reflect on what it means to place our confidence in God’s timing.

#43 - Why Stories Pull Us In and Why They Matter

Stories pull us in without us even trying. A book, a movie, a conversation can suddenly bring us right in the middle of it mesmerized. In this episode, we talk about why that happens and why stories matter so much in our everyday lives. I share a few examples from books and movies that surprised me, made me laugh, or reminded me of people I love. We’ll look at what’s happening in our brains when a story grabs our attention, and why certain moments stay with us long after the story ends. We’ll also talk about the stories in Scripture and how imagining the scene can help us slow down and notice things we might have missed. By the end, you might start paying attention to the stories you enjoy and what they’re quietly showing you about what matters to you.

#42 - What God's Word Actually Does in Your Life | Psalm 119 Devotional

In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, we take a look at Psalm 119 and what happens when God’s Word becomes part of your daily life. If you’ve been feeling worn down, stuck, or unsure of what to do next, this conversation walks through how Scripture brings hope, comfort, and steady direction right in the middle of real life. Take a few minutes today and listen. You may be surprised by all that's in this one psalm in the Bible!

#41 - Why Grief Hurts: The Cost of Loving

Grief touches every life, though many people struggle to understand what it is and how to process it. In this episode, Dr. Cory Potter explores the psychology of grief, the different forms loss can take, and how Scripture invites honest lament before God. Together we consider how grief reflects the depth of our love and how faith helps us carry it with honesty and hope.

#40 - You're More Creative Than You Think | The Psychology of Creativity

Creativity is not reserved for artists or inventors. In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter explores the psychology of creativity and why your best ideas often appear during moments like walking, resting, or letting your mind wander. You will also learn practical habits that strengthen creativity and why identity plays an important role in unlocking the creative capacity God placed within you.

#39 - Your Identity Was Formed Before Age 7… Now What?

In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter sits down with Dr. Bob Fischer, a clinical pastoral psychologist, for a conversation about identity, mental health, and what it really means to live from who God says you are. They talk about how many of our core beliefs about ourselves were formed when we were very young, and how those beliefs still shape our thoughts, relationships, and emotions today. Dr. Fischer explains how Scripture can help renew our thinking and create healthier patterns in our lives. The conversation also challenges the idea that the Christian life is about constant self-improvement. What if growth is less about striving and more about learning to receive what God has already done? What if peace and joy are not something we earn, but something we step into? If you have ever struggled with who you are, how you fit, or how faith connects to emotional healing, this episode offers practical insight and real encouragement.

#38 - Becoming More Like Jesus | The Goal of the Christian Life

What is the purpose of the Christian life? In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, we explore the foundation beneath spiritual growth and mental health: God is shaping us into people who reflect the character of Jesus. Rather than reducing faith to religious practices or self-improvement, we look at Scripture’s consistent message that the Christian life is a daily relationship with God that transforms us from the inside out. Through passages like Romans 8, Galatians 5, and John 15, we examine how sanctification unfolds in ordinary life and how the fruit of the Spirit develops as we remain connected to Christ. We also explore the practical intersection of faith and mental health. Whether you are a committed Christian or simply curious about how faith relates to psychological well-being, this episode invites you to consider what God may be forming in you and how walking with Him shapes both your character and your mental health.

Season 1

#37 - Finding Hope & Comfort in the Christmas Story

Join Dr. Cory Potter on Mind and Faith Matters for a Christmas episode that brings the nativity to life. Hear the story from Matthew and Luke, reflect on the emotions of Joseph, Mary, and the shepherds, and discover how God meets us in our own fears, pressures, and hopes. This episode includes Scripture, reflection, and prayer to help you find peace and encouragement this season.

#36 - Grateful for Growth: Season One Reflections

In this Season One finale, Dr. Cory Potter looks back with gratitude on a meaningful year of conversations about faith, mental wellness, and the everyday moments that shape our lives. Cory reflects on listener connections, standout episodes, milestones across platforms, and God’s steady faithfulness through each part of the journey. This episode offers a warm recap of what we explored together and a heartfelt thank you to everyone who listened, shared, prayed, or reached out. As we prepare for Season Two, this conversation encourages you to recognize the growth that has taken place along the way.

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