Intrusive, Unwanted Thoughts and Faith (I am Second Blog)

Chris and Olivia are two people with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), yet their stories reveal a tale of two churches, highlighting sometimes inconsistent and poor treatment of those OCD within the church. ⛪ This past month, I started a Substack with the article, OCD Is Not A Faith Problem: Why the Church Must Listen to the Muffled […]

For Christians with OCD, uncertainty can commonly center on spiritual and religious doubts. Learn how focusing on the unchanging promises of God can be the bedrock of your healing, even when you can’t untangle your thoughts. The following guest article is by Meghan Newkirk. Join my free newsletter to be the first to receive articles […]

If you suffer from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), or even if you only suspect it, getting help quickly can make all the difference. The average time from the onset of symptoms to treatment is 11 to 17 years. That’s a terrible length of time to let the suffering grow, often out of control. OCD is […]

What if I want the bad thing to happen? What if I don’t really love them? What if I need to figure this out? What if me not being distressed means I’m missing something? The Hope in the Suffering If you ever suffer with questions like this, you are not alone. However, it is undoubtedly […]

In an article titled ” How to Pray for Faith in the Midst of Doubt,” Erika Allen provides a poignant resource on trusting God despite doubt. She starts with one of my favorite passages in Scripture, Mark 9:21-24: And Jesus asked his father, “How long has this been happening to him?” And he said, “From […]

People who have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) experience severe distressing intrusions, sometimes called “spikes” by sufferers. These can happen in the place most unwanted, including holidays, birthdays, funerals, job interviews, weddings, and sacred spaces like a church. What if these thoughts aren’t a reflection of character or faith? What if you can find peace by tools […]