i did not listen to this entire sermon as i found it extremely condemning towards those of us who SUFFER with this profound agony. i am convinced that my 'bipolar' is the result of an extremely abusive and negligent upbringing. i do believe that suffering from severe trauma in our formative years can cause damage to our brains, that only godly love and care can heal. without some godly love and care the damage will remain. i know that my health (mental or otherwise) is vastly improved when i have available to me loving and accepting friends, Godly counsel and constructive activities to partake in. also, a peaceful environment with experiences of Gods awesome creation is also of great value in the healing of bipolar states. i am so saddened by this man's prognosis (which equals nothing other than prejudice and judgement and condemnation) of a condition which he truly has no experience of. how on God's green earth does he consider himself qualified to speak on such an issue? the suffering of the bipolar afflicted is immense, and it is UNGODLY of him to increase this suffering amongst us by insinuating that we are less Christian than he himself. it is proven and accepted, and in my own case experiential, that light intensity, diet, exercise, environment, company and activity have an enormous effect upon bipolar symptoms. this strongly suggests to me that bipolar is massively influenced by chemical balance or imbalance in the brain. we are not all 'sinners' who are reaping what we sow. we are not merely 'double minded'. scripture and biblical counsel are of infinite value to all, whether bipolar or not. but bipolar cannot necessarily be healed by biblical lifestyles, any more than cancer can necessarily be healed this way. it is an affliction like any other affliction. it brings immense suffering and should be understood by the christian community as being such. a christian should be loved and accepted no matter what their health, and they should be encouraged in maintaining a godly walk with the Lord. 'sermons' such as this serve only to promote prejudice and ungodly judgements upon us. it is NOT man's job to judge in this manner. does this 'pastor' have any real and plausible way in which he can justify his assertions?? a man of God is to speak God's truth, NOT assert his own meagre understanding and proclaim it as truth.
B4 I became bipolar. I had OCD since age 10 which meant I was always struggling to make simple decisions. Could that cover the constant double mindedness perhaps.
maggie eggleton agree! Jesus Said Do not judge but love your neighbor as yourself.. and Jesus Said.. it is imposible for a man(human) to Enter gods Kingdom but only god kan make it hapen. Forgiveness of sins is so healing.. depression is not something one can remove With willpower... medicin is a Big part of getting better.. judgement is not a Way to get better.. therapy is only Working in light of unconditional love and full acceptance of the depressed person. Not under pressure .. not under strict moral bias.. I hope you have good non-judgemental people around you. Peace🧸
@@whynotg9568 I am tired of people saying that my bipolar is actually demon possession!!! I have gotten more abuse from the body of Christ in from the world any day! It should be my soft place to land but it never has been except when I was a child. People should look at the log in their own eye before they start calling people who are psychologically ill demon possessed thank you
I am a born-again believer in Jesus Christ! No one has the right to judge me and say that I'm demon possessed they suspect out of my eye and live my life I for a while
I am bp, a christian, and a therapist. While I love that you dig to understand this in the spiritual area, which I also believe this is a spiritual thing, I believe that you are fundamentally wrong in your stance and approach in trying to bring people to healing. In fact I think what you are saying is very dangerous, and if someone is looking for hope in healing your leading them to a very dangerous place. I believe many individual in the bible displayed BP including David, whom God calls a man after his own heart. I mean seriously read the book of Psalms. Now I dont think that all you say is wrong. As I totally agree that one can not heal a spiritual issues without spiritual healing. But the question I have is; does bp need a spiritual healing or does the bp person need to gain a spiritual understand of how/who God created them to be. BP people are some of the most enlightened people one will meet. When I learned to turn my condition over to God and understood that "I am fearfully and wonderfully made" I learned to ask God what he was trying to tell me through my cycles. Double mindedness is not bp! But I encourage you to consider that BPs are engaging a type of spiritual warfare. BPs see the world differently "eyes to see" and what we see is sometimes very overwhelming. Some of us pull a "Jonah" we hear or see what God is telling us and have difficult accepting that we are capable of doing it. It took me 10+ years of seeing, hearing, and seeking, and all this as a Christian. Think for a sec what Jonah experienced in the belly of that Great Fish... Yes BPs need to plug in Spiritually, no they are no more morally deficient than you are "all have sinned a fallen short of the glory of God!" You have the right idea but you are preaching the wrong message. My brother in Christ, please remember that as a teacher your testimony is accounted for. Maybe your not seeing it, and I feel that you mean well, but your passing a judgement and not preaching a message of reconciliation. This is like shutting up the door of Heaven and stealing hope from people who have not understood the Jonah or David experience they are having that Society has labeled BP. Please re-explore scripture, and consider you message before someone is seriously spiritually injured. I pray the you be filled with the holy spirit and wisdom and revelation and that Lord uses your hands to help people with mental health illnesses engaged in spiritual warfare find Christ and answer their callings! Amen
I do agree wit a lot of what was said in the video, I also agree with many of your comments which were great. Pray and seek God and He will lead us. I do better with my bipolar when I manage my mind and make sure I am not using my condition as an excuse for bad behavior.
Sir you need to repent. Don't you know that mft is a doctrine of the Nicolaitans, men who twist the scriptures as you are doing. Gregory Bateson (Lucis Trust), Milton Erickson, Carl Rogers, are known spiritists. Hear the word of the Lord, "There shall not be found among you anyone who makes his son or his daughter pass through the fire, or one who practices witchcraft, or a soothsayer, or one who interprets omens, or a sorcerer, or one who conjures spells, or a medium, or a spiritist, or one who calls up the dead. For all who do these things are an abomination to the LORD, and because of these abominations the LORD your God drives them out from before you (Deuteronomy 18:10-12)."
I feel death of my mother sparked addiction in some sense. But I refuse to take that as an excuse because I would be without excuse on judgement day for that. The Bible leaves very little room for excuses unless you are completely spirituality blind which is rare. I think depression (not BPD)is hereditary because of influence and situation just as much as it would ever be because of passed genes.
How can we be healed if we have dis disorder for life it makes no sense its got me pissed honestly I take my meds every night but it's still somewhat present its affecting my life its like I'm stuck there needs to be a cure I'm tired of fighting this is not how life is supposed to be I feel severely cheated seriously is dey any hope for any of us smfh
@@TMONEY656 try to set up routine time for shower sleep and eat .choose carefully healthy friends meaning people without addiction , ask for a nutritionist and practice a workout , set a time for it . Involve someone who loves you in your treatment ( therapies and medicine time) . Hopefully you have an intimate partner, if not pray and ask God for that person. Do this and stick to it at least for 90 days ...
@Mickey Mousethat incorrect mental health have a major impact on not just your mind but also your physical health . that why lot of physical conditions should be treat holistic .
The problem with most teaching on bipolar is it comes from people who don’t have it so there is no way they know what they are talking about. My dad’s dad committed suicide because of bipolar fits. My dad was hospitalized in the early 60s due to bipolar violent behavior. I was diagnosed bipolar at age 44 after many years on ineffective medications. Once I started lithium, my life radically improved! And I have been growing in the knowledge of whom I am in Christ ever since. Every person who says a person with bipolar shouldn’t need medication to improve their quality of life, I dare you not to take any more Tylenol, or antacids, or Motrin, or any medications prescribed by your doctor ever again. Of course medication is not the entire remedy. As with any illness, the patient must listen to God about improvements He desires to make in their heart, mind and life. Relationship with God doesn’t end when we take necessary meds. In fact, for the person with bipolar, medications that settle the mind can actually be the beginning of a whole new level of intimacy with God, as it was for me. So, from a person living with bipolar for over 30 years and on proper meds for over 15 years, if you or someone who you know loves you noticed extreme moods swings and other symptoms of bipolar in yourself, first pray and ask God to guide you to the help you need. Then don’t be afraid to go to a good doctor for professional help. Don’t be afraid or ashamed of the truth about yourself. Bipolar doesn’t mean you are a monster. It only means your brain needs a little bit of help processing electrical impulses, no different from the heart needing help or the pancreas needing help or any other organ needing help. Remember that God loves you just the way you are and is ready, willing and able to help you be all that He wants you to be and will use every available resource to help you, even a little medication for your brain if needed. You may not even need medication; counseling may be enough to help get you on an even track. But you won’t know until you see a doctor. Seeing a doctor is easy compared to living in the dark on a quaking roller coaster never knowing when you are going soar too high or crash land. Ask God to give you the courage you need to take the first step. He’s already there waiting for you. He will carry you through your journey. Trust Him.
Thank you so much. I just got diagnosed with bipolar disorder after they thought it was major depression and psychosis. The psychiatrist wants to give Lithium a change, I am afraid because I don't know it but your testimony encouraged me. I hope you are doing wel Tommie! Thank you and may God bless you
I want a sound mind. Right now I don't have one. I am praying day and night. I putting away the the works of the flesh. Seeking God and obeying his commandments. I been battling with this Schizoeffective depression type and anxiety. Please pray for me. Thank you.
Dearly Beloved, read and meditate on 2Timothy 1:7 it’s say For God hasn’t given us the spirit of Fear, But of power and of love and of a sound mind. Note that from the above verse, Fear is a spirit but it can be conquered by Possessing the Spirit of Love, Power and Sound mind. I encourage you to ask the Holy Spirit to baptize you with the Spirit of love, Power and sound mind. He hearth us always .
From my experience the bipolar disorder was triggered from a narcissistic relationship/marriage (whom I believe is also bipolar). The word does say, “When two come together, they become one.”😔🙏🏽
A person who does not have BP, in my opinion, is unqualified to attempt to teach anything about it. I'm so sick and tired of ppl giving thier own ideas and formulas and judgements upon the person who has it. Please do not tell me I am a double minded person. A double minded person is one who CHOOSES to flip flop from serving God and or not serving God. A B P person has no CHOICE in the mood they wake up to every morning and that has nothing to do with my steadfastness in my Lord. and may I add, it is the uninformed who place another burden on the ones who suffer from it. None of us need to be made to feel like we are less spiritual due to our condition. I'm sorry. I don't need to sound so ruff but I have been a christian sinse my early 20s, have served the Lord in many capacities over the last 40 yrs of my life and devolved BP 10 yrs ago. has my live fir God changed? no. Am I being double minded about Jesus? NO. just please stop trying to label bi polor as a spiritual condition. thank u
Renae Jones I was diagnosed with Bipolar II at age 25. I left the pharmaceutical route and surrendered to God at the age of 40. My decision was based on the truths taught in this message. I understand your point and it may be truth to you. However this teaching is truth to me. I live it out daily. To the point suggesting one must actually be living in a certain condition or a diagnosis in order to identify or help another through teaching.....I most certainly disagree with that. If that were the case many teachers (Christian and non) would be also considered false and misleading. But I do in fact appreciate your point and empathize with your condition. I certainly appreciate your comment. I think we can both agree we can only speak for our experiences as a matter of fact. May the Lord bless you on your journey :)
Amen, Renae. Please see my above reply to Ilene's post. The Great Physician is as much at work in our lives as any other Christian's life. Like I said, please read my response to Ilene's post above this. (Just a thought, but are obese people considered double-minded because of their genetic disposition to being overweight? Are they considered spiritually needy and not in tune to God's word in their daily life. There are many people who are overweight, whose metabolisms are slower because that body type is how their family is built. No one points a finger at them saying they are double-minded, but they have a harder time staying trim and healthy because of their genetic makeup. Mental illness has been around for centuries, bipolar was a diagnosis of many famous people who came before us. It is an illness like any other illness: cancer, lyme disease, heart disease, MS, auto-immune disorders, diabetes. But nobody, points a finger at these people and accuses them of being double-minded. No one blames them for the way their body malfunctions or is not perfect. Only those who are mentally ill have to bear the burden of the way the ignorant, uneducated view them. So many of them are productive members of our society, and you would never know that they suffer with any kind of illness at all especially if they are Christian and give it all to God who sees them through the rough times. All people go through rough times, financially, healthwise, family relationships, etc., but if they surrender it to Jesus and leave it to him, those rough times are made smoother with the proper love, support, and understanding from those around them. (Christian brothers and sisters pray and support each other through these times. Bipolar disorder has a genetic component, as does cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Why label bipolar people with this ill-founded spiritual diagnosis? Thanks, Renae for your clarity on this subject. I am a Christian too and we know that all things work together for those who love the Lord.
Catherine Schaff Deuteronomy 5:9 "Don’t worship or serve idols of any kind, because I am the Lord your God. I hate for my people to worship other gods. People who sin against me become my enemies. And I will punish them, and their children, their grandchildren, and even their great-grandchildren." Also, you might find interest in epigenetics.
Yeah applying the double-minded to a person suffering from bipolar disorder is a farce. I've come to a point after battling 17 years with the insidious evil that if i see this pastor before i wont hesitate to slap him. I mean a very hard slap. That would shake brain inside...
Mental illnesses are real, whether it's a chemical imbalance in the brain or severe trauma. I'm a lifetime sufferer of anxiety/depression. Recently lost our son, due to a mental condition called 'Misophonia' that drove him to end his life, grief never leaves me. Accepting God's will! Medication alone is not enough, holding on to Jesus & His teachings. 😰🇦🇺
God Bless You. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I pray for Peace and Blessings for you! And for anyone else struggling and reaching for balance and a sound mind, the truth. May you walk in your purpose. May your pains be brought into light. May you walk with Peace knowing the Holy Spirit is Loving you and guiding you and all the love and light of your family Lives On. Let us Keep the Peace Alive. I understand it is hard to maintain but balance is achievable. Breathe easy and take in Gods Promises to you. Bless You! Peace Love and Light unto you.
I’m bipolar! But God made me this way for a special reason. I can see not that I’m special or anything but I can see the hurt and the heartache of those with a mental illness and truly it is not a mental illness. It is a gift of God that you can say things that no other can’t see I’m not special. I’m not favored by God but he gave me this illness so I could have compassion.
“Nothing but the truth” is one of my favorite you tube channels. HOWEVER, you fail to recognize that Bipolar disorder is a disease ( yes, disease), is organic & involves the brain. I, too suffer from mental illness-I am a born-again believer-Jesus gets me through each day & I use my illness to witness to others; to lift up,encourage & educate others. Please educate yourself in mental illness as well as in the Bible. 💜. PS- my pastor also did not believe in mental illness. His son “out of the blue” shot himself in the head at a Christian college.
I'm a believer who struggles with it as well. I've seen jesus prophecy through me and heal people through me all sorts of cool encounters, yet, the freaking bipolar shiet comes and wam everything can feel usless.. bless you fam, keep moving the holy spirit and put God first but also make sure u take care of yourself and your family
I do not know who this man is nor what his credentials are but I suffer from rapid cycling bipolar I disorder with hallucinations and extreme paranoia. I am also a professional motivational speaker on the subject who travels all over speaking on the issue and I also write on the issue. I have spent my life first learning to live with this illness, and secondly trying to spend my life helping others. I make a portion of my living devoted to this subject. That said, and I do not want to question this mans heart or intentions, but when it comes to his knowledge on the subject it is EXTREMELY lacking. It is alarming how off on the subject he is in some ways and how he glosses over things. For one thing, he states that scientist do not know where bipolar disorder comes from. While no cure has been found for this debilitating illness his statement is completely inaccurate and glosses over a whole wealth of scientific information such as brain scans for instance. Also, his definition of what separates bipolar I and bipolar II is extremely lacking. Bipolar I represents a break with reality. Bipolar I disorder is the only form of bipolar disorder with full blown manic episodes. With bipolar II you have hypomania. These are just simply a couple of areas whereby he gloss over things to skip to his point. While there is no direct wording from him that we can avoid medication it is certainly implied by him that if we just live good and healthy lives with God that we can avoid the pitfalls associated with bipolar disorder. For instance he speaks of the "mental disciplines of judgement". Things like this seem to indicate that if we simply turn to God that all will be ok. He speaks about what we need to do as fathers and how we need to instill things in our child's mind but I seriously doubt that he has ANY experience with the mind of a child who suffers from bipolar disorder. I seriously doubt that he has ever experience a situation with himself or his child whereby he has gone to the toolbox of the brain, only to find that toolbox completely empty. Indeed his information on precisely when bipolar disorder affects an individual is out of date and inaccurate. I have no idea why this man thinks that he is qualified to speak upon the subject. I share his thoughts that we need God in our lives and I know that the treatment of bipolar disorder needs to be multi-faceted. Medication MUST be taken. Period! But yes, indeed we must also have an organized mind as much as possible and we get there not only through medication, but through counseling, support groups, love from family and friends and guess what? For me, I believe that ALL of those things come from God, including the medication. I think this man needs to speak of topics that he has more knowledge and understanding of.
+Leonard Forrest I am bipolar too and I agree, this guy is so so uneducated and insulting, especially using analogies from the bible that have nothing to back them up. Please check out my video Leonard- Coping with Bipolar Disorder- Ilene
I have BP 1 as well and work as a Certified Mental health peer specialist. I've been a Christian for over 30 years and I believe that God is still in the healing business. But you would never tell a cancer patient to only pray and deny that person chemo/radiation or whatever. Nor would you deny a diabetic insulin. The origins of mental health issues are no more or less an issue than the previously mentioned health issues. Mental health issues are going to only increase in the years to come and I hope this guy gains new insights on his stance on mental health issues.
Amen thank you for this. I’ve been struggling for years and seeking the Lord on this matter but I really feel the Lord is leading me to use medications. I know He’s led me to certain doctors to cure other issues I’ve been having. I think there’s a place for medication. I also know that all the holy living just isn’t enough when you’re bi polar. It’s hard to explain. My brain just lacks the ability to pause and rationalize certain situations. If you’re not suffering from bi polar you couldn’t possibly understand what it’s like to live with it.
Thank you. My 17 year old son is a Christian and was just diagnosed with Biopolar 1. I hope this pastor has since learned more about this disorder, because as you noted he is clearly clueless.
Just getting into it and the man doesn't know that BP2 is equally if not more dibilitating than BP1. BP2 suffers deep and long depressions mixed with hypomania and are more likely to commit suicide. BP1 is not characterized by depression but the mania is much worse. I get so sick of people saying my Bipolar is a crisis of faith, than diabetes is as well.
There was so much good content in here, but overall it broke my heart. The vast majority of what was presented is not applicable to mental illness, and it's clear he has no understanding of what bipolar disorder is. He's right - spiritual problems require spiritual answers, and certainly bipolar can cause issues that can't be addressed by medication. But science can show that the bipolar brain has chemical and structural differences than the non-bipolar brain. It is a physical issue. And to call it a character issue or imply it can be solved through discipline just pours fuel on the shame that so many Christians with bipolar already live with. What an absolutely heartbreaking travesty of the gospel.
This preacher is on point. And I’m commenting from the perspective of a metaphysician. I read the Bible from an esoteric perspective & he is 💯. I’m not dismissing that bipolar is real issue but all issues really come SOUL issues. They come from unresolved trauma within the soul. And this lack of resolution is passed down via genetics. That’s why these mental disorders are passed down because it’s in the soul which is another word for the mind.
We did not sign up for this!! God allowed it and it is genetic not a curse! We deserve love, compassion and acceptance! Especially from other believers, do we always get it? Usually not, because of people like you! I know I am the righteousness of God thru Christ Jesus... like all true believers.. Please Stop talking about what you really don't understand unless you yourself have experienced it firsthand.I have considered the spiritual aspect of course, but find no evidence. Sorry for being harsh but I have been extremely hurt especially by "christians" My dad and sister have no. Dad was a solid believer too.
I am 40y male, was treated for OCD, Depression and Anxiety since 2011 with medication. From the beginning of December 2023, I am now being treated for Recurrent Depressive Disorder with Cluster B personality traits (Borderline). I liked your message about managing our mind with serious efforts. I will put all my heart, all my soul, all my strength to manage my thoughts to manage my mind; to be free from this bondage of mental disorder and walk in the path of Lord Jesus Christ to serve God my Father and enter His salvation. Thank you.
I have bipolar depression - "sermons" like this only serve to alienate people from the church. People with mental health issues need places like the church to help with socialization and to receive positive validation from a higher power.
Dorito Hussein - I hear you. It's this type of ignorance and lack of love and compassion that turns me off from some of those who call themselves Christian.
I had to stop listening to this clip because whether I am struggling with depression or am having an ok day my relationship with Jesus holds firm. My spirit is not double minded. I have a chemical imbalance. Another reason I stopped listening was because you stated that bipolar two is not as severe. Believe me it is. It is just different than bipolar one. Last year I came out of a fifteen year depression. It was horrible. I could not hear or feel God during this time but I knew He was faithful. I had several mixed episodes during this fifteen year period. The only way I can explain a mixed episode is to say that it is depression fast forward with incredible force. Mixed episodes are truly hellish. I sit here a full year after coming out of that fifteen year depression and I am crazy about my Savior. Jesus rocks my world. I still definitely suffer from this disease but hey that’s life. And God promised to be with us in the hills and valleys of life. Whatever life hands to us, trusting in God is a decision, a commitment, a covenant. He walks with me in my illness.
To start with the term "double-minded" is di-psychos (double souled) It means that your mind (and resulting emotions) are not firmly fixed on a single object. Rather the person believes one moment but then allows himself to be distracted by what is going on. Then he changes his position. In context, the person fails to hold fast to his faith in Christ. This is not about involuntary emotional states. If it were then whenever you have a change in moods because you are sick or tired you would immediately be in unbelief but that is not the way it works. States of mind that are involuntary are just temptations. They do not take you out of the care and love of Christ. The, "double-minded," on the other hand, does let go of his faith. Therefore his problem is moral not emotional. This scripture is not speaking of a man diseased in the brain but assumes relatively normal functioning of the organism. The Bible says nothing about his body or brain being unwell. The human brain, being fallen, does not always work properly. For instance, people with brain trauma or stroke often act emotional whereas they did not before the incident. Are they also "double minded?" Any part of the brain can malfunction. Neuroimaging has shown clearly characteristic neurological dysfunction in people with BD. You can actually see how pre-frontal cortex failure allows emotions to unduly influence the brain EVEN WHEN THEY ARE NOT EXPERIENCING A MOOD SWING. Of course, there is a danger of psychologizing moral and spiritual issues but that will not be helped by misusing scripture and tacitly denying man's physical nature.
@@viperstormwayleader2695 no please dont say that. I know its hard. I want to end it at times... Bipolar disorder is crippling. But your life is worth living. I try to imagine my eyes as God's camera lenses. We are all walking around making little movies. I don't know if that helps... But it made me feel better. Knowing my movie is mine and mine alone. Its something only God and I share. You have that with him too you just have to chase after it with all of your heart.
The healing comes thru meditation of the scriptures. The word is a living thing as stated in John 1:1 it says in the beginning was God and the word was with God and the word is God. Jump down to verse 14, it says the word became flesh and dwelt among men. Who is this referring to? Jesus. He is the physical manifestation of God. So if healing comes through Jesus, he does heal miraculously then when we study..learn and meditate in the bible (the word) we are healing our spirit and soul, where our wounds and trauma need to be healed. Pills will not and cannot heal a broken soul or spirit. Brokeness has happened in the spirit and or soul before the mind is affected. Long story short, just meditate on scripture if that's all you know how to do. Read it day and night, healing will come. Through reading it you learn how to pray, who Jesus was and is. The more you take in the more you heal. Speaking from experience.
Being truly bipolar has nothing to do with the fact if you are a Christian or not and has nothing to do with demons or that you do not have enough faith in God. It is a illness that you do not choose to have. It's just like having Cancer. I'm sure there are sometimes many that are misdiagnosed and It has to do with spiritual issues. The church sometimes does not understand that. I have been a Christian for over 40 years. May God forgive the churches that are involved in this act of judgement.
Bipolar does not “swing” in minutes. Manic episodes last 4+ days and usually take a few days or weeks to ramp up. Depression is 2+ weeks of low mood low energy state. Also. Mania is more often euphoric joy and racing thoughts than it is irritability, but it can include irritability, sometimes to the exclusion of the euphoria. I have bipolar.
I am diagnosed with bipolar disorder and pastor Johnston’s biblical view makes a lot of sense and this biblical explanation can be applied to other mental disorders. 🙌 this was great pastor.. very insightful. Jesus is the way, the truth and the life
Thanks for your feedback on bi polar. I was diagnosed Type 11 bi polar at the age of 51 years. I believe that it is our spiritual well being that affects us mentally. We need to be honest with ourselves. A lot of folks will have to dig into their hearts to get sound mind/heart. Personally I have been sexually abused as a child and verbally abused in my marriages. A lot of times I have double mindness....I don't know how to make decisions for myself and set healthy boundaries a lot of times...I am learning. I know that repressed bitterness brings on depression. Forgiveness will free a lot of us......I am totally open up to have healing from God.....I suffer from a lot of fears recently... Please keep me in your prayers. Please note that anger and fears are not mental illnesses but a spiritual issue. I have not experienced bi polar depression but mood swings and I questioned my diagnoses.....it could be from menopause... Thank you. Amen!!!
bipolar disorder is not being moody or mood swings. It is a shift in mood that can last for weeks or even months. It is not a minute by minute thing. You can be manic for 3 months and you can be depressed for 3 months. Your biology decides how you feel.
This is when the word "Pastor" should not be used. Please dont delude TH-cam with ignorance thinking you are informing people about the Word of God when you are informing people about what is called "private interpretation." Please understand this video doesn't help ANYONE with a disorder that is MENTAL. The Bible says LIFE and godliness. Why did it say life? Its amazing how many people use the Bible to help people hurt themselves now days. Talking about double-mindedness? You mean like thinking you know something and not knowing anything about it? Thats doubleminded. lol wow and please reply because I will easily handle any words spoken.
Social abandonment: "I don't have the Time." "Aren't we getting you (1 hour a week) therapy?" 10 minutes into a plea: It's just, I don't understand how your colors and geometry will help you do the dishes! (real issue being, "GET BETTER but FIGURE IT OUT ON YOUR OWN.")" When you are on the other side of the river, you need a bridge. People get impatient yelling, "Come ON, why can't you just get OVer here?" "YOU HAVE A CHEMICAL IMBALANCE!!! (rinse, repeat, 9 years)" "Don't use your diagnosis as an excuse." Same person who isn't ok with in her own words: So what do you want, to be the last MARTYR?? When I crashed, I let my Mother have all control. I never dreamed it would take 9 years to realize HER Bipolar would allow her to think she is beyond reproach, making the same excuses every time I asked for help and my Dad "the Pope" had married the "Immaculate Virgin. I know too good and well I'm not Yehoshua, but she is so possessive she'd rather I die a trophy to stare at than a follower of The Living God. Pharma allows the world to cut itself from YHWH. That has been the constant plan all along. BTW, POLES are for PLANETS, Flags when someone chooses to fly one, and Strippers. They are used as AXES. You SPIN on them.
I have bipolar had it since 13 and all of my life been treated like shit from my peers and also from my parents. I have no rights I am under guardianship at age 38 years old. I have no friends nothing I have no one to talk to at all. Been through a lot of trauma and I would like just one day to be treat like a human being just once in my life. But that will never happened and most of my days I get angry cause of my situation and also wanting sometimes to end my life. Been a Christian my whole life but never found hope in God. Probably cause I never been treated well by anyone in church. I find my life is hopeless and I have nothing left.
I understand the feeling of hopelessness. You aren’t alone in your feelings of depression. You deserve more respect and consideration. Your not a horrible person. You should be valued and even though you might not be you are alive for a reason. You exist in this world for a reason that we can’t fully understand at this stage but believe it and have faith in yourself as a person. Keep believing.
Thank you for your teachings, I define myself by the teaching of Gods word and not through a mental illness label...First was the word of god...he is the first and the last, the living God
I worship at the New Baptist church on 76th and fairfax and take lots of pills. Thank you for your words of revlation. I havent hurt anyone since i started my treatment but I keep seeing signs from God to stop the pills. I can't really hear him anymore. i really liked when you said medication will never solve spiritual problems, that is so true. no more pills starting today just God and my faith. thank you for helping me see truth through the lies
I believe.... That Christ will accompany me and make me recover from this... Disorder... Not bipolar haven't checked doctor yet but will do a brain scan soon. Peace! May the Holy Spirit and Jesus accompany us.
Furthermore, I also take exception to anyone other than a licensed medical doctor who specializes in this area speaking on a subject which they are not experts in. Also, there are the testimonies of those who suffer with this potentially debilitating illness daily. Hear them!
As a sufferer , from my bipolar wife, and a physician with much experience in this matter I say there are many kinds of helpers in this world. Brain chemical imbalances with a psychiatrist, counseling from a qualified expert,. A Bible teacher with much counseling experience, a dietician, Accountability partner, great friends and family .... If you are not a Christian then you don't care about the Bible. I get it. What he says about double heartedness and double-minded mess and unresolved issues is PIVOTAL in all counseling, for every condition. Un forgiveness or bad self image or any alcohol or drugs..... Are a giant trigger. What he says is Biblically and psychologically correct. But his wordage is a different generation people might not identify with. My guess is most won't listen till the end but have HUGE opinions.
I have type 1, insulin dependent, childhood diabetes. Using the same logic in this video, a man once told me not to pray for him, because if I didn't have enough faith to believe the Scriptures and be healed, I was in disobedience. Not only hurtful for him to say, but he is extremely misinformed.
What a lovely prayer, and thank you for this video. I am free from all the medications prescribed that did threaten my kidneys. I didn't want to end up on dialysis like some have. I began reading the bible daily and journaling scriptures in 2020. I was diagnosed with bipolar 2 in 2012. I have been living a life of tormenting anguish for many many years. Nothing but nothing has ever brought me more comfort then the devotion to the WORD and seeking His face daily in earnest prayer. It gets better, dear brothers and sisters. May the peace that surpasses all understinding in Christ be with you all.
I am A Christian with Bipolar and I am Fearfully and wonderfully made and God will use my Disease for his glory. u have no Idea. I wish U could be inside my mind for even one day. I thank God my Christian Counsellors don't have your point of view
If I were to approach my doctor and discuss these issues in relation to my bipolar disorder i would most likely end up on section 2 (here in the UK that would result in me being hospitalised against my will for anything up to 28 days). As a type one sufferer, I am acutely aware of the fact that, in symptomatic terms, religious delusion comes at the very top of the list. This kind of judgemental claptrap is at best unhelpful and at it's worst, potentionally lifethreatening: it is yet more prosperity gospel nonsense which blames the sufferer for their condition. Being bipolar is not a factor of any fault of character, else the whole of humanity would be diagnosable. We all make dreadful mistakes in many areas of our lives and most of us experience tremendous grief and trauma or other threats to our wellbeing at some point. How we cope with life's trials is no measure of character, it's about grace.
There are many types of mental illness put together that should not be. Many who make mistakes in their lives cause undue stress on their emotions and alcohol and drug abuse then breaks our bodies systems. Our fault. But many are born with imbalances and a harder life. We can't lump them together. Every sect of Christianity has their gifts and beliefs. Can't lump them together. Many suffer from delusions but many are real visionaries. But not if your church or heathen friend don't believe it right? Cause your friends or church is the smartest in the WHOLE world. Grace and peace and love to all made in God's image. Life is hard. May we all spread love
Bipolar 2 is actually more susceptible to suicide and acting out on it. Bipolar is defined by the mania. Bipolar 1 has shorter depression and have full blown mania. Bipolar 2 is longer depression and hypomania. Not full blown mania.
A book that I have found helpful is GRACE FOR THE AFFLICTED ( A CLINICAL AND BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE ON MENTAL ILLNESS) by Matthew S. Stanford. God bless you
Also I was very in depth reading the Bible and this is what cause me to have the manic attacks because I read too much too fast and I took all it in and it overwhelms my brain I read the Bible 3 times over before I had my attacks.
I am bi polar 2 with severe depression, ADD and OCD. I have struggled for 30 years as a hot and cold Christian. It is from the mental illness as well as the side effects of the medication. But I am still trying to have “faith” even though I struggle with faith. I don’t agree with this speech. How do I control “Double mindedness” when I am struggling to fit into society?
I have been mentally unwell, for 6 years now, first it was psychosis, then schizophrenia and now bipolar. Its been a struggle, mentally, physically, and spiritually sometimes I want to give up. I must take my medication every night or I might end up back in hospital for a 3rd time. My current solution is Jesus, the word and the sacrament of penance, family, friends, and a support team. What I see, God showed me a glimpse of Heaven and a reality of Hell. What they see, chemical imbalance and medication needed. I have accepted medication, but am worried about the side effects it has on my brain and body. Sure, it may have been substance abuse, but I was 2 to 3 weeks sober in 2017. When I decided to pick up my bible, turn to God and search for Jesus to forgive and relieve me of my sinful addictions. Right now I am still on my journey to recovery, I am still alive, thank Jesus, I am not in the mental hospital, not in prison, haven't commited suicide, and not homeless. But there is still a lot of work to do to keep it that way especially for those with a religious or spiritual experience.
I am bipolar. Been so for 30 yrs I believe I am caught in some kind of dilemma - that I have something I need to decide. I believe that the instability is b/c of being caught in this real world versus needing to move to a higher level of faith and spirituality. The instability has worsened over time and I have lost control. But at some earlier time, I had the control and made poor decisions. Not horrible ones - the shift was subtle: I looked like I was doing great. I am now homeless and near suicide.
Thank you for this. I did not have or was not diagnosed with bipolar until I met Jesus and was turned from an atheist into a believer, This speaks volumes to me to remember who I am in God's eyes, not the worlds eyes. Praise Jesus.
It is really important for the uninformed to understand that just as any major organ in the body can not function correctly or can suffer illness, the brain is no exception. Keep in mind that we live in a fallen world. And there will always be issues with the body until the day that we are glorified. If someone has a problem with their heart, do we have a right to judge them and say that they don't have enough Faith to be healed? The same is true of individuals that have issues in the brain. If anyone has been keeping up on the subject, there are football players and sports personalities who have died. And it was only after they died and their brains were autopsy that they were diagnosed with CTE. This was caused by repeated trauma to the head. And I can think of at least two individuals one in the wrestling world one in the football world who actually murdered somebody, and one even murdered his entire family. So are we saying that these people were demon possessed or that they needed to repent? When they clearly had a physiological proof that they had suffered extensive brain damage. Until you've walked in someone's shoes, I don't think it's fair to judge. I think individuals that have mental illness or any kind of illness for that matter need our Compassion, or sympathy, and especially our prayers. They do not need our judgment. And besides, the judgment-seat belongs to Jesus Christ Alone. Blessings!
I hate the fake when people say it's a demon or a sin. My pastor doesn't believe it's a demon. I don't either. People with bipolar is unique. God is also closer to mental ill people.
I am a born again Christian and I am not double minded on decisions or choosing God. I love God dearly. And I have bipolar. If anyone in the bible had bipolar its is possible kind David and Elijah had bipolar. Elijah up one minute down the next. David up one minute down the next when writing psalms. They both had a sound mind and were very moody. Melancholy. Bipolar and by no means would I call them double minded.
I am bipolar and I was NOT BORN THAT WAY!! I worked with chemicals and liquid mercury in my 20's and BECAME IMMUNE COMPROMISED...which eventually affected my brain AND my hormones. And my nervous system. My husband had a brain tumor and had a piece of brain removed which made him bipolar. I know wonderful compassionate caring Christians who are mentally I'll. Bipolar..Anxiety. .PTSD Schizophrenia...NONE OF THEM CAUSED THEIR OWN CONDITION!! Scientists are discovering that BRAIN DISEASE is caused by subclinical MALNUTRITION....OR with some people it is a brain sensitivity to the HORRIBLE PESTICIDES IN OUR FOOD SUPPLY ...OR the genetically altered foods we are forced to eat in AMERICA!!! This is like JOB'S FRIENDS who accused him of secret sin as the cause of his affliction!! READ THE BIBLE!!! We are at the end of the Genetic Trail now...the Lord will come back soon and put an end to: MAD COW PRION BRAIN DISEASE....and intestinal parasites that wreck your absorption of nutrition and cause someone's brain to suffer malnutrition..God is merciful and sees our suffering!! DO YOU?!? THIS A COMPLEX ISSUE!!
Great information! I believe it is a spiritual problem. Someone very close to me has bipolar disorder and the root like the pastor mentioned is a mental agony of an unresolved issue that happened in his childhood. Now, as an adult, he is lacking genuine self-acceptance has done a lot of blame shifting and by not accepting God's forgiveness in his life he had caused so much damage to people around him. As a summary of the Pastor's perspective, we need to sanctify our mind, use our mind to think, meditate and settle matters. Have a personal relationship with God by praying, reading the Bible, worshiping and meditating on his word. There is nothing impossible for God if you allow him to help you!
i really like a lot of what you say. i think that watching what you put into your soul and trying to organize your mind can help a great deal with bi polar, and i believe through christ all things are possible, but this actually is a disease. your right no one really knows what causes it im hoping a lot of it is spiritual. although i can tell you that medication helps a great deal and depression and mania are very real. i can certainly tell you that the highs and lows are largely uncontrollable and i cant believe what i was thinking at the time. perception is altered during these highs or lows. you say double-mindedness but i can honestly say it alters perception and the thinking process. medically they have shown that there is a biological process that takes place so the reaction in the brain is proven they just dont know how its caused maybe it is caused from sprituality or lack there of. all i know is some of the thoughts i have when im at extreme lows or extreme highs is in neither one of my two minds...its the thinking process that can get me there.
That's because Christians know their father by his voice the voiceless voice not those evil thoughts if you listen to those thoughts they are from the devil.
Apostle Paul's message of wisdom... 1When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters,a I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan.b 2For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. 3I came to you in weakness-timid and trembling. 4And my message and my preaching were very plain. Rather than using clever and persuasive speeches, I relied only on the power of the Holy Spirit. 5I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God. 6Yet when I am among mature believers, I do speak with words of wisdom, but not the kind of wisdom that belongs to this world or to the rulers of this world, who are soon forgotten. 7No, the wisdom we speak of is the mystery of Godc-his plan that was previously hidden, even though he made it for our ultimate glory before the world began. 8But the rulers of this world have not understood it; if they had, they would not have crucified our glorious Lord.9That is what the Scriptures mean when they say, “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.”d 10Bute it was to us that God revealed these things by his Spirit. For his Spirit searches out everything and shows us God’s deep secrets. 11No one can know a person’s thoughts except that person’s own spirit, and no one can know God’s thoughts except God’s own Spirit. 12And we have received God’s Spirit (not the world’s spirit), so we can know the wonderful things God has freely given us. 13When we tell you these things, we do not use words that come from human wisdom. Instead, we speak words given to us by the Spirit, using the Spirit’s words to explain spiritual truths.f 14But people who aren’t spiritualg can’t receive these truths from God’s Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them and they can’t understand it, for only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means. 15Those who are spiritual can evaluate all things, but they themselves cannot be evaluated by others. 16For, “Who can know the LORD’s thoughts? Who knows enough to teach him?”h But we understand these things, for we have the mind of Christ. -1 Corinthians chapter 2 (New living translation)
Me too. It's spiritual Warfare and I think for some it can be at the least aided if not cured by prayer and fasting just like addiction and depression. It can be harder for some than others but it's hard for all to fight in the spiritual realm. Especially when many Christians fail to recognise the significance placed on spiritual Warfare(which I believe literally changed DNA and brain activity).
Thank you for your boldness in speaking love and truth. As a Christian Psychologist I do think a lot of people want the easy fix of medication instead of learning to manage their moods. With that said there are times when I do suggest someone temporarily get on a anti depressive or anti anxiety medication so they are better able to learn some new tools. And then of course there are others that have suffered trauma and may need longer medication and psychotherapy.
I loosen the word of jeremiah 30:17, psalm 12:2, 2 corinthians 6:14-15, matthew 6:24, 1 john 3:10, isaiah 1:5, psalm 119:80, 1 timothy 3:7 for myself, my opponents and the body of Christ in agreement with this whole message to bind every bipolar spirit and double heartedness and double mindedness to the pit of hell upon receiving a sound mind and heart, while binding I and the body of Christ will be unequally yoked with and have any common share with any evildoer serving satan in carrying mental illness, in the name and blood of Jesus Christ, amen and hallelujah!
Im 100% calm and collected. Thinking rationally all thanks to modern medicine. No prayer at all. I had a chemical imbalance in the brain and my entire family can attest to that fact.
Don’t let the Devil cheat and deceive you, medicine treats and cares, Only God cures. Regardless of the method of treatment or care you use, Thank God for your Healing. We are nothing without God.
Fantastic message 👍 Being bipolar myself and having depression I understand and totally agree that in my situation, it is a double minded and a belief problem. I’ve suspected this for years. Thank you Lord!
I never seen a double headed person but my friend has a few options to take he wants both. That's double minded so to fix this you choose one or the other simple. Since doing two things at once is harder he now focuses all time on the single chosen option.
I have found this helpful. My doctor has just referred me to be assessed for bipolar affective disorder. I am a but nervous but feel that it is important to be aware of my emotions and thinking.
Bipolar disorder is the result of family history of mental illness and childhood abuse and/or neglect. A large amount of people stigmatize mental disorders because they affect the mind and not the body. If someone has cancer or diabetes, or something along those lines, many people will view it as a genuine disorder that needs treatment with medication. No stigma is attached. But once the brain has an issue, some people will view it as demonic or see it as something to be ashamed of. Bipolar disorder is not due to being a nonbeliever or an evildoer. It is due to chemical changes in the brain, a difficult upbringing, and genetics. You can heal from it over time but it takes years of rest and taking care of yourself in all areas of life. You need a strict diet, physical exercise, and need to work on healing your mind by managing stress and emotions. God can help but its up to the person to take the necessary steps to get better.
Thank you so much for this. Now I know that my mental health issues comes from unresolved issues such as self acceptance. I have cerebral palsy which might explain that I might still have self acceptance issues after 25 years of living with cerebral palsy since birth which led to all my anger and eventually mental health issues.
Thank you very much for Bible based principles, everything you said it only makes sense to a mature Christian and an individual who have been in this situation and look at Romans 12-2. Personally God bless you and keep you for His glory 🙏
I feel as if somebody is delusional you could probably end up harming them more than helping them saying these kind of things I'm a Christian and I have bipolar and I'm telling you it's not because I don't love Jesus and my mind is split is because I have a chemical imbalance in my brain God made me like this and loves me like this just the same
people say you're wrong but I think you're right. it's like i'll b thinking 1 way most of the time but off meds i'll b thinkin another way even if it's not true. on meds tho I don't think bout random stuff tho I just think normally. it's like when I was calling myself the second coming of jesus Christ ik deep down I was me and nobody else but I felt special. I felt like I had a purpose. basically I just said how I felt without explaining it to not sound crazy
I can relate a lot. I've found personally I needed to humble myself more. It took some big slip ups to get it into my head. This is all for God's glory and not ours. Romans 8:28 assures us that God can use BPD for our good but this is for the good of others as well. Share your testimony and experience with others mario. I've had plenty of reasons to be depressed in my life and be bipolar but I thank God I feel he has only given me a glimpse but protected me because it's not in his plan for my life. I think this is more of a spiritual battle than many of the people with BPD on these comments want to believe. Don't suppress the truth people because of your stubbornness like I have. I still struggle with double mindedness and as a result I struggle with addiction and obedience. But just like addiction being a moral issue of idolatry, we are left without excuse. Take every thought captive and submit it to Christ before taking action. ( Not wanting to be a hipocrite because I struggle with this but obligated to tell what I believe lines up with scripture.) The Bible is clear that in terms of salvation this is a spiritual battle and not flesh (chemicals count they are physical). BPD won't send anyone to hell, but an unrepentent heart will. Check yourself to make sure you are born again. Do you have the fruits of the spirit? I don't think the bible says BPD is an excuse for lacking the fruits of the spirit that prove we are born again. This is to anyone who reads and not Mario
I am bipolar and this crap sucks my mind is my enemy I grew up in a very abusive home as a child and I wish I never had this mental disorder I'm sick of being judged because of such all I hear snap out of it or your just throwing a temper tantrum as a young man but the people saying that can't understand that I seen my parents fighting and one time I seen my father put a gun in front of my mother's face as I was walking out the door to get help I heard the gun go off shit like this is why I am what I am people just don't understand people like me and others .
I have bipolar disorder and ADHD disorder and anxiety disorder I have not been in the hospital for over two years now I take mediation I am also in Recovery I have almost two months clean and sober I have been in the program since 1985
I'm bipolar 1. I was saved at 7 years old in a fundamental Bible believing church. I was diagnosed at 18. Still attending the same church at 45years old. I do not agree with you.
My father and sister have PhDs in Psychology. I think that I will trust their opinion. It is best to stay in your lane bc your are leading people the wrong way Leave this to the professionals. Thanks. 🌻
From my own experience working in the psych field, their professional opinions are of little practical value. Sorry, but there is no nice way to say that. Here, watch this: th-cam.com/video/zb8yjAgAqXg/w-d-xo.html
I’m Bipolar...change your diet and ditch the prescriptions which are synthetic and provide zero nutrients, only masks symptoms and doesn’t cure root cause(money making business for conventional Doctors)! GMO and Unnatural Foods like sugar, processed foods, gluten etc. triggers things to go off balance in your gut (which tells your brain how to react) and causes us to become mentally ill. I’ve noticed when I eat right, I never have a Bipolar episode. The very minute I eat something processed/unnatural, i get anxiety, body aches, headaches, mental disturbances, mood swings, stomach aches etc. Unfortunately we’re ALL mentally and physically ill thanks to the horrible foods these days. I’m not going to say much more, but look up the big issue people have with the company named “Monsanto which was bought by the company Bayer” and you’ll have all your answers, plus more!
Jackie Cali Amen Jackie! You’re right on the money! Praise God.... yes I’m also bipolar/depressed. Please pray for me to get thru this rough time. My name is joe! Thanks sister Jackie 😊
Psychiatric Chaplain for the last 18 years here. Congratulations reverend on distorting the "double mind" Scripture and perpetuating the stigma. Don't have words strong enough to express my distaste for this gentleman's theory and destructive theology.
Because God knew about it? Do you realize the sovereignty of God? He is all powerful, all knowing, and omnipresent. Our God knew who would have BPD before the earth was formed.
The negative feedback on this video is something. I could not find where this video said or even implied someone to, "Get off your meds,"as some of the below posts seem to indicate. How many lawsuits on quacks for psychiatrists or doctors over prescribing meds for bi polar have occurred? Or suicide because of the meds? There is room (referring to the treatment of bi-polar), for the message on this video. If being on any medication allows one to adhere to what this video says, how would that hurt you? This video empowers anyone with bi-polar with spiritual guidance that should be included in ones Wellness Plan for treatment. It's not an either /or issue nor is it touted as such. Frankly, those touting that this condition isnt referred to specifically in the Bible, really make me worry, as I wouldn't want a condition that God has never seen or heard of before the medical establishment decided to put a name on it. It would comfort me to have scriptural references that assisted me in handling a condition I have. There is nothing judgmental about this video. It's arrogance to think bi polar or any other human condition wasn't discovered until our medical establishment put a name on it. As far as not having credibility unless you have bi-polar, that is very unsound thinking. I will bet your doctors that prescribe your meds and make money off your illness also don't have bi-polar but you will listen to them and give them God like credibility. No balance in that. Let the doctors help me treat my flesh, and let God help me treat my spirit. Maybe eventually my spirit will become so strong my body responds. Hmmm
+AMANDA DAVIS "If in fact a person's condition is the result of a mental, emotional, or spiritual condition, then all the chemicals that they've got will not fix the problem." Strait from his mouth. Seems clear that he's telling people that meds aren't any good for bipolar disorder. At the very least, it's really easy to interpret it that way.
You need to listen again, Bradley - because you totally missed his point! He is absolutely right - if you are not right spiritually, no amount of medicine is going to help you! Many people with mental illness negate the fact that living a good and moral life and taking responsibility for their actions is still something each person is responsible for doing - making good choices daily will help manage people with bipolar disorder (I know, because I am bipolar)!
Bradley, Indeed, the drugs DO NOT fix the problem. I've known several "bipolars" and one still committed suicide despite the drugs. In fact, she hated the drugs effects and that played a part.
Wow this was such a blessing for my soul . I love biblical councling, it really gets to the heart of the matter. Lord help the church to be so compassionate towards others who struggle with mental disorders. And that we will walk with them for the long hall and point them towards your eternal Word. So many people suffering with mental disorders in my community. Use me a broken vessel redeemed by You to bring Good News . Lord continue to make me whole and have a sound mind daily and to fight the flesh . Romans 6
Yes LORD ! Heal completely and for Your glory to help and point others to You as You are JEHOVAH- Rapha - the LORD that heals. By Your stripes we are healed. Bring beauty from the ashes in Your child's life in Jesus holy powerful name, Amen. God bless you !!
The argument that a non-expert should not preach about a medical disorder has several flaws: 1. Non-experts may lack the necessary knowledge and authority but preachers have the freedom to discuss a wide range of topics, including medical disorders, as part of their ministry. 2. While preachers may not be medical experts, they can offer valuable spiritual insights and emotional support to those dealing with medical conditions. Their perspective can complement or supplement medical advice by addressing the holistic needs of individuals. 3. Open discussions about medical disorders can actually help reduce stigma and promote understanding. Instead of asking the preacher to stop preaching, one must appreciate the openness to discuss such issues so the stigma can be reduced. This is like two people talking about the nutritional benefits of a recipe, one being a nutritionist and the other not. One day they decided to talk about the nutritional benefit of certain food. Another friend who isn’t a nutritionist tells them they shouldn’t talk about nutrition because they’re not an expert. Thats what it sounds like when the preacher is being asked not to preach.
Excellent Information! I admire your insight on our thought processes. Please pray that God will grant my husband, my children and myself the strength and will to seek Him with ALL our heart and mind. With His Holy Spirit ALL things are possible. Father, please forgive my sins, my family’s sins and the sins of our ancestors’. Please create in us a clean heart and renew a right spirit within us. In Yeshua’s (Jesus) name I pray, Amen! Let it be so. ~Shalom!
There was no scriptural support for what he was saying. He fed the stigma by saying: bipolar is a moral issue, don't take your meds, everyone is a little bipolar, etc. While I appreciate his prayer and I do want everyone to be of sound heart and mind, I think it is irresponsible to encourage people to believe any of the above. Bipolar disorder is a real physical chemical disorder that requires medication for most people who suffer from it. If you are moody, you are not bipolar, and to say you are is insulting to those of us who suffer from the actual disorder and have had our lives interrupted or destroyed by it.
The lack of self acceptance is a brutal handicap. It leaves one handicapped and always trying to find resolution. I actually pray for death or the courage to commit suicide b/c I cannot believe I have any value.
The foundation of your argument is faulty. Bipolar is not swinging of moods per se. It is two complete extreme moods. Somebody can either be depressed or elated, and not the two at a time. I was just wandering if you have suffered either. This teaching is misleading. You can only teach what you know. Unfortunately in this you are teaching something you don't know.
no, i agree with you Palm Frond. I am bi-polar, and I do appreciate the teacher here trying... but I am NOT double minded , at least NOT in the sense he is speaking of. The word double minded in the bible is the Greek word dipsuchos, meaning “a person with two minds or souls.” It’s interesting that this word appears only in the book of James (James 1:8; 4:8). Bible scholars conclude that James might have coined this word. To grasp the full meaning of this word, it is best to understand how it is used within its context. James writes of the doubting person that he is “like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all he does” (James 1:6-8). A doubter is a double-minded person. Jesus had in mind such a person when He spoke of the one who tries to serve two masters (Matthew 6:24). As such, he is “unstable,” which comes from a Greek word meaning “unsteady, wavering, in both his character and feelings.” I am NOT double minded in that way pastor, i have NO doubt to who CHRIST IS and to my salvation. I am struggling daily.... hourly with this torment , and frankly do not know if it is even possible for CHRIST to reside in the heart of a man with such mood swings of anger , rage . And it scares me quite a bit.
The Angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him. He will keep Him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Him. Jesus is the Prince of Peace. LOVE!
Either/Or should not be considered, but a balance of physical and spiritual health and medical and spiritual advice and treatment. No reasonable doctor is claiming that bipolar disorder is a character disorder or an excuse for poor behavior. Character development is a separate issue.
i did not listen to this entire sermon as i found it extremely condemning towards those of us who SUFFER with this profound agony. i am convinced that my 'bipolar' is the result of an extremely abusive and negligent upbringing. i do believe that suffering from severe trauma in our formative years can cause damage to our brains, that only godly love and care can heal. without some godly love and care the damage will remain. i know that my health (mental or otherwise) is vastly improved when i have available to me loving and accepting friends, Godly counsel and constructive activities to partake in. also, a peaceful environment with experiences of Gods awesome creation is also of great value in the healing of bipolar states. i am so saddened by this man's prognosis (which equals nothing other than prejudice and judgement and condemnation) of a condition which he truly has no experience of. how on God's green earth does he consider himself qualified to speak on such an issue? the suffering of the bipolar afflicted is immense, and it is UNGODLY of him to increase this suffering amongst us by insinuating that we are less Christian than he himself. it is proven and accepted, and in my own case experiential, that light intensity, diet, exercise, environment, company and activity have an enormous effect upon bipolar symptoms. this strongly suggests to me that bipolar is massively influenced by chemical balance or imbalance in the brain. we are not all 'sinners' who are reaping what we sow. we are not merely 'double minded'. scripture and biblical counsel are of infinite value to all, whether bipolar or not. but bipolar cannot necessarily be healed by biblical lifestyles, any more than cancer can necessarily be healed this way. it is an affliction like any other affliction. it brings immense suffering and should be understood by the christian community as being such. a christian should be loved and accepted no matter what their health, and they should be encouraged in maintaining a godly walk with the Lord. 'sermons' such as this serve only to promote prejudice and ungodly judgements upon us. it is NOT man's job to judge in this manner. does this 'pastor' have any real and plausible way in which he can justify his assertions?? a man of God is to speak God's truth, NOT assert his own meagre understanding and proclaim it as truth.
I agree. Bipolar is something that can definitely be conditioned into you. At least I believe that is part of my problem.
B4 I became bipolar. I had OCD since age 10 which meant I was always struggling to make simple decisions. Could that cover the constant double mindedness perhaps.
maggie eggleton agree! Jesus Said Do not judge but love your neighbor as yourself.. and Jesus Said.. it is imposible for a man(human) to Enter gods Kingdom but only god kan make it hapen. Forgiveness of sins is so healing.. depression is not something one can remove With willpower... medicin is a Big part of getting better.. judgement is not a Way to get better.. therapy is only Working in light of unconditional love and full acceptance of the depressed person. Not under pressure .. not under strict moral bias.. I hope you have good non-judgemental people around you. Peace🧸
@@whynotg9568 I am tired of people saying that my bipolar is actually demon possession!!! I have gotten more abuse from the body of Christ in from the world any day! It should be my soft place to land but it never has been except when I was a child. People should look at the log in their own eye before they start calling people who are psychologically ill demon possessed thank you
I am a born-again believer in Jesus Christ! No one has the right to judge me and say that I'm demon possessed they suspect out of my eye and live my life I for a while
I am bp, a christian, and a therapist. While I love that you dig to understand this in the spiritual area, which I also believe this is a spiritual thing, I believe that you are fundamentally wrong in your stance and approach in trying to bring people to healing. In fact I think what you are saying is very dangerous, and if someone is looking for hope in healing your leading them to a very dangerous place. I believe many individual in the bible displayed BP including David, whom God calls a man after his own heart. I mean seriously read the book of Psalms. Now I dont think that all you say is wrong. As I totally agree that one can not heal a spiritual issues without spiritual healing. But the question I have is; does bp need a spiritual healing or does the bp person need to gain a spiritual understand of how/who God created them to be. BP people are some of the most enlightened people one will meet. When I learned to turn my condition over to God and understood that "I am fearfully and wonderfully made" I learned to ask God what he was trying to tell me through my cycles. Double mindedness is not bp! But I encourage you to consider that BPs are engaging a type of spiritual warfare. BPs see the world differently "eyes to see" and what we see is sometimes very overwhelming. Some of us pull a "Jonah" we hear or see what God is telling us and have difficult accepting that we are capable of doing it. It took me 10+ years of seeing, hearing, and seeking, and all this as a Christian. Think for a sec what Jonah experienced in the belly of that Great Fish... Yes BPs need to plug in Spiritually, no they are no more morally deficient than you are "all have sinned a fallen short of the glory of God!" You have the right idea but you are preaching the wrong message. My brother in Christ, please remember that as a teacher your testimony is accounted for. Maybe your not seeing it, and I feel that you mean well, but your passing a judgement and not preaching a message of reconciliation. This is like shutting up the door of Heaven and stealing hope from people who have not understood the Jonah or David experience they are having that Society has labeled BP. Please re-explore scripture, and consider you message before someone is seriously spiritually injured. I pray the you be filled with the holy spirit and wisdom and revelation and that Lord uses your hands to help people with mental health illnesses engaged in spiritual warfare find Christ and answer their callings! Amen
+Matt Nolder Thank-you Matt
+Matt Nolder Beautiful! Thank you!
I do agree wit a lot of what was said in the video, I also agree with many of your comments which were great. Pray and seek God and He will lead us. I do better with my bipolar when I manage my mind and make sure I am not using my condition as an excuse for bad behavior.
Sir you need to repent. Don't you know that mft is a doctrine of the Nicolaitans, men who twist the scriptures as you are doing. Gregory Bateson (Lucis Trust), Milton Erickson, Carl Rogers, are known spiritists. Hear the word of the Lord, "There shall not be found among you anyone who makes his son or his daughter pass through the fire, or one who practices witchcraft, or a soothsayer, or one who interprets omens, or a sorcerer, or one who conjures spells, or a medium, or a spiritist, or one who calls up the dead. For all who do these things are an abomination to the LORD, and because of these abominations the LORD your God drives them out from before you (Deuteronomy 18:10-12)."
You are a counselor? Why don't you use the Bible to prove your premise. Gods Law is sound and your counsel is not sound.
lot of mental health is result of trauma. people need healing of heart and mind though the holy spirit
maria o'loughlin I know it’s better to go to someone who’s fully pure and holy and informed fully, also your own connection with the lord.
I feel death of my mother sparked addiction in some sense. But I refuse to take that as an excuse because I would be without excuse on judgement day for that. The Bible leaves very little room for excuses unless you are completely spirituality blind which is rare. I think depression (not BPD)is hereditary because of influence and situation just as much as it would ever be because of passed genes.
How can we be healed if we have dis disorder for life it makes no sense its got me pissed honestly I take my meds every night but it's still somewhat present its affecting my life its like I'm stuck there needs to be a cure I'm tired of fighting this is not how life is supposed to be I feel severely cheated seriously is dey any hope for any of us smfh
@@TMONEY656 try to set up routine time for shower sleep and eat .choose carefully healthy friends meaning people without addiction , ask for a nutritionist and practice a workout , set a time for it . Involve someone who loves you in your treatment ( therapies and medicine time) . Hopefully you have an intimate partner, if not pray and ask God for that person.
Do this and stick to it at least for 90 days ...
@Mickey Mousethat incorrect mental health have a major impact on not just your mind but also your physical health . that why lot of physical conditions should be treat holistic .
The problem with most teaching on bipolar is it comes from people who don’t have it so there is no way they know what they are talking about. My dad’s dad committed suicide because of bipolar fits. My dad was hospitalized in the early 60s due to bipolar violent behavior. I was diagnosed bipolar at age 44 after many years on ineffective medications. Once I started lithium, my life radically improved! And I have been growing in the knowledge of whom I am in Christ ever since. Every person who says a person with bipolar shouldn’t need medication to improve their quality of life, I dare you not to take any more Tylenol, or antacids, or Motrin, or any medications prescribed by your doctor ever again. Of course medication is not the entire remedy. As with any illness, the patient must listen to God about improvements He desires to make in their heart, mind and life. Relationship with God doesn’t end when we take necessary meds. In fact, for the person with bipolar, medications that settle the mind can actually be the beginning of a whole new level of intimacy with God, as it was for me. So, from a person living with bipolar for over 30 years and on proper meds for over 15 years, if you or someone who you know loves you noticed extreme moods swings and other symptoms of bipolar in yourself, first pray and ask God to guide you to the help you need. Then don’t be afraid to go to a good doctor for professional help. Don’t be afraid or ashamed of the truth about yourself. Bipolar doesn’t mean you are a monster. It only means your brain needs a little bit of help processing electrical impulses, no different from the heart needing help or the pancreas needing help or any other organ needing help. Remember that God loves you just the way you are and is ready, willing and able to help you be all that He wants you to be and will use every available resource to help you, even a little medication for your brain if needed. You may not even need medication; counseling may be enough to help get you on an even track. But you won’t know until you see a doctor. Seeing a doctor is easy
compared to living in the dark on a quaking roller coaster never knowing when you are going soar too high or crash land. Ask God to give you the courage you need to take the first step. He’s already there waiting for you. He will carry you through your journey. Trust Him.
Thank you so much. I just got diagnosed with bipolar disorder after they thought it was major depression and psychosis. The psychiatrist wants to give Lithium a change, I am afraid because I don't know it but your testimony encouraged me. I hope you are doing wel Tommie! Thank you and may God bless you
I want a sound mind. Right now I don't have one. I am praying day and night. I putting away the the works of the flesh. Seeking God and obeying his commandments. I been battling with this Schizoeffective depression type and anxiety. Please pray for me. Thank you.
Can you try Neurofeedback or/and tDCS device.They will help. God bless you. Be strong and prayerful and don't give up.
God bless you.
Dearly Beloved, read and meditate on 2Timothy 1:7 it’s say For God hasn’t given us the spirit of Fear, But of power and of love and of a sound mind.
Note that from the above verse, Fear is a spirit but it can be conquered by Possessing the Spirit of Love, Power and Sound mind. I encourage you to ask the Holy Spirit to baptize you with the Spirit of love, Power and sound mind. He hearth us always .
I see Meds as a necessary emergency measure, but I also believe faith and spirituality are usually at work and must be resolved.
From my experience the bipolar disorder was triggered from a narcissistic relationship/marriage (whom I believe is also bipolar). The word does say, “When two come together, they become one.”😔🙏🏽
Good point
A person who does not have BP, in my opinion, is unqualified to attempt to teach anything about it. I'm so sick and tired of ppl giving thier own ideas and formulas and judgements upon the person who has it. Please do not tell me I am a double minded person. A double minded person is one who CHOOSES to flip flop from serving God and or not serving God. A B P person has no CHOICE in the mood they wake up to every morning and that has nothing to do with my steadfastness in my Lord. and may I add, it is the uninformed who place another burden on the ones who suffer from it. None of us need to be made to feel like we are less spiritual due to our condition. I'm sorry. I don't need to sound so ruff but I have been a christian sinse my early 20s, have served the Lord in many capacities over the last 40 yrs of my life and devolved BP 10 yrs ago. has my live fir God changed? no. Am I being double minded about Jesus? NO. just please stop trying to label bi polor as a spiritual condition. thank u
Renae Jones I was diagnosed with Bipolar II at age 25. I left the pharmaceutical route and surrendered to God at the age of 40. My decision was based on the truths taught in this message.
I understand your point and it may be truth to you. However this teaching is truth to me. I live it out daily.
To the point suggesting one must actually be living in a certain condition or a diagnosis in order to identify or help another through teaching.....I most certainly disagree with that. If that were the case many teachers (Christian and non) would be also considered false and misleading.
But I do in fact appreciate your point and empathize with your condition. I certainly appreciate your comment.
I think we can both agree we can only speak for our experiences as a matter of fact.
May the Lord bless you on your journey :)
Amen, Renae. Please see my above reply to Ilene's post. The Great Physician is as much at work in our lives as any other Christian's life. Like I said, please read my response to Ilene's post above this. (Just a thought, but are obese people considered double-minded because of their genetic disposition to being overweight? Are they considered spiritually needy and not in tune to God's word in their daily life. There are many people who are overweight, whose metabolisms are slower because that body type is how their family is built. No one points a finger at them saying they are double-minded, but they have a harder time staying trim and healthy because of their genetic makeup. Mental illness has been around for centuries, bipolar was a diagnosis of many famous people who came before us. It is an illness like any other illness: cancer, lyme disease, heart disease, MS, auto-immune disorders, diabetes. But nobody, points a finger at these people and accuses them of being double-minded. No one blames them for the way their body malfunctions or is not perfect. Only those who are mentally ill have to bear the burden of the way the ignorant, uneducated view them. So many of them are productive members of our society, and you would never know that they suffer with any kind of illness at all especially if they are Christian and give it all to God who sees them through the rough times. All people go through rough times, financially, healthwise, family relationships, etc., but if they surrender it to Jesus and leave it to him, those rough times are made smoother with the proper love, support, and understanding from those around them. (Christian brothers and sisters pray and support each other through these times. Bipolar disorder has a genetic component, as does cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Why label bipolar people with this ill-founded spiritual diagnosis? Thanks, Renae for your clarity on this subject. I am a Christian too and we know that all things work together for those who love the Lord.
Catherine Schaff
Deuteronomy 5:9
"Don’t worship or serve idols of any kind, because I am the Lord your God. I hate for my people to worship other gods. People who sin against me become my enemies. And I will punish them, and their children, their grandchildren, and even their great-grandchildren."
Also, you might find interest in epigenetics.
Big AMEN to that!
Yeah applying the double-minded to a person suffering from bipolar disorder is a farce.
I've come to a point after battling 17 years with the insidious evil that if i see this pastor before i wont hesitate to slap him. I mean a very hard slap. That would shake brain inside...
Mental illnesses are real, whether it's a chemical imbalance in the brain or severe trauma. I'm a lifetime sufferer of anxiety/depression. Recently lost our son, due to a mental condition called 'Misophonia' that drove him to end his life, grief never leaves me. Accepting God's will! Medication alone is not enough, holding on to Jesus & His teachings. 😰🇦🇺
God Bless You. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I pray for Peace and Blessings for you! And for anyone else struggling and reaching for balance and a sound mind, the truth. May you walk in your purpose. May your pains be brought into light. May you walk with Peace knowing the Holy Spirit is Loving you and guiding you and all the love and light of your family Lives On. Let us Keep the Peace Alive. I understand it is hard to maintain but balance is achievable. Breathe easy and take in Gods Promises to you. Bless You! Peace Love and Light unto you.
I'm sorry. What's misophonia?
I’m bipolar! But God made me this way for a special reason. I can see not that I’m special or anything but I can see the hurt and the heartache of those with a mental illness and truly it is not a mental illness. It is a gift of God that you can say things that no other can’t see I’m not special. I’m not favored by God but he gave me this illness so I could have compassion.
“Nothing but the truth” is one of my favorite you tube channels. HOWEVER, you fail to recognize that Bipolar disorder is a disease ( yes, disease), is organic & involves the brain. I, too suffer from mental illness-I am a born-again believer-Jesus gets me through each day & I use my illness to witness to others; to lift up,encourage & educate others. Please educate yourself in mental illness as well as in the Bible. 💜.
PS- my pastor also did not believe in mental illness. His son “out of the blue” shot himself in the head at a Christian college.
Word.
I’m sure he believes in mental illness now…🤔😔🙏🏽
@@iamtaliba.divine.love1322 Sadly,he still does not & I’ve moved on from that church since it compounded trauma.
@@angelal7733 wow…good for you. ❤️🩹🙏🏽💜
I'm a believer who struggles with it as well. I've seen jesus prophecy through me and heal people through me all sorts of cool encounters, yet, the freaking bipolar shiet comes and wam everything can feel usless.. bless you fam, keep moving the holy spirit and put God first but also make sure u take care of yourself and your family
I do not know who this man is nor what his credentials are but I suffer from rapid cycling bipolar I disorder with hallucinations and extreme paranoia. I am also a professional motivational speaker on the subject who travels all over speaking on the issue and I also write on the issue. I have spent my life first learning to live with this illness, and secondly trying to spend my life helping others. I make a portion of my living devoted to this subject. That said, and I do not want to question this mans heart or intentions, but when it comes to his knowledge on the subject it is EXTREMELY lacking. It is alarming how off on the subject he is in some ways and how he glosses over things. For one thing, he states that scientist do not know where bipolar disorder comes from. While no cure has been found for this debilitating illness his statement is completely inaccurate and glosses over a whole wealth of scientific information such as brain scans for instance. Also, his definition of what separates bipolar I and bipolar II is extremely lacking. Bipolar I represents a break with reality. Bipolar I disorder is the only form of bipolar disorder with full blown manic episodes. With bipolar II you have hypomania. These are just simply a couple of areas whereby he gloss over things to skip to his point. While there is no direct wording from him that we can avoid medication it is certainly implied by him that if we just live good and healthy lives with God that we can avoid the pitfalls associated with bipolar disorder. For instance he speaks of the "mental disciplines of judgement". Things like this seem to indicate that if we simply turn to God that all will be ok. He speaks about what we need to do as fathers and how we need to instill things in our child's mind but I seriously doubt that he has ANY experience with the mind of a child who suffers from bipolar disorder. I seriously doubt that he has ever experience a situation with himself or his child whereby he has gone to the toolbox of the brain, only to find that toolbox completely empty. Indeed his information on precisely when bipolar disorder affects an individual is out of date and inaccurate. I have no idea why this man thinks that he is qualified to speak upon the subject. I share his thoughts that we need God in our lives and I know that the treatment of bipolar disorder needs to be multi-faceted. Medication MUST be taken. Period! But yes, indeed we must also have an organized mind as much as possible and we get there not only through medication, but through counseling, support groups, love from family and friends and guess what? For me, I believe that ALL of those things come from God, including the medication. I think this man needs to speak of topics that he has more knowledge and understanding of.
+Leonard Forrest I am bipolar too and I agree, this guy is so so uneducated
and insulting, especially using analogies from the bible that have nothing to
back them up.
Please check out my video Leonard- Coping with Bipolar Disorder- Ilene
I have BP 1 as well and work as a Certified Mental health peer specialist. I've been a Christian for over 30 years and I believe that God is still in the healing business. But you would never tell a cancer patient to only pray and deny that person chemo/radiation or whatever. Nor would you deny a diabetic insulin. The origins of mental health issues are no more or less an issue than the previously mentioned health issues. Mental health issues are going to only increase in the years to come and I hope this guy gains new insights on his stance on mental health issues.
Amen thank you for this. I’ve been struggling for years and seeking the Lord on this matter but I really feel the Lord is leading me to use medications. I know He’s led me to certain doctors to cure other issues I’ve been having. I think there’s a place for medication. I also know that all the holy living just isn’t enough when you’re bi polar. It’s hard to explain. My brain just lacks the ability to pause and rationalize certain situations. If you’re not suffering from bi polar you couldn’t possibly understand what it’s like to live with it.
If there is a cure to the sickness, why is it that you're still suffering from hallucinations and paranoia?
Thank you. My 17 year old son is a Christian and was just diagnosed with Biopolar 1. I hope this pastor has since learned more about this disorder, because as you noted he is clearly clueless.
Just getting into it and the man doesn't know that BP2 is equally if not more dibilitating than BP1.
BP2 suffers deep and long depressions mixed with hypomania and are more likely to commit suicide. BP1 is not characterized by depression but the mania is much worse.
I get so sick of people saying my Bipolar is a crisis of faith, than diabetes is as well.
I'm bipolar one and have long bouts of severe depression. I think with one your highs are high and your lows are low
There was so much good content in here, but overall it broke my heart. The vast majority of what was presented is not applicable to mental illness, and it's clear he has no understanding of what bipolar disorder is. He's right - spiritual problems require spiritual answers, and certainly bipolar can cause issues that can't be addressed by medication. But science can show that the bipolar brain has chemical and structural differences than the non-bipolar brain. It is a physical issue. And to call it a character issue or imply it can be solved through discipline just pours fuel on the shame that so many Christians with bipolar already live with. What an absolutely heartbreaking travesty of the gospel.
This preacher is on point. And I’m commenting from the perspective of a metaphysician. I read the Bible from an esoteric perspective & he is 💯. I’m not dismissing that bipolar is real issue but all issues really come SOUL issues. They come from unresolved trauma within the soul. And this lack of resolution is passed down via genetics. That’s why these mental disorders are passed down because it’s in the soul which is another word for the mind.
We did not sign up for this!! God allowed it and it is genetic not a curse! We deserve love, compassion and acceptance! Especially from other believers, do we always get it? Usually not, because of people like you! I know I am the righteousness of God thru Christ Jesus... like all true believers..
Please Stop talking about what you really don't understand unless you yourself have experienced it firsthand.I have considered the spiritual aspect of course, but find no evidence. Sorry for being harsh but I have been extremely hurt especially by "christians"
My dad and sister have no. Dad was a solid believer too.
Thats like saying being gay is genitic.
I am 40y male, was treated for OCD, Depression and Anxiety since 2011 with medication. From the beginning of December 2023, I am now being treated for Recurrent Depressive Disorder with Cluster B personality traits (Borderline). I liked your message about managing our mind with serious efforts. I will put all my heart, all my soul, all my strength to manage my thoughts to manage my mind; to be free from this bondage of mental disorder and walk in the path of Lord Jesus Christ to serve God my Father and enter His salvation. Thank you.
I have bipolar depression - "sermons" like this only serve to alienate people from the church. People with mental health issues need places like the church to help with socialization and to receive positive validation from a higher power.
Dorito Hussein - I hear you. It's this type of ignorance and lack of love and compassion that turns me off from some of those who call themselves Christian.
Yeah but it's demon possession.You wouldn't believe how many people actually think that.Mental illness is real.
I had to stop listening to this clip because whether I am struggling with depression or am having an ok day my relationship with Jesus holds firm. My spirit is not double minded. I have a chemical imbalance. Another reason I stopped listening was because you stated that bipolar two is not as severe. Believe me it is. It is just different than bipolar one. Last year I came out of a fifteen year depression. It was horrible. I could not hear or feel God during this time but I knew He was faithful. I had several mixed episodes during this fifteen year period. The only way I can explain a mixed episode is to say that it is depression fast forward with incredible force. Mixed episodes are truly hellish. I sit here a full year after coming out of that fifteen year depression and I am crazy about my Savior. Jesus rocks my world. I still definitely suffer from this disease but hey that’s life. And God promised to be with us in the hills and valleys of life. Whatever life hands to us, trusting in God is a decision, a commitment, a covenant. He walks with me in my illness.
To start with the term "double-minded" is di-psychos (double souled) It means that your mind (and resulting emotions) are not firmly fixed on a single object. Rather the person believes one moment but then allows himself to be distracted by what is going on. Then he changes his position. In context, the person fails to hold fast to his faith in Christ. This is not about involuntary emotional states. If it were then whenever you have a change in moods because you are sick or tired you would immediately be in unbelief but that is not the way it works. States of mind that are involuntary are just temptations. They do not take you out of the care and love of Christ. The, "double-minded," on the other hand, does let go of his faith. Therefore his problem is moral not emotional. This scripture is not speaking of a man diseased in the brain but assumes relatively normal functioning of the organism. The Bible says nothing about his body or brain being unwell. The human brain, being fallen, does not always work properly. For instance, people with brain trauma or stroke often act emotional whereas they did not before the incident. Are they also "double minded?" Any part of the brain can malfunction. Neuroimaging has shown clearly characteristic neurological dysfunction in people with BD. You can actually see how pre-frontal cortex failure allows emotions to unduly influence the brain EVEN WHEN THEY ARE NOT EXPERIENCING A MOOD SWING. Of course, there is a danger of psychologizing moral and spiritual issues but that will not be helped by misusing scripture and tacitly denying man's physical nature.
So the solution here to bipolar is to not be bipolar. No instruction whatsoever on how to organize the mind...
Bipolar disorder will kill me. Only death can save me.
@@viperstormwayleader2695 no please dont say that. I know its hard. I want to end it at times... Bipolar disorder is crippling. But your life is worth living. I try to imagine my eyes as God's camera lenses. We are all walking around making little movies. I don't know if that helps... But it made me feel better. Knowing my movie is mine and mine alone. Its something only God and I share. You have that with him too you just have to chase after it with all of your heart.
Boy I'm glad I'm reading the replies!!! Thought I HAD REALLY LOST IT!!!!
The healing comes thru meditation of the scriptures. The word is a living thing as stated in John 1:1 it says in the beginning was God and the word was with God and the word is God. Jump down to verse 14, it says the word became flesh and dwelt among men. Who is this referring to? Jesus. He is the physical manifestation of God. So if healing comes through Jesus, he does heal miraculously then when we study..learn and meditate in the bible (the word) we are healing our spirit and soul, where our wounds and trauma need to be healed. Pills will not and cannot heal a broken soul or spirit. Brokeness has happened in the spirit and or soul before the mind is affected. Long story short, just meditate on scripture if that's all you know how to do. Read it day and night, healing will come. Through reading it you learn how to pray, who Jesus was and is. The more you take in the more you heal. Speaking from experience.
@@prettyblkftgurl I’ve been taking mood stabilizers and antidepressants and antipsychotics. It’s debilitating and I do agree with you.
Being truly bipolar has nothing to do with the fact if you are a Christian or not and has nothing to do with demons or that you do not have enough faith in God. It is a illness that you do not choose to have. It's just like having Cancer. I'm sure there are sometimes many that are misdiagnosed and It has to do with spiritual issues. The church sometimes does not understand that. I have been a Christian for over 40 years. May God forgive the churches that are involved in this act of judgement.
Bipolar does not “swing” in minutes. Manic episodes last 4+ days and usually take a few days or weeks to ramp up. Depression is 2+ weeks of low mood low energy state.
Also. Mania is more often euphoric joy and racing thoughts than it is irritability, but it can include irritability, sometimes to the exclusion of the euphoria.
I have bipolar.
It can. I have BP1. Look up ultra ultra rapid cycling.
I am diagnosed with bipolar disorder and pastor Johnston’s biblical view makes a lot of sense and this biblical explanation can be applied to other mental disorders. 🙌 this was great pastor.. very insightful. Jesus is the way, the truth and the life
Thanks for your feedback on bi polar. I was diagnosed Type 11 bi polar at the age of 51 years. I believe that it is our spiritual well being that affects us mentally. We need to be honest with ourselves. A lot of folks will have to dig into their hearts to get sound mind/heart. Personally I have been sexually abused as a child and verbally abused in my marriages. A lot of times I have double mindness....I don't know how to make decisions for myself and set healthy boundaries a lot of times...I am learning. I know that repressed bitterness brings on depression. Forgiveness will free a lot of us......I am totally open up to have healing from God.....I suffer from a lot of fears recently... Please keep me in your prayers. Please note that anger and fears are not mental illnesses but a spiritual issue. I have not experienced bi polar depression but mood swings and I questioned my diagnoses.....it could be from menopause... Thank you. Amen!!!
bipolar disorder is not being moody or mood swings. It is a shift in mood that can last for weeks or even months. It is not a minute by minute thing. You can be manic for 3 months and you can be depressed for 3 months. Your biology decides how you feel.
What about a lifetime of verbal and emotional abuse and neglect; starting from childhood? Negligence literally makes the brain shrink.
This is when the word "Pastor" should not be used. Please dont delude TH-cam with ignorance thinking you are informing people about the Word of God when you are informing people about what is called "private interpretation." Please understand this video doesn't help ANYONE with a disorder that is MENTAL. The Bible says LIFE and godliness. Why did it say life? Its amazing how many people use the Bible to help people hurt themselves now days. Talking about double-mindedness? You mean like thinking you know something and not knowing anything about it? Thats doubleminded. lol wow and please reply because I will easily handle any words spoken.
Social abandonment: "I don't have the Time." "Aren't we getting you (1 hour a week) therapy?" 10 minutes into a plea: It's just, I don't understand how your colors and geometry will help you do the dishes! (real issue being, "GET BETTER but FIGURE IT OUT ON YOUR OWN.")" When you are on the other side of the river, you need a bridge. People get impatient yelling, "Come ON, why can't you just get OVer here?" "YOU HAVE A CHEMICAL IMBALANCE!!! (rinse, repeat, 9 years)" "Don't use your diagnosis as an excuse." Same person who isn't ok with in her own words: So what do you want, to be the last MARTYR??
When I crashed, I let my Mother have all control. I never dreamed it would take 9 years to realize HER Bipolar would allow her to think she is beyond reproach, making the same excuses every time I asked for help and my Dad "the Pope" had married the "Immaculate Virgin. I know too good and well I'm not Yehoshua, but she is so possessive she'd rather I die a trophy to stare at than a follower of The Living God. Pharma allows the world to cut itself from YHWH. That has been the constant plan all along.
BTW, POLES are for PLANETS, Flags when someone chooses to fly one, and Strippers. They are used as AXES. You SPIN on them.
@@raphaeleverest7646 wth are you talking about???
A LOT OF PASTORS HAVE NARCISSIST PERSONALITY DISORDER AND ARE INCAPABLE OF UNDERSTANDING Bipolar disorder
I have bipolar had it since 13 and all of my life been treated like shit from my peers and also from my parents. I have no rights I am under guardianship at age 38 years old. I have no friends nothing I have no one to talk to at all. Been through a lot of trauma and I would like just one day to be treat like a human being just once in my life. But that will never happened and most of my days I get angry cause of my situation and also wanting sometimes to end my life. Been a Christian my whole life but never found hope in God. Probably cause I never been treated well by anyone in church. I find my life is hopeless and I have nothing left.
I understand the feeling of hopelessness. You aren’t alone in your feelings of depression. You deserve more respect and consideration. Your not a horrible person. You should be valued and even though you might not be you are alive for a reason. You exist in this world for a reason that we can’t fully understand at this stage but believe it and have faith in yourself as a person. Keep believing.
Trust in Jesus I am struggling too
Thank you for your teachings, I define myself by the teaching of Gods word and not through a mental illness label...First was the word of god...he is the first and the last, the living God
I worship at the New Baptist church on 76th and fairfax and take lots of pills. Thank you for your words of revlation. I havent hurt anyone since i started my treatment but I keep seeing signs from God to stop the pills. I can't really hear him anymore. i really liked when you said medication will never solve spiritual problems, that is so true. no more pills starting today just God and my faith. thank you for helping me see truth through the lies
I believe.... That Christ will accompany me and make me recover from this... Disorder... Not bipolar haven't checked doctor yet but will do a brain scan soon. Peace! May the Holy Spirit and Jesus accompany us.
Furthermore, I also take exception to anyone other than a licensed medical doctor who specializes in this area speaking on a subject which they are not experts in. Also, there are the testimonies of those who suffer with this potentially debilitating illness daily. Hear them!
As a sufferer , from my bipolar wife, and a physician with much experience in this matter I say there are many kinds of helpers in this world. Brain chemical imbalances with a psychiatrist, counseling from a qualified expert,. A Bible teacher with much counseling experience, a dietician,
Accountability partner, great friends and family ....
If you are not a Christian then you don't care about the Bible. I get it. What he says about double heartedness and double-minded mess and unresolved issues is PIVOTAL in all counseling, for every condition. Un forgiveness or bad self image or any alcohol or drugs..... Are a giant trigger. What he says is Biblically and psychologically correct. But his wordage is a different generation people might not identify with.
My guess is most won't listen till the end but have HUGE opinions.
I have type 1, insulin dependent, childhood diabetes. Using the same logic in this video, a man once told me not to pray for him, because if I didn't have enough faith to believe the Scriptures and be healed, I was in disobedience. Not only hurtful for him to say, but he is extremely misinformed.
What a lovely prayer, and thank you for this video. I am free from all the medications prescribed that did threaten my kidneys. I didn't want to end up on dialysis like some have. I began reading the bible daily and journaling scriptures in 2020. I was diagnosed with bipolar 2 in 2012. I have been living a life of tormenting anguish for many many years. Nothing but nothing has ever brought me more comfort then the devotion to the WORD and seeking His face daily in earnest prayer. It gets better, dear brothers and sisters. May the peace that surpasses all understinding in Christ be with you all.
.This sermon is NOT on Bipolar Disorder but about bipolar thinking.
I am A Christian with Bipolar and I am Fearfully and wonderfully made and God will use my Disease for his glory. u have no Idea. I wish U could be inside my mind for even one day. I thank God my Christian Counsellors don't have your point of view
If I were to approach my doctor and discuss these issues in relation to my bipolar disorder i would most likely end up on section 2 (here in the UK that would result in me being hospitalised against my will for anything up to 28 days). As a type one sufferer, I am acutely aware of the fact that, in symptomatic terms, religious delusion comes at the very top of the list. This kind of judgemental claptrap is at best unhelpful and at it's worst, potentionally lifethreatening: it is yet more prosperity gospel nonsense which blames the sufferer for their condition. Being bipolar is not a factor of any fault of character, else the whole of humanity would be diagnosable. We all make dreadful mistakes in many areas of our lives and most of us experience tremendous grief and trauma or other threats to our wellbeing at some point. How we cope with life's trials is no measure of character, it's about grace.
There are many types of mental illness put together that should not be. Many who make mistakes in their lives cause undue stress on their emotions and alcohol and drug abuse then breaks our bodies systems. Our fault.
But many are born with imbalances and a harder life.
We can't lump them together. Every sect of Christianity has their gifts and beliefs. Can't lump them together. Many suffer from delusions but many are real visionaries. But not if your church or heathen friend don't believe it right? Cause your friends or church is the smartest in the WHOLE world.
Grace and peace and love to all made in God's image. Life is hard. May we all spread love
Bipolar 2 is actually more susceptible to suicide and acting out on it.
Bipolar is defined by the mania. Bipolar 1 has shorter depression and have full blown mania.
Bipolar 2 is longer depression and hypomania. Not full blown mania.
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A book that I have found helpful is GRACE FOR THE AFFLICTED ( A CLINICAL AND BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE ON MENTAL ILLNESS) by Matthew S. Stanford. God bless you
Also I was very in depth reading the Bible and this is what cause me to have the manic attacks because I read too much too fast and I took all it in and it overwhelms my brain I read the Bible 3 times over before I had my attacks.
yep! similar to how the ancient Jews in deuteronomy respected the House of the LORD and didnt go inside at certain times. It was for safety
I struggled with bipolar 1 for years to the point where i thought i was goin to go insane is 100% true...i was indecisive about fully trusting God
I understand and we certainly hope your journey becomes one that is filled with joy as you continue to seek God and obey hime.
This is true!
I am bi polar 2 with severe depression, ADD and OCD. I have struggled for 30 years as a hot and cold Christian. It is from the mental illness as well as the side effects of the medication. But I am still trying to have “faith” even though I struggle with faith.
I don’t agree with this speech. How do I control “Double mindedness” when I am struggling to fit into society?
I have been mentally unwell, for 6 years now, first it was psychosis, then schizophrenia and now bipolar. Its been a struggle, mentally, physically, and spiritually sometimes I want to give up. I must take my medication every night or I might end up back in hospital for a 3rd time. My current solution is Jesus, the word and the sacrament of penance, family, friends, and a support team. What I see, God showed me a glimpse of Heaven and a reality of Hell. What they see, chemical imbalance and medication needed. I have accepted medication, but am worried about the side effects it has on my brain and body. Sure, it may have been substance abuse, but I was 2 to 3 weeks sober in 2017. When I decided to pick up my bible, turn to God and search for Jesus to forgive and relieve me of my sinful addictions. Right now I am still on my journey to recovery, I am still alive, thank Jesus, I am not in the mental hospital, not in prison, haven't commited suicide, and not homeless. But there is still a lot of work to do to keep it that way especially for those with a religious or spiritual experience.
God bless you in your journey. Never give up. The Holy Spirit will guide and empower you!
I am bipolar. Been so for 30 yrs I believe I am caught in some kind of dilemma - that I have something I need to decide. I believe that the instability is b/c of being caught in this real world versus needing to move to a higher level of faith and spirituality. The instability has worsened over time and I have lost control. But at some earlier time, I had the control and made poor decisions. Not horrible ones - the shift was subtle: I looked like I was doing great. I am now homeless and near suicide.
AF Ghosting I can totally relate
Hope you find love and help.
I pray this Condition would be taken away , it is more powerful than most people realize.
Thank you for this. I did not have or was not diagnosed with bipolar until I met Jesus and was turned from an atheist into a believer, This speaks volumes to me to remember who I am in God's eyes, not the worlds eyes. Praise Jesus.
It is really important for the uninformed to understand that just as any major organ in the body can not function correctly or can suffer illness, the brain is no exception. Keep in mind that we live in a fallen world. And there will always be issues with the body until the day that we are glorified. If someone has a problem with their heart, do we have a right to judge them and say that they don't have enough Faith to be healed? The same is true of individuals that have issues in the brain. If anyone has been keeping up on the subject, there are football players and sports personalities who have died. And it was only after they died and their brains were autopsy that they were diagnosed with CTE. This was caused by repeated trauma to the head. And I can think of at least two individuals one in the wrestling world one in the football world who actually murdered somebody, and one even murdered his entire family. So are we saying that these people were demon possessed or that they needed to repent? When they clearly had a physiological proof that they had suffered extensive brain damage. Until you've walked in someone's shoes, I don't think it's fair to judge. I think individuals that have mental illness or any kind of illness for that matter need our Compassion, or sympathy, and especially our prayers. They do not need our judgment. And besides, the judgment-seat belongs to Jesus Christ Alone. Blessings!
I hate the fake when people say it's a demon or a sin.
My pastor doesn't believe it's a demon.
I don't either. People with bipolar is unique.
God is also closer to mental ill people.
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Chemical imbalance is not demons or spiritual laziness..
just real I been diagnosed with bipolar since ,19 year's old I'm 33 Now And it's so hard for me deal with life my mind changes many times .
I am a born again Christian and I am not double minded on decisions or choosing God. I love God dearly. And I have bipolar. If anyone in the bible had bipolar its is possible kind David and Elijah had bipolar. Elijah up one minute down the next. David up one minute down the next when writing psalms. They both had a sound mind and were very moody. Melancholy. Bipolar and by no means would I call them double minded.
I am bipolar and I was NOT BORN THAT WAY!!
I worked with chemicals and liquid mercury in my 20's and BECAME IMMUNE COMPROMISED...which eventually affected my brain AND
my hormones. And my nervous system. My husband had a brain tumor and had a piece of brain
removed which made him
bipolar. I know wonderful compassionate caring Christians who are mentally I'll. Bipolar..Anxiety. .PTSD
Schizophrenia...NONE OF THEM CAUSED THEIR OWN CONDITION!!
Scientists are discovering that BRAIN DISEASE is caused by subclinical
MALNUTRITION....OR
with some people it is a brain sensitivity to the HORRIBLE PESTICIDES IN OUR FOOD SUPPLY ...OR the genetically altered foods we are forced to eat in AMERICA!!!
This is like JOB'S FRIENDS
who accused him of secret sin as the cause of his affliction!!
READ THE BIBLE!!!
We are at the end of the
Genetic Trail now...the Lord will come back soon and put an end to: MAD COW PRION BRAIN DISEASE....and intestinal parasites that wreck your absorption of nutrition and
cause someone's brain to
suffer malnutrition..God is merciful and sees our suffering!! DO YOU?!?
THIS A COMPLEX ISSUE!!
Great information! I believe it is a spiritual problem. Someone very close to me has bipolar disorder and the root like the pastor mentioned is a mental agony of an unresolved issue that happened in his childhood. Now, as an adult, he is lacking genuine self-acceptance has done a lot of blame shifting and by not accepting God's forgiveness in his life he had caused so much damage to people around him. As a summary of the Pastor's perspective, we need to sanctify our mind, use our mind to think, meditate and settle matters. Have a personal relationship with God by praying, reading the Bible, worshiping and meditating on his word. There is nothing impossible for God if you allow him to help you!
I have bipolar and there is nothing in my life that mine could be rooted from, except it being hereditary
the best biblical teaching in this subject. and I have to say he is soooo!! correct manage your mind. pray to God for a sound mind
deedee smith tell amputees to pray to god for a regrown limb.
I read the comments first then listened anyway, dude is spot on
i really like a lot of what you say. i think that watching what you put into your soul and trying to organize your mind can help a great deal with bi polar, and i believe through christ all things are possible, but this actually is a disease. your right no one really knows what causes it im hoping a lot of it is spiritual. although i can tell you that medication helps a great deal and depression and mania are very real. i can certainly tell you that the highs and lows are largely uncontrollable and i cant believe what i was thinking at the time. perception is altered during these highs or lows. you say double-mindedness but i can honestly say it alters perception and the thinking process. medically they have shown that there is a biological process that takes place so the reaction in the brain is proven they just dont know how its caused maybe it is caused from sprituality or lack there of. all i know is some of the thoughts i have when im at extreme lows or extreme highs is in neither one of my two minds...its the thinking process that can get me there.
That's because Christians know their father by his voice the voiceless voice not those evil thoughts if you listen to those thoughts they are from the devil.
Apostle Paul's message of wisdom...
1When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters,a I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan.b 2For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified.
3I came to you in weakness-timid and trembling.
4And my message and my preaching were very plain. Rather than using clever and persuasive speeches, I relied only on the power of the Holy Spirit. 5I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God.
6Yet when I am among mature believers, I do speak with words of wisdom, but not the kind of wisdom that belongs to this world or to the rulers of this world, who are soon forgotten.
7No, the wisdom we speak of is the mystery of Godc-his plan that was previously hidden, even though he made it for our ultimate glory before the world began.
8But the rulers of this world have not understood it; if they had, they would not have crucified our glorious Lord.9That is what the Scriptures mean when they say,
“No eye has seen, no ear has heard,
and no mind has imagined
what God has prepared
for those who love him.”d
10Bute it was to us that God revealed these things by his Spirit. For his Spirit searches out everything and shows us God’s deep secrets.
11No one can know a person’s thoughts except that person’s own spirit, and no one can know God’s thoughts except God’s own Spirit.
12And we have received God’s Spirit (not the world’s spirit), so we can know the wonderful things God has freely given us.
13When we tell you these things, we do not use words that come from human wisdom. Instead, we speak words given to us by the Spirit, using the Spirit’s words to explain spiritual truths.f
14But people who aren’t spiritualg can’t receive these truths from God’s Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them and they can’t understand it, for only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means.
15Those who are spiritual can evaluate all things, but they themselves cannot be evaluated by others. 16For,
“Who can know the LORD’s thoughts?
Who knows enough to teach him?”h
But we understand these things, for we have the mind of Christ.
-1 Corinthians chapter 2 (New living translation)
i swear when im in sin and not repenting i feel/act bipolar. i have INSANE mood swings
Me too. It's spiritual Warfare and I think for some it can be at the least aided if not cured by prayer and fasting just like addiction and depression. It can be harder for some than others but it's hard for all to fight in the spiritual realm. Especially when many Christians fail to recognise the significance placed on spiritual Warfare(which I believe literally changed DNA and brain activity).
Thank you for your boldness in speaking love and truth. As a Christian Psychologist I do think a lot of people want the easy fix of medication instead of learning to manage their moods. With that said there are times when I do suggest someone temporarily get on a anti depressive or anti anxiety medication so they are better able to learn some new tools. And then of course there are others that have suffered trauma and may need longer medication and psychotherapy.
I do not disagree. I totally understand your point and agree.
I loosen the word of jeremiah 30:17, psalm 12:2, 2 corinthians 6:14-15, matthew 6:24, 1 john 3:10, isaiah 1:5, psalm 119:80, 1 timothy 3:7 for myself, my opponents and the body of Christ in agreement with this whole message to bind every bipolar spirit and double heartedness and double mindedness to the pit of hell upon receiving a sound mind and heart, while binding I and the body of Christ will be unequally yoked with and have any common share with any evildoer serving satan in carrying mental illness, in the name and blood of Jesus Christ, amen and hallelujah!
Im 100% calm and collected. Thinking rationally all thanks to modern medicine. No prayer at all. I had a chemical imbalance in the brain and my entire family can attest to that fact.
Don’t let the Devil cheat and deceive you, medicine treats and cares, Only God cures. Regardless of the method of treatment or care you use, Thank God for your Healing. We are nothing without God.
Fantastic message 👍 Being bipolar myself and having depression I understand and totally agree that in my situation, it is a double minded and a belief problem. I’ve suspected this for years. Thank you Lord!
I never seen a double headed person but my friend has a few options to take he wants both. That's double minded so to fix this you choose one or the other simple. Since doing two things at once is harder he now focuses all time on the single chosen option.
I have found this helpful. My doctor has just referred me to be assessed for bipolar affective disorder. I am a but nervous but feel that it is important to be aware of my emotions and thinking.
Bipolar disorder is the result of family history of mental illness and childhood abuse and/or neglect. A large amount of people stigmatize mental disorders because they affect the mind and not the body. If someone has cancer or diabetes, or something along those lines, many people will view it as a genuine disorder that needs treatment with medication. No stigma is attached. But once the brain has an issue, some people will view it as demonic or see it as something to be ashamed of. Bipolar disorder is not due to being a nonbeliever or an evildoer. It is due to chemical changes in the brain, a difficult upbringing, and genetics. You can heal from it over time but it takes years of rest and taking care of yourself in all areas of life. You need a strict diet, physical exercise, and need to work on healing your mind by managing stress and emotions. God can help but its up to the person to take the necessary steps to get better.
This video just made me feel like God wants nothing to do with me
Look into this guy's church. It's a cult. Don't let this fool get to you. As bipolar men,we have a closer spiritual relationship with God than most.
This is not Jesus and not the biblical view of illness; this is hogwash.
Thank you so much for this. Now I know that my mental health issues comes from unresolved issues such as self acceptance. I have cerebral palsy which might explain that I might still have self acceptance issues after 25 years of living with cerebral palsy since birth which led to all my anger and eventually mental health issues.
God bless. Hope you're doing well.
May God bless you.
Thankyou This is as good for alcohol
, Our Savior and.Creator is the answer to all human problema
Is there a series of these lessons? Please contact me.
Thank you very much for Bible based principles, everything you said it only makes sense to a mature Christian and an individual who have been in this situation and look at Romans 12-2. Personally God bless you and keep you for His glory 🙏
I am glad it edified you. May God bless you!
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I feel as if somebody is delusional you could probably end up harming them more than helping them saying these kind of things I'm a Christian and I have bipolar and I'm telling you it's not because I don't love Jesus and my mind is split is because I have a chemical imbalance in my brain God made me like this and loves me like this just the same
people say you're wrong but I think you're right. it's like i'll b thinking 1 way most of the time but off meds i'll b thinkin another way even if it's not true. on meds tho I don't think bout random stuff tho I just think normally. it's like when I was calling myself the second coming of jesus Christ ik deep down I was me and nobody else but I felt special. I felt like I had a purpose. basically I just said how I felt without explaining it to not sound crazy
I can relate a lot. I've found personally I needed to humble myself more. It took some big slip ups to get it into my head. This is all for God's glory and not ours. Romans 8:28 assures us that God can use BPD for our good but this is for the good of others as well. Share your testimony and experience with others mario. I've had plenty of reasons to be depressed in my life and be bipolar but I thank God I feel he has only given me a glimpse but protected me because it's not in his plan for my life. I think this is more of a spiritual battle than many of the people with BPD on these comments want to believe. Don't suppress the truth people because of your stubbornness like I have. I still struggle with double mindedness and as a result I struggle with addiction and obedience. But just like addiction being a moral issue of idolatry, we are left without excuse. Take every thought captive and submit it to Christ before taking action. ( Not wanting to be a hipocrite because I struggle with this but obligated to tell what I believe lines up with scripture.) The Bible is clear that in terms of salvation this is a spiritual battle and not flesh (chemicals count they are physical). BPD won't send anyone to hell, but an unrepentent heart will. Check yourself to make sure you are born again. Do you have the fruits of the spirit? I don't think the bible says BPD is an excuse for lacking the fruits of the spirit that prove we are born again. This is to anyone who reads and not Mario
I am bipolar and this crap sucks my mind is my enemy I grew up in a very abusive home as a child and I wish I never had this mental disorder I'm sick of being judged because of such all I hear snap out of it or your just throwing a temper tantrum as a young man but the people saying that can't understand that I seen my parents fighting and one time I seen my father put a gun in front of my mother's face as I was walking out the door to get help I heard the gun go off shit like this is why I am what I am people just don't understand people like me and others .
I have bipolar disorder and ADHD disorder and anxiety disorder I have not been in the hospital for over two years now I take mediation I am also in Recovery I have almost two months clean and sober I have been in the program since 1985
You shouldn't need medication. th-cam.com/video/zb8yjAgAqXg/w-d-xo.html
I'm bipolar 1. I was saved at 7 years old in a fundamental Bible believing church. I was diagnosed at 18. Still attending the same church at 45years old. I do not agree with you.
My apologies Mr. Matt Nolder for not editing your name correctly.
My father and sister have PhDs in Psychology. I think that I will trust their opinion. It is best to stay in your lane bc your are leading people the wrong way Leave this to the professionals. Thanks. 🌻
From my own experience working in the psych field, their professional opinions are of little practical value. Sorry, but there is no nice way to say that. Here, watch this: th-cam.com/video/zb8yjAgAqXg/w-d-xo.html
Dad and sister, niece and son all diagnosed bipolar too
This is disgusting.
When you dont have answers. Please dont try to decipher what you dont know.
You know he paraphrased scripture but never gave a verse or reference
I thought this surely would be another religious BS talk....But the teaching is sober, i can not even critizise...
I’m Bipolar...change your diet and ditch the prescriptions which are synthetic and provide zero nutrients, only masks symptoms and doesn’t cure root cause(money making business for conventional Doctors)! GMO and Unnatural Foods like sugar, processed foods, gluten etc. triggers things to go off balance in your gut (which tells your brain how to react) and causes us to become mentally ill. I’ve noticed when I eat right, I never have a Bipolar episode. The very minute I eat something processed/unnatural, i get anxiety, body aches, headaches, mental disturbances, mood swings, stomach aches etc. Unfortunately we’re ALL mentally and physically ill thanks to the horrible foods these days. I’m not going to say much more, but look up the big issue people have with the company named “Monsanto which was bought by the company Bayer” and you’ll have all your answers, plus more!
Jackie Cali Amen Jackie! You’re right on the money! Praise God.... yes I’m also bipolar/depressed. Please pray for me to get thru this rough time. My name is joe! Thanks sister Jackie 😊
Psychiatric Chaplain for the last 18 years here. Congratulations reverend on distorting the "double mind" Scripture and perpetuating the stigma. Don't have words strong enough to express my distaste for this gentleman's theory and destructive theology.
How can the bible advise on a condition tha was unknown at the time of writing it....
Because God knew about it? Do you realize the sovereignty of God? He is all powerful, all knowing, and omnipresent. Our God knew who would have BPD before the earth was formed.
Everyone has their opinion so, giving instructions is impossible if you don't have the disorder.
Kristan Collins I have
The negative feedback on this video is something. I could not find where this video said or even implied someone to, "Get off your meds,"as some of the below posts seem to indicate. How many lawsuits on quacks for psychiatrists or doctors over prescribing meds for bi polar have occurred? Or suicide because of the meds? There is room (referring to the treatment of bi-polar), for the message on this video. If being on any medication allows one to adhere to what this video says, how would that hurt you? This video empowers anyone with bi-polar with spiritual guidance that should be included in ones Wellness Plan for treatment. It's not an either /or issue nor is it touted as such. Frankly, those touting that this condition isnt referred to specifically in the Bible, really make me worry, as I wouldn't want a condition that God has never seen or heard of before the medical establishment decided to put a name on it. It would comfort me to have scriptural references that assisted me in handling a condition I have. There is nothing judgmental about this video. It's arrogance to think bi polar or any other human condition wasn't discovered until our medical establishment put a name on it. As far as not having credibility unless you have bi-polar, that is very unsound thinking. I will bet your doctors that prescribe your meds and make money off your illness also don't have bi-polar but you will listen to them and give them God like credibility. No balance in that. Let the doctors help me treat my flesh, and let God help me treat my spirit. Maybe eventually my spirit will become so strong my body responds. Hmmm
Amen
+AMANDA DAVIS "If in fact a person's condition is the result of a mental, emotional, or spiritual condition, then all the chemicals that they've got will not fix the problem."
Strait from his mouth. Seems clear that he's telling people that meds aren't any good for bipolar disorder. At the very least, it's really easy to interpret it that way.
You need to listen again, Bradley - because you totally missed his point! He is absolutely right - if you are not right spiritually, no amount of medicine is going to help you! Many people with mental illness negate the fact that living a good and moral life and taking responsibility for their actions is still something each person is responsible for doing - making good choices daily will help manage people with bipolar disorder (I know, because I am bipolar)!
Bradley,
Indeed, the drugs DO NOT fix the problem. I've known several "bipolars" and one still committed suicide despite the drugs. In fact, she hated the drugs effects and that played a part.
Your wise words graced my eyes reading them. Good encouragement to seek the Truth in Jesus, not man. See ya in Heaven, sister!
an over managed mind can lead to anxiety. obsessive compulsive.
True experts that are christians should be the only ones to speak on this.
Wow this was such a blessing for my soul . I love biblical councling, it really gets to the heart of the matter. Lord help the church to be so compassionate towards others who struggle with mental disorders. And that we will walk with them for the long hall and point them towards your eternal Word. So many people suffering with mental disorders in my community. Use me a broken vessel redeemed by You to bring Good News . Lord continue to make me whole and have a sound mind daily and to fight the flesh . Romans 6
Yes LORD ! Heal completely and for Your glory to help and point others to You as You are JEHOVAH- Rapha - the LORD that heals. By Your stripes we are healed. Bring beauty from the ashes in Your child's life in Jesus holy powerful name, Amen. God bless you !!
I can only do so much with my computer's volume. How bout some stability in your audibility?
We will try to do better. Shoot me your email address and I will send you the audio file.
I'm sorry about that... Harsh, right?
Raphael Everest
Sounded great on my headphones.
Thank you!! Blessed!
The argument that a non-expert should not preach about a medical disorder has several flaws:
1. Non-experts may lack the necessary knowledge and authority but preachers have the freedom to discuss a wide range of topics, including medical disorders, as part of their ministry.
2. While preachers may not be medical experts, they can offer valuable spiritual insights and emotional support to those dealing with medical conditions. Their perspective can complement or supplement medical advice by addressing the holistic needs of individuals.
3. Open discussions about medical disorders can actually help reduce stigma and promote understanding. Instead of asking the preacher to stop preaching, one must appreciate the openness to discuss such issues so the stigma can be reduced.
This is like two people talking about the nutritional benefits of a recipe, one being a nutritionist and the other not. One day they decided to talk about the nutritional benefit of certain food. Another friend who isn’t a nutritionist tells them they shouldn’t talk about nutrition because they’re not an expert.
Thats what it sounds like when the preacher is being asked not to preach.
YOU HAVE NO IDEA! You don't know what you're talking about.
I was thinking the same thing. I understand what I thinks he is saying. But seems very misleading. Just my thoughts.
This is why I will forever be an agnostic (mild atheist).
Excellent Information! I admire your insight on our thought processes. Please pray that God will grant my husband, my children and myself the strength and will to seek Him with ALL our heart and mind. With His Holy Spirit ALL things are possible. Father, please forgive my sins, my family’s sins and the sins of our ancestors’. Please create in us a clean heart and renew a right spirit within us. In Yeshua’s (Jesus) name I pray, Amen! Let it be so. ~Shalom!
I agree. With His Holy Spirit EVERYTHING is possible! Amen
For God is not a God of confusion but of peace.
There was no scriptural support for what he was saying. He fed the stigma by saying: bipolar is a moral issue, don't take your meds, everyone is a little bipolar, etc. While I appreciate his prayer and I do want everyone to be of sound heart and mind, I think it is irresponsible to encourage people to believe any of the above. Bipolar disorder is a real physical chemical disorder that requires medication for most people who suffer from it. If you are moody, you are not bipolar, and to say you are is insulting to those of us who suffer from the actual disorder and have had our lives interrupted or destroyed by it.
The lack of self acceptance is a brutal handicap. It leaves one handicapped and always trying to find resolution. I actually pray for death or the courage to commit suicide b/c I cannot believe I have any value.
I feel that friend. You're not alone
I feel the exact same way.. I have bipolar disorder one
Is there another sermons that goes with this?
The foundation of your argument is faulty. Bipolar is not swinging of moods per se. It is two complete extreme moods. Somebody can either be depressed or elated, and not the two at a time. I was just wandering if you have suffered either. This teaching is misleading. You can only teach what you know. Unfortunately in this you are teaching something you don't know.
Palm Frond, you just totally contradicted yourself.
no, i agree with you Palm Frond. I am bi-polar, and I do appreciate the teacher here trying... but I am NOT double minded , at least NOT in the sense he is speaking of. The word double minded in the bible is the Greek word dipsuchos, meaning “a person with two minds or souls.” It’s interesting that this word appears only in the book of James (James 1:8; 4:8). Bible scholars conclude that James might have coined this word. To grasp the full meaning of this word, it is best to understand how it is used within its context.
James writes of the doubting person that he is “like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all he does” (James 1:6-8). A doubter is a double-minded person. Jesus had in mind such a person when He spoke of the one who tries to serve two masters (Matthew 6:24). As such, he is “unstable,” which comes from a Greek word meaning “unsteady, wavering, in both his character and feelings.”
I am NOT double minded in that way pastor, i have NO doubt to who CHRIST IS and to my salvation. I am struggling daily.... hourly with this torment , and frankly do not know if it is even possible for CHRIST to reside in the heart of a man with such mood swings of anger , rage . And it scares me quite a bit.
The Angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him. He will keep Him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Him. Jesus is the Prince of Peace. LOVE!
who are u talking too?. Are you saying that a person that is saved will not act bi polar if they are diagnosed bu polar?
sounds like you are talking out your backside
Either/Or should not be considered, but a balance of physical and spiritual health and medical and spiritual advice and treatment. No reasonable doctor is claiming that bipolar disorder is a character disorder or an excuse for poor behavior. Character development is a separate issue.