Did you know the "war" between science and faith was entirely invented by two guys in the 1800s? We've been taught that religion and science are in a constant cage match, but history tells a completely different story.

In this episode of the Good Faith podcast, we dismantle the myth of the "conflict thesis" created by John William Draper and Andrew Dickson White. We uncover how the Cistercian monks were actually the industrial engineers of the 12th century, why the infamous Galileo affair was more of a political PR disaster than a war on science, and how the father of the Big Bang was actually a Catholic priest. Join us as we explore Francis Bacon's "Two Books" metaphor and look at modern scientific titans like Francis Collins to see why science and faith are meant to be lifelong partners, not bitter enemies.

00:00 The Dinner Party Debate: Science vs Faith

04:15 Who Invented the Conflict Thesis? (Draper & White)

09:30 The "Dark Ages" Myth & Cistercian Monk Engineers

15:20 Francis Bacon's "Two Books" Metaphor

20:45 The Truth About the Galileo Exception

26:10 Robert Boyle, Isaac Newton & The Temple of Nature

31:50 Georges Lemaître: The Priest Who Discovered the Big Bang

35:15 Francis Collins & The Future of Science and Religion

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Spiritual gaslighting, religious manipulation, faith vs control, psychology of belief, healthy spirituality — where is the line between authentic faith and subtle coercion?

In this deep conversation, we unpack how spiritual gaslighting operates inside religious systems, relationships, and communities. We explore the psychological mechanisms behind manipulation, shame conditioning, authority pressure, and cognitive dissonance — while distinguishing them from genuine, life-giving spiritual practice.

You’ll learn how gaslighting reshapes perception, how spiritual authority can be misused, what trauma bonding looks like in religious contexts, and how to rebuild a grounded, healthy connection to belief without fear-based control.

If you care about mental clarity, spiritual autonomy, trauma awareness, or understanding the psychology of faith, this episode offers a nuanced and balanced framework.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction — Faith or Manipulation?

04:12 What Is Spiritual Gaslighting?

08:45 The Psychology Behind Religious Control

13:28 Shame, Fear & Authority Structures

18:05 Cognitive Dissonance in Faith Systems

22:40 Trauma Bonding & Spiritual Dependency

26:55 Signs of Healthy vs Unhealthy Spirituality

30:18 Rebuilding Autonomy & Inner Clarity

32:45 Final Reflections — Faith Without Fear

33:30 Closing

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Struggling with Christian anxiety, panic attacks, or unanswered prayer? You aren't alone. In this deep dive podcast, we explore the messy intersection of mental health and biblical faith. We break down the theology behind the "three wills of God" (Decree, Desire, and Direction) to help you find peace when God feels silent. If you've ever felt trapped in the "weeds" of life—overwhelmed by an amygdala hijack, modern decision fatigue, or spiritual paralysis—this episode offers both psychological grounding techniques and profound theological comfort.

We also tackle the hardest mysteries of faith: Why does God say no? Is waiting just passive suffering, or is there a deeper biblical meaning (Kavah)? From the raw, bitter prayers of Hannah in 1 Samuel to the enduring mystery of Paul's "thorn in the flesh" in 2 Corinthians, we uncover how our deepest pain and unanswered prayers might actually be the very things protecting us from a lesser life and drawing us into a deeper experience of grace.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How to navigate the "gap" between God's promise and your current reality.

• The difference between the Will of Decree, Desire, and Direction.

• Why telling someone to "just pray" during a panic attack is biologically ineffective—and what to do instead using bottom-up processing.

• How to properly define forgiveness and reconciliation without enduring toxic behavior.

• The true purpose of Paul's Thorn in the Flesh and the paradox of finding power in absolute weakness.

00:00 Introduction: Faith, Human Struggle, and Being "In the Weeds"

01:25 The Theology of God's Will: Decree, Desire, and Direction

03:50 God's Sovereign Plan vs. Our Free Will

05:15 Why the "Will of Direction" Causes Modern Anxiety

07:10 The Psychology of Panic Attacks: Amygdala vs. Prefrontal Cortex

08:45 How to Spiritually and Physically Ground Yourself During Panic

09:40 Forgiveness vs. Trust: The Boundaries of Reconciliation

11:05 Unanswered Prayer: Why Does God Say No?

13:10 The Biblical Meaning of Waiting: Understanding "Kavah"

15:45 Hannah’s Story: Bringing Raw Bitterness to God

18:20 The Mystery of Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh

21:00 The Paradox of Unanswered Prayer and Spiritual Growth

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