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Jesus & Your Mental Health: Linking God's Word and Modern Science to Find Peace about Mental Health
Bridging Faith & Mental A Biblical Guide to Understanding and Navigating Mental Wellbeing and Illness for Christians Aiming to Love and Support Effectively.
Jesus & Your Mental Health delves into the intricate connection between biblical truth and the mind, fostering a comprehensive understanding of mental health within the Christian realm. This exploration illuminates the path to better engagement with mental health issues, paving the way for empathetic support for self and others.
This enlightening tone does not aim to be an exhaustive study of all mental illnesses. Rather, it serves as an introductory guide or primer, enabling readers to approach mental health issues through a spiritual lens. It provides a roadmap to navigate this complex terrain, fostering a deeper understanding of both mental wellbeing and mental illness.
This insightful work is divided into four parts. The first section lays the groundwork for understanding the fundamentals of sound mental health. The second explores the root causes of mental health issues, providing insight into their origin and development. The third segment delves into the common struggles individuals face in the realm of mental health. Finally, the fourth section offers a pragmatic approach towards treatment, indicating when it might be necessary.
Jesus & Your Mental Health equips readers with the essential tools to consider mental health and mental illness from a biblical perspective. It encourages a harmonious relationship between modern science and scripture, fostering an understanding of their intersection for the common good.
This book empowers readers to confidently address mental health issues, either personal or in loved ones. Its profound insights and practical guidance offers a lifeline in the journey toward understanding and navigating mental wellbeing and illness, bridging the gap between faith and mental health. This work is an invaluable resource for those seeking to reconcile their Christian faith with the realities of mental health, providing hope, understanding, and support for the journey ahead.
Jesus & Your Mental Health delves into the intricate connection between biblical truth and the mind, fostering a comprehensive understanding of mental health within the Christian realm. This exploration illuminates the path to better engagement with mental health issues, paving the way for empathetic support for self and others.
This enlightening tone does not aim to be an exhaustive study of all mental illnesses. Rather, it serves as an introductory guide or primer, enabling readers to approach mental health issues through a spiritual lens. It provides a roadmap to navigate this complex terrain, fostering a deeper understanding of both mental wellbeing and mental illness.
This insightful work is divided into four parts. The first section lays the groundwork for understanding the fundamentals of sound mental health. The second explores the root causes of mental health issues, providing insight into their origin and development. The third segment delves into the common struggles individuals face in the realm of mental health. Finally, the fourth section offers a pragmatic approach towards treatment, indicating when it might be necessary.
Jesus & Your Mental Health equips readers with the essential tools to consider mental health and mental illness from a biblical perspective. It encourages a harmonious relationship between modern science and scripture, fostering an understanding of their intersection for the common good.
This book empowers readers to confidently address mental health issues, either personal or in loved ones. Its profound insights and practical guidance offers a lifeline in the journey toward understanding and navigating mental wellbeing and illness, bridging the gap between faith and mental health. This work is an invaluable resource for those seeking to reconcile their Christian faith with the realities of mental health, providing hope, understanding, and support for the journey ahead.
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244 pages, Paperback
Published June 10, 2025
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About the author
Rebecca Maxwell
3 books1 followerRebecca Maxwell is a LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist).
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August 3, 2025
This book is an insightful read and must-have tool for any Christ follower! Rebecca connects scripture so thoughtfully to key concepts in the mental health space. As I was reading, I felt like I was looking back on extremely thorough notes I never took (but should have!) during therapy.
Two things: hang in there during the first few chapters - it gets really good at chapter 4! And have a pen nearby to underline the many amazing thoughts she shares!
Two things: hang in there during the first few chapters - it gets really good at chapter 4! And have a pen nearby to underline the many amazing thoughts she shares!
September 16, 2025
SHORT&SWEET
•Read with sister (her counselor is the author and Pastor Joby of Eleven22 reads the introduction)
•Some great points: Have a deep “taproot”, and start your daily routine with God’s word, a gratitude journal, and/or meditation.
•The book has a lot of solid information about the brain and how it works
•Chapter 7 was superior
•A few great quotes:
““Change and transformation isn’t something we seek out unless we have a distinct need or pain point”
“A mind set on the Lord is a mind set on peace”
“God isn’t afraid to use hard things to draw you closer to Him and show you how deeply you can trust Him.”
“It doesn’t matter who we were before me met Jesus”
“He (God) ought to be the loudest voice in our lives, telling us who we are”
“Fear sees a threat, anxiety imagines one”
Times Read: 1
•Read with sister (her counselor is the author and Pastor Joby of Eleven22 reads the introduction)
•Some great points: Have a deep “taproot”, and start your daily routine with God’s word, a gratitude journal, and/or meditation.
•The book has a lot of solid information about the brain and how it works
•Chapter 7 was superior
•A few great quotes:
““Change and transformation isn’t something we seek out unless we have a distinct need or pain point”
“A mind set on the Lord is a mind set on peace”
“God isn’t afraid to use hard things to draw you closer to Him and show you how deeply you can trust Him.”
“It doesn’t matter who we were before me met Jesus”
“He (God) ought to be the loudest voice in our lives, telling us who we are”
“Fear sees a threat, anxiety imagines one”
Times Read: 1
August 6, 2025
such a powerful, timely message
October 16, 2025
This book was amazing. Far exceeded my expectations. Would highly recommend for someone dealing with mental health issues or really just anyone seeking emotion or spiritual health.
December 31, 2025
This was so refreshing and gave such good insight and knowledge about our brains/psychology and how it connects to our faith in Jesus. Great read!
October 21, 2025
Anyone finding themselves trying to make sense of their mental health and how it intersects with their faith needs to read this book ❤️ absolutely transformative
November 11, 2025
Jesus and Your Mental Health invites readers to explore the complexity of anxiety, depression, and trauma through both a clinical and spiritual lens, without shame or oversimplification.
As a therapist and believer, I deeply appreciated Rebecca’s integration of Scripture with neuroscience and practical exercises. Each chapter feels like a compassionate counseling session — rooted in truth, attuned to emotion, and always circling back to hope. Her voice is gentle but grounded, challenging readers to face their pain with grace and curiosity rather than guilt.
Whether you’re a professional in mental health or simply someone trying to reconcile faith with the realities of emotional struggle, this book offers comfort, insight, and a clear path toward healing.
Rebecca has created more than a resource — she’s offered a ministry of presence in written form. We just completed a 12 week book study on this book and so many found cathartic movement.
As a therapist and believer, I deeply appreciated Rebecca’s integration of Scripture with neuroscience and practical exercises. Each chapter feels like a compassionate counseling session — rooted in truth, attuned to emotion, and always circling back to hope. Her voice is gentle but grounded, challenging readers to face their pain with grace and curiosity rather than guilt.
Whether you’re a professional in mental health or simply someone trying to reconcile faith with the realities of emotional struggle, this book offers comfort, insight, and a clear path toward healing.
Rebecca has created more than a resource — she’s offered a ministry of presence in written form. We just completed a 12 week book study on this book and so many found cathartic movement.
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