Sacred Unrest
Sacred unrest refers to a state of dissatisfaction or discomfort regarding social, environmental, or spiritual issues. Sacred unrest recognizes the deep sense of urgency and responsibility that individuals feel towards addressing the problems and injustices in the world, and more specifically for our purposes, the Christian church.
This concept acknowledges that unrest can be a state worthy of deep respect and a catalyst for positive change and transformation. It emphasizes the need for individuals to channel their concerns and passions into meaningful action to create a more just and sustainable world. Sacred unrest encourages people to engage in activism, community building, and personal growth to address our challenges as a global society and church.
This podcast is a vehicle to help guide those who have experienced spiritual harm and religious abuse toward exploring paths of spiritual healing and deeper faith.
Sacred Unrest
4 - The Diabolical Trinity: Interview with Mark Gregory Karris, Ph.D.
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Mark Gregory Karris, Ph.D., about his book The Diabolical Trinity: Healing Religious Trauma from a Wrathful God, Tormenting Hell, and a Sinful Self. In his book, Dr. Karris explores the profound impact of religious trauma and offers a path to healing from the damaging effects of fear-based religious teachings. He delves into the psychological wounds inflicted by the concepts of a wrathful God, eternal damnation, and inherent sinfulness, providing insights and therapeutic strategies to help individuals reclaim their spiritual and emotional well-being.
Dr. Karris is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families experience healing and wholeness. He offers a holistic, integrative, and experiential approach, drawing from various therapeutic methods, including psychodynamic therapy, internal family systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). With extensive training in EFT, Dr. Karris helps couples connect on a deeply emotional level to create lasting and meaningful relationships. His compassionate and personalized approach ensures that therapy is tailored to meet each client's unique needs, fostering a safe and supportive environment for growth and transformation.
A few of his other books:
- Religious Refugees: (De)Constructing Toward Spiritual and Emotional Healing
- Divine Echoes: Reconciling Prayer With the Uncrontrolling Love of God
- Season of Heartbreak: Healing for the Heart, Brain, and Soul
Ways to connect:
Website
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*Note: You'll hear me say that the book was released this year. This epidode was recorded in October 2023, so at the time of recording it had only been out for a few months.
