Tina Talks

Tina and Mandy get real about depression—what it actually feels like, why Christians can still struggle with it, and practical ways to cope. From understanding the "depression pie" to biblical examples like Elijah and David, they share personal stories and honest advice for anyone walking through darkness or loving someone who is.Spurgen's Sorrows Book - https://a.co/d/jlFYi7g--------------------------------------------------------------------Form for Questions--------------------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 Intro0:31 Defining Depression11:13 Christina's Journey21:00 Can Christians Be Depressed?26:56 Three Key Truths About Depression34:39 Coping Strategies1:04:45 Looking to Jesus: The Man of Sorrows--------------------------------------------------------------------Visit our website at harvestpa.orgCheck out Harvest's other podcast  ⁨@PickUpTheMike⁩ 

Mandy and Christina dive into their personal experiences with anxiety, sharing practical coping skills and biblical principles for finding peace. From childhood OCD to nervous breakdowns, they discuss when anxiety is a sin, medication, and why it's important to "do it scared." All this and more on this week's episode of Tina Talks!Books:Running Scared - https://a.co/d/5dQfDuNAnxious Kids, Anxious Parents - https://a.co/d/1WG40v3Walmart Spiral Note Cards - https://l1nq.com/AYwf1--------------------------------------------------------------------Form for Questions--------------------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:03 - Anxiety in Mandy's Family12:15 - When Mandy's Anxiety Started20:05 - Medication Discussion & Debate29:00 - It's Not About the Nail34:46 - God's Sovereignty in Suffering52:54 - The Manna Principle--------------------------------------------------------------------Visit our church's website at harvestpa.orgCheck out Harvest's other podcast, @Pick Up the Mike

Christina sits down with Julia Mueller where she shares her journey of faith through miscarriage and foster care adoption. A raw, honest conversation about trusting God's sovereignty in suffering, and finding peace when life feels out of control. An encouraging word for any woman facing loss or struggling to surrender to God's will.--------------------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Intro3:00 - Julia's Early Years8:27 - Miscarriages & Walking Through Loss24:52 - Adopting Six Siblings36:04 - Lessons on God's Sovereignty & Control45:48 - Key Scripture Verses for Hard Times54:24 - The Cost of Obedience & Foster Care--------------------------------------------------------------------Visit our website at harvestpa.orgCheck out Harvest's other podcast, @Pick Up the Mike

Struggling to balance ministry and family? Listen in as Harvest's Children's Ministry Director, Monica Clinch, shares hard-won lessons on capacity, burnout, and the savior complex. Learn why you can't pour from an empty vessel and how to serve without sacrificing your marriage or motherhood.--------------------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 Intro2:05 Monica's Background10:42 Adoption Journey21:26 Pregnancy Surprises30:45 Balancing Ministry & Marriage40:34 Understanding Capacity & Avoiding Comparison50:49 Avoiding Burnout56:14 The Savior Complex--------------------------------------------------------------------Visit our website at harvestpa.orgCheck out Harvest's other podcast, @Pick Up the Mike

Jamie Killeen joins Christina on this month's episode of Tina Talks. She shares her journey from rule-following "good girl" to grace-filled mentor. After wrestling through a dark season of doubt, she discovered the freedom of God's grace and now passionately pours into women's lives. Jamie addresses the fears holding us back from mentorship—feeling unqualified, too young, or too old—and offers practical encouragement for building authentic relationships in the church. A must-listen for any woman wondering if she has something valuable to offer.--------------------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 Intro2:35 Childhood Faith & Car Accident Testimony17:25 Wrestling with Speaking in Tongues Teaching24:04 Discovery of Grace & Reformed Theology32:45 The Value of Women Mentoring Women45:05 Age Is Not a Barrier to Mentorship52:14 Biblical Issues vs. Preferences57:05 Being Vulnerable in the Messy Seasons--------------------------------------------------------------------Visit our website at harvestpa.orgCheck out Harvest's other podcast, @Pick Up the Mike

Christina sits down with her best friend Mandy to discuss two often-overlooked principles for building a strong, healthy marriage. Mandy also opens up about how women struggle with lust differently than men, including through romance movies, books, and fantasy novels. This conversation is grounded in biblical wisdom and real-life experience, offering encouragement and practical advice for wives (or future wives) at any stage of marriage.Links:For Women Only Book - https://a.co/d/7Bty3fKFor Men Only Book - https://a.co/d/hAFN24dVideo Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:20 - Mandy's Passion for Marriage11:04 - Principle #1: Believe in Your Husband's Abilities24:03 - Principle #2: Prioritizing Intimacy in Marriage43:00 - Women & Lust: The Subtle StruggleVisit our website at harvestpa.orgCheck out Harvest's other podcast, @Pick Up the Mike

Listen in as our typical podcast producer, Salah, switches roles and interviews the host of Tina Talks, Christina Brooks! Video Chapters:0:00 - Introduction & Podcast Overview1:42 - Childhood & Family Background5:16 - Teen & College Years with Addiction15:06 - The Conversion Moment29:04 - Proposal Stories39:25 - Current Life & Foster CareTo learn more about Harvest Church, visit our website at harvestpa.org