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Conversations in Psychology and Christianity with Chris Oneth and Melanie Jones.
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Send us a text Our Next Question is What Is Necessary Tension? What do we do when we're stuck between two conflicting ideas or motivations? Can we hold two competing truths at the same time? We get into all this and more in today's episode! Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who are these people? Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What's In a (Last) Name? We dive into the psychology behind the tradition of taking the husband's last name in marriage. How does it affect identity? Does it have biblical grounding? Jump in with us as we discuss all this and more! Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who are these people? Chris One...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What Is Humor? In this episode Melanie officially joins the podcast and we explore what humor is and why it matters. We dive into the depth behind goofs and gags, as well as what the Bible has to say about joy and even jokes. Strap in and enjoy the conversation! Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ ...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What Is a Blind Spot? We can often be blind to things in ourselves even when others are aware of them. We dive into why we have blind spots, how we can be more aware of things we might be missing within ourselves, and how we can respond when others call out things we are blind to. Would you like to help support Our Next Question and keep episodes coming? You can donate via Venmo @OurNextQuestion Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platfor...
Send us a text In this episode, we’re diving into an important and often misunderstood topic: betrayal trauma. When infidelity, pornography use, or sexual addiction enters a marriage, the pain it causes isn’t just emotional — it’s traumatic. We’ll unpack what betrayal trauma really is, why it affects the betrayed spouse so deeply, and how it can lead to symptoms of complex PTSD (CPTSD). We’ll also talk about what healing actually looks like, why finding the right kind of help matters, and how...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What If? What if we started each morning with anticipation, expecting God to show up in our lives? What if we looked at every challenge, not as a burden, but as a gift—an opportunity to grow more like Christ? And what if we ended each day with gratitude and excitement for tomorrow’s growth? In this episode, we ask the powerful “What If?” questions that could reshape the way we live. We’ll explore how Scripture calls us to reframe trials as joy, how psycholo...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What is Lying? What exactly is lying? Is it simply saying something that isn’t true — or is there more beneath the surface? We’ll talk about the psychological definition of lying, different forms of lying, and the impact of lying. Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who are these people? Carol...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What Helps Men Connect? In this episode, we dive into an important and often overlooked topic: how men connect. We're joined once again by Steve Rager, who brings his wisdom, life experience, and honest perspective to the table as we explore the unique ways men form relationships — especially through adventure, shared experiences, and doing life side-by-side. Want to help us keep these conversations going? You can donate via Venmo at @OurNextQuestion— your ...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What’s Your Story? With Steve Rager. In this inspiring episode we sit down with Steve Rager, who shares his powerful journey of going back to school at age 50 to pursue what he truly feels called to do. Steve's story is one of courage, faith, and the willingness to start again — no matter your age or stage of life. If you've ever felt like it’s too late to chase a dream, this conversation will challenge that belief and encourage you to take your next step. ...
Send us a text Our Next Question is "What’s On Your Mind?" In this episode we throw out the script and dive headfirst into the swirling chaos of our minds. That’s right — this is the episode where some of the random thoughts, questions, and rabbit trails finally get their moment in the spotlight. From the mildly philosophical to the completely ridiculous, we’re talking about everything that’s been bouncing around our brains lately. Well, not quite everything, but we do talk about Dr. Pepper, ...
Send us a text Our Next Question is "What Is Conversation?" In this episode, we explore the deeper purpose and power of conversation. It’s more than exchanging words — it’s about connection, not convincing. We break down the four ways we communicate in conversation: Mental – the thoughts we share, Physical – our tone, body language, and presence, Emotional – the feelings we bring into the space, and Spiritual – the deeper connection and intention beneath the words. Let’s redefine the way we t...
Send us a text Our Next Question is Why Do We Need Adventure? Part Deux. Dave Conway is back to continue our conversation about his adventures on the Mississippi River. You don’t want to miss this episode! Connect with Dave Conway on Instagram @_mack.truck_ Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who are these people? Car...
Send us a text Our Next Question is Why Do We Need Adventure? Remember when Chris went and met Dave Conway on the Mississippi, and we said we were going to have Dave on to tell us his story? Well, today is the day for that! Listen to today’s episode to hear all about Dave’s (and Chris’) time and the Mississippi, and why it’s good to take risks. Connect with Dave Conway on Instagram @_mack.truck_ Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us...
Send us a text Our Next Question is Do You Know What Irritates Me? This will be an ongoing series that we will jump into from time to time when we want to discuss something that irritates us. On this episode, Caroline will discuss how she gets irritated when she feels like she has to give a disclaimer before she lays down scripture. It’s sad that in this day and age how everyone knows everything about trauma and healing and “all the stuff” so when you go to lay out some scripture for them you...
Send us a text Our Next Question is Can it Be Solved By Walking? Solvitur Ambulando. What does it mean? Listen to today’s episode and find out all about walking and what science and the Bible have to say about it. Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who are these people? Caroline Howard Caroline is a dedicated Biblical counselor a...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What Happens After Easter? Victor Aguilera, who Caroline now refers to as “our favorite pod pastor”, is back in the studio with us! We dive into what life looks like after Easter and how there’s still so much more to celebrate and remember after we have put away all the eggs and chocolate. Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What do Victims and Persecutors Have in Common? Join us on today’s episode as Chris walks us through the commonalities between victims and persecutors and how they can both heal. Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who are these people? Caroline Howard Caroline is a dedicated Biblical counselor...
Send us a text Our Next Question is Didn’t Curiosity Kill the Cat? Believe it or not, it actually didn't. In today’s episode, we discuss the importance of curiosity over control and how when you get curious, you get connected, and when you get controlling, you get chaos. Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who are these people? C...
Send us a text Our Next Question is What Are the Stages of Faith? Jumping back into different stages in our lives, today we talk about the stages of faith from James Fowler. You can check out the stages of faith and follow along here: https://www.ngumc.org/files/fileslibrary/james+fowlers+stages+of+faith.pdf Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting ...
Send us a text Our Next Question is Why Is It So Hard to Be Loved? February is the month of love according to some people. With Valentine’s Day still visible in the rearview mirror, we felt it was a good time to have a little chat about love and why it can be so hard to love and be loved. Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet. Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ Who ar...
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