Overcoming in the Dark: A Conversation on Mental Illness & God's Grace

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Authentically Amber: Navigating Life's Anxious Moments & Everything In-Between

Amber Ginter Johnson

22 episodes

20 hours ago

Hi, friends! Welcome to Authentically Amber, a podcast for anyone navigating the rollercoaster of adulting and living out their faith in a messy world. Join me, Amber Ginter Johnson, for raw, honest conversations on life’s challenges—from mental health and faith to practical wisdom for everyday living—all designed to help you grow, heal, and thrive. Whether you're facing change, struggling with anxiety, or just need someone who gets it, you're not alone. Get comfortable as we dive into the messiness of life—and everything in between—together. This is Authentically Amber.

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Overcoming in the Dark: A Conversation on Mental Illness & God's Grace —with Dr. Terry Powell

Authentically Amber: Navigating Life's Anxious Moments & Everything In-Between

50 minutes 37 seconds

1 month ago

Overcoming in the Dark: A Conversation on Mental Illness & God's Grace —with Dr. Terry Powell

Episode 18: Overcoming in the Dark: A Conversation on Mental Illness & God’s Grace with Dr. Terry Powell – Interview

Description: What do you do when the darkness doesn’t lift? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Terry Powell—author, professor, and long-time mental health advocate—to talk about finding God’s grace in the middle of depression, not just on the other side of it. His decades of ministry experience and personal honesty will encourage anyone walking through the shadows.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
✨ Why Christians can still struggle with mental illness
✨ Biblical hope in depression (not just after it)
✨ Practical ways to build spiritual and emotional resilience
✨ How to walk with others through the darkness
✨ Encouragement for those who feel like giving up

Takeaways:
✨ Depression doesn’t disqualify you from God’s purpose
✨ Sustaining grace can be as powerful as immediate healing
✨ Spiritual resilience is built through daily, intentional practices

Resources Mentioned:
📚 Penetrating the Darkness by Dr. Terry Powell – PenetratingTheDarkness.com

Let’s Connect:
💻 Website: ⁠AmberGinter.com⁠
📸 Instagram: ⁠@amberginterauthor⁠

Reminder: When the darkness doesn’t lift, God’s sustaining grace meets us in the middle of our pain, not just after it’s gone.