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Episode 11: Why Most Christians Are Emotionally Underdeveloped

Most of us have spent a lifetime becoming right-leg dominant — relying on intellect, morality, and sheer willpower to survive life. But the parts of us designed for intimacy, connection, and vulnerability? Those got left behind.

Timestamps:

00:00 – You’re Special… but Not Unique
Understanding the universal patterns of how people try to survive life.
01:18 – The Right-Leg Problem
Why intellect, morality, and willpower dominate—and why they fall short.
02:36 – Rediscovering the Left Leg
The emotional, relational side of life we’ve forgotten how to use.
04:43 – How Emotions Unveiled Was Created
The purpose and heart behind the Bible study.
06:04 – The Structure of the Study
Exploring the eight core feelings and how the study guides you.
08:53 – Feelings and Scripture
How the Bible treats emotions and why this matters.
12:31 – Why Emotional Language Is Essential
How churches and leaders use emotional language to navigate trauma.
14:23 – David, the Psalms, and Emotional Honesty
The biblical model for expressing feelings to God.
22:26 – Emotional Maturity Fuels Spiritual Maturity
Why you can’t grow spiritually without growing emotionally.
38:21 – The Cover Is Plain… the Inside Is Color
A metaphor for the emotional life God designed us to rediscover.
40:22 – Final Invitation & How to Get the Study
Closing reflections and resources.

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