In this inspiring episode of Called & Courageous, Dr. Tanya Paynter shares her remarkable journey from naturopathic medicine to Christian apologetics—and how God led her to bridge the gap between faith and functional health. Discover how she combines biblical truth with evidence-based medicine to restore emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being in women of faith.

Dr. Paynter opens up about her struggles with doubt, the challenges of following God’s calling, and the importance of patience, obedience, and community in the healing process. Whether you’re facing spiritual burnout, health challenges, or moments of uncertainty, this conversation will remind you that true healing begins when faith meets function.

🎧 CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Tanya Paynter
01:57 Understanding Naturopathic Medicine and Christian Apologetics
06:04 The Journey of Doubt and Faith
12:00 The Importance of Community in Healing
15:43 Launching the Christian Women’s Health Fellowship
19:42 Navigating Questions of Faith and Science
26:04 God's Perspective on Suffering and Goodness
31:53 The Challenges of Following God's Calling
37:58 Encouragement for Those Facing Doubt
39:56 Connecting with Dr. Tanya Paynter

💬 SOUNDBITES

• “This is all a myth.”
• “Stay the course.”
• “Don’t go back to Egypt.”

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In this powerful episode of Called & Courageous, host Meme Mulugeta sits down with Reverend Cheryl Kincaid, a Presbyterian minister, author, and advocate for women healing from abuse. Together, they explore the transformative concept of righteous anger—a God-given response to violation and injustice. Rev. Kincaid breaks down how abuse distorts emotional responses, the difference between healthy and unhealthy family dynamics, and why recognizing anger is a vital step toward spiritual and emotional healing.

If you’ve ever struggled with understanding your emotions after trauma, this conversation will bring clarity, compassion, and hope.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Introduction to Reverend Cheryl Kincaid
00:37 – Navigating Forgiveness and Anger
07:20 – How Abuse Impacts Emotional Recognition
12:45 – Righteous Anger and God’s Justice
18:10 – Healing Through Awareness and Grace

💬 Soundbites

• “I had to learn to embrace righteous anger.”
• “You push back if you grew up in a healthy family.”
• “In an abusive home, it doesn’t set off any alarms.”

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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karriesthorn
  
  
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-kincaid-8aab51132
  
  
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/authorck
  
  

📖 About Reverend Cheryl Kincaid

Reverend Cheryl Kincaid is a Presbyterian Minister, author, and advocate for healing from abuse. With a Master of Divinity from San Francisco Theological Seminary and studies in Marriage and Family Therapy at Bethel, she has dedicated over 20 years to pulpit ministry and supporting survivors of trauma. Rev. Kincaid’s writings and sermons center on God’s redemptive grace in the lives of wounded believers. She is the author of six books, including Hearing the Gospel Through Charles Dickens: A Christmas Carol, The Little Clay Pot, and A Forgotten Door Called Home.

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In this powerful episode of Called & Courageous, therapist Richard Tierney explores how children can learn to trust their God-given instincts, even in the midst of trauma, bullying, or emotional turmoil. He reminds us that emotions are divine tools for guidance—not weaknesses—and that as long as decisions don’t harm oneself or others, they are worthy of trust. Richard’s compassionate insight encourages parents to validate their children’s feelings, empower emotional expression, and nurture self-confidence rooted in inner wisdom.

📚 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to Richard Tierney
00:27 – Healthy Responses to Trauma
03:15 – Teaching Children to Trust Themselves
06:40 – Emotions as God-Given Guidance
09:10 – Parenting Through Pain and Healing
12:05 – Empowering Children to Choose Wisely

💬 Soundbites:

• "Trust your feelings and emotions."
• "You can’t make a wrong decision."
• "Children have God-given instincts that deserve to be honored."

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