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Resilient Truths
Dr. Bell continues discussing the mental bondages we endure when we thin thoughts that are not proven and are not in the mind nor the will of Christ. How we are bound by subjecting ourselves toward the thoughts of others concerning what others think about
49:00•7 Apr 2024
Shaking Off Mental Bondages and Superstitions with Dr. Theresa M Bell
Episode Overview
- Shake off other people’s opinions and refuse to let their expectations define your worth or behaviour.
- Question beliefs and teachings that cannot be proven or supported by scripture and sound evidence.
- Stay ‘in Christ’ to avoid superstitions, fear-based thinking, and mental strongholds that distract from God’s will.
- Guard your tongue and self-talk, recognising that life and death are carried in the words you speak over yourself and others.
- Be careful who you connect with and confide in, as both God and the adversary can work through close relationships.
“You can't rebuke what you're connected to.”
Gain insights from a faith-led teacher on how thought patterns can either hold you hostage or set you free. In this instalment of **Resilient Truths**, Dr. Theresa M Bell talks candidly about "mental bondages"—those unproven ideas, fears and superstitions that pull your mind away from Christ and keep you stuck. Using Acts 28 and the story of Paul being bitten by a snake, Dr. Bell shows how easily people expect others to fail.
Instead of living under other people’s opinions, she argues that "we got to be like Paul, we got to shake that thing off" and refuse to let gossip, judgement, or suspicion control our emotions or behaviour. The tone is relaxed and funny at times—there’s banter about toothpaste hacks and lost Gucci cups—but the message stays serious. Dr.
Bell challenges you to question beliefs that aren’t "evidence based", whether that’s superstition, watered-down teaching, or philosophy preached from the pulpit instead of scripture. She links this to everyday work in mental health and human services, including support for those dealing with substance abuse and behavioural health issues.
You’ll hear strong reminders about personal responsibility: you can’t rebuke what you’re still connected to, the adversary often works through people close to you, and your own mouth can keep you out of the kingdom. She stresses the danger of unchecked self-talk, cliques, gossip, and hidden resentments, urging everyone to study what scripture calls "abominations" and honestly ask where those might sit in the heart. Throughout, Dr.
Bell keeps the focus on living "in Him"—walking out the word through everyday behaviour, loving people without being judgmental, and holding each other accountable in kindness. It’s aimed at anyone in faith-based recovery work, mental health support, or personal spiritual growth who wants less mental chaos and more Christ-centred clarity. So, what thoughts, words, or connections are you ready to shake off and hand over to God?

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