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Can Faith and Science Work Together? Two Christian Psychiatrists Respond

Mental Health and the Mission of the Church·Chip Judd·3 September 2026·1h 9m

About this episode

What happens when two Christian psychiatrists sit down with two pastors to tackle one of the most misunderstood conversations in the Church?In this powerful discussion, Dr. Baron Short and Dr. Ethan Ashley explore the intersection of faith, psychiatry, and brain science, challenging the false choice between trusting God and embracing modern mental health treatment. Together with Chip Judd and Joey Svendsen, they unpack why mental illness has often been treated differently than physical illness in Christian circles—and why that mindset is beginning to change.