Come Follow Me: Mental Health Insights with Dr. David T. Morgan

In this episode we'll talk about the Book of Galatians. Many of the ancient Galatians were Jews who had become converted to the gospel of Jesus Christ. However, in time they started to revert to their old ways, believing that Law of Moses traditions and practices were necessary for salvation. Paul helps correct their misunderstandings in this epistle. We'll talk about how the process of change or disruption is critical for our emotional and spiritual development. Generally speaking, we don't like change, but the sooner we learn to accept it as part of growth the more peace we are likely to experience. We'll also review the law of the harvest and its implications for mental health.

In this episode we'll talk about 2 Corinthians 8-13. We'll begin by talking about how there were groups of impoverished saints at that time, and Paul encouraged those who could to help as needed. Paul taught them to not only have good thoughts towards others, but to follow those thoughts with action. Sometimes, in our journey for emotional and spiritual improvement, we have great intentions but don't follow up with actual change. Paul teaches how we can do this. We'll also discuss the "thorn" Paul referred to, and how despite his prayers, the Lord did not remove it. We'll review how challenges can help us grow, and how we need to have faith in the Lord's plans for us.

In this episode we'll talk about 2 Corinthians 1-7. I find it comforting that the ancient saints struggled with many of the same problems that we do today. Sometimes we long for the "good ol' days" but it's clear that every generation has it's problems. Paul talks about the importance of seeing challenges differently. We'll discuss how flexible thinking is generally associated with better mental health outcomes. Paul teaches in these chapters about how to see the blessings in our trials, which enables us to think more flexibly about them. We'll also talk about how when we go through difficulties, we are then better able to help others through similar trials, which makes us more like our Savior, Jesus Christ.

In this episode we'll talk about 1 Corinthians 14-16. We'll review two main topics, related to changes we can make in our lives. The first topic has to do with finding personal peace. The Savior promises us peace "not as the world gives." We'll discuss what that means, and what we can do in our lives to increase those divine feelings of personal peace. We'll also talk about the idea of growth and change. We'll review the challenges that some people feel prevent them from changing, and how a better understanding of gospel principles can help us grow regardless of our liabilities. Changing to become like our Savior is always possible and is truly the goal of our mortal journey.

In this episode we'll talk about 1 Corinthians 8-13. We'll talk about one of the promises made regarding our ability to withstand temptations, including the idea that we will always be provided with a way to escape any temptation that comes our way. However, this will definitely require action on our part. This concept also applies to emotional and other challenges. Although we may be afflicted with such conditions, God will provide a way for our healing that will most assuredly require action on our part. We'll also discuss the doctrine of spiritual gifts, what these include, and how they can help us overcome challenges and become a blessing to others.

In this episode we'll talk about 1 Corinthians 1-7. The two books of Corinthians were letters written by Paul to the saints in the ancient city of Corinth, which was in Greece. They contain counsel that was very pertinent to the saints at that time. We'll talk about the importance of receiving revelation and being close to the Spirit. Knowing what the Lord wants you to do in your life today is heavily dependent upon your ability to understand the voice of the Holy Ghost to you. We'll also review the concept of starting small when making significant changes. Long-term change is best achieved through small, consistent forward movement. We will also discuss the idea that what we often believe is tragedy can simply be part of the Lord's plan to change us from our weak, natural state to women and men after the manner of Christ.

Welcome to Come, Follow Me: Mental Health Insights with Dr. David Morgan! I'm grateful that you've taken the time to listen. Each week we'll study from the weekly Come, Follow Me reading assignment and discuss principles that relate to improving our mental and emotional health. Also, each week I provide an invitation to act, where I guide you through steps to make practical changes based on the topics discussed.

Mental health issues are becoming more and more prominent in today's world, and the Lord has provided many tools to help us overcome these issues. In addition to professional mental health assistance, the gospel of Jesus Christ contains multiple insights that can help us become stronger and more resilient. That's the journey that we'll take together as you listen to this podcast.

In this episode we'll talk about Romans 7-16. We'll review three separate concepts. First, we'll talk about the importance of relying on living prophets and church leaders when we are trying to learn more about passages in ancient scripture that are difficult to understand. Second, we'll review how hope and peace can increase as we better understand the concept that trials can lead to personal growth. Third, we'll discuss the importance of understanding our thoughts and how they lead to emotions. We'll review how a better appreciation of true doctrines can lead to positive feelings, while a poor understanding of doctrine can increase negative feelings.

In this episode we'll talk about Romans 1-6. This is the first of the New Testament epistles, or letters, written by leaders of the church to local church members. Paul writes many of these letters and they comprise most of the remaining books in the New Testament. One of the themes in this week’s reading is that of hope. When people have anxiety and depression, hope can be very difficult to come by. But Paul teaches how hope is possible even in the most desperate of circumstances. He provides a specific recipe that we can follow to increase hope and decrease despair. 

In this episode we'll talk about Acts 22-28. We continue with the missionary travels of Paul and the difficulties he experienced during this time. We'll talk about the concept that trials are not always the result of negative behavior. Sometimes trials are there to help us learn to become more like the Savior. We'll discuss the value of trials, regardless of their source, and how diligent effort can help us prevail. We will also discuss how the Lord has promised to support the obedient in all their difficulties. As we partner with Him and stay firm on the covenant path, we can have peace that things will work out even when days are dark and challenges are unrelenting.

In this episode we'll talk about Acts 16-21. After Peter received instruction that the gospel was to be preached to both Jew and Gentile, a massive missionary effort began within the ancient church. Paul, formerly Saul, and his associates were some of those first Christian missionaries. We'll talk about the many trials and difficulties and Paul and his cohorts went through as they tried to preach about Jesus Christ. We'll discuss the mistaken belief that if we are obedient, we will not experience major trials and difficulties. We'll review how even though obedience yields blessings, some of those blessings don't come until later. And we'll discuss how suffering and adversity may play a large role in our spiritual development.

In this episode we'll talk about Acts 10-15. We'll review the theme of change and how learning to accept change is a critical piece of our spiritual and emotional development. We'll talk about the account of Cornelius, a gentile, who received a vision to seek out Peter. Peter has a vision of unclean beasts that he eventually understands is heavenly direction to preach the gospel to everyone, regardless of whether they are Israelites or not. We'll talk about the challenges we sometimes face to adjust to unexpected or significant changes in life. We'll review some teachings from President Russell M. Nelson that reinforce the power of change and how it is essential to becoming more like the Savior.

In this episode we'll talk about Acts 6-9. We'll focus on the story of Saul. Saul was a hater and persecutor of believers of Jesus Christ, causing damage and destruction to the church as a whole and to individual lives of members. Eventually he is visited by Jesus Christ who rebukes him and commands him to repent. Saul heeds the call and is eventually healed by Ananias, a faithful disciple. The story of Saul invites introspection to the idea of forgiveness. Did he deserve forgiveness? How would others react to his changed ways? We'll discuss the commandment to forgive and review how forgiveness can improve our spirituality and increase our mental and emotional health.

In this episode we'll talk about Acts 1-5. We'll review the account of Ananias and Sapphira in chapter five. Their story is a cautionary tale about many things, including doing good things for the best reasons. We'll discuss how our motivation is important when we are striving to walk the covenant path. Although doing good things is commendable, we should strive to do them for noble reasons. We'll talk about how being overly concerned about the perceptions of others can be a detriment to our mental health and also our patterns of obedience. We'll review how as we increase our feelings of self-confidence, we can become less dependent upon the opinions of others.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, and John 20-21. We'll talk about the Savior’s resurrection and appearance to many. We’ll review the story of the apostle Thomas, who did not believe the testimony of his cohorts that Jesus had risen. We’ll talk about the importance of faith, the need to move forward despite having immediate results, and how this relates to the improvement of mental and emotional health. We’ll also discuss the Savior’s teachings to Peter about his identity and purpose. We’ll review how increasing our own understanding of identity and purpose can help us better deal with the emotional challenges we’ll face.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19. We'll talk about the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. We’ll review the account of Pilate and how his best instincts were to release Jesus without punishment. But as he was influenced by the voice of the people, he delivered the Savior to His death. We’ll talk about the problems that can happen from listening too much to the opinions of others and not exercising agency in righteousness. We’ll also discuss the concept of interpersonal boundaries. We’ll review how having good boundaries is critical to healthy relationships, and how increasing self-confidence can help improve boundaries with others.

In this episode we'll talk about Luke 22 and John 18. We'll talk about the ordinance of the sacrament and what makes it unique from other gospel ordinances. We'll discuss the idea of being "willing" to do something and how that impacts the process of change. We'll further address how being willing to change is a necessary element in making mental health progress. We'll also talk about the Savior's power and how He has the ability to heal us from our mental and emotional issues. This healing usually takes place by Him providing needed supports in our lives, encouraging our diligence, and having us walk a path that ultimately leads to a better situation.

In this episode we'll talk about John 14-17. We'll review how the gospel of John is often different than the other three gospels, focusing on unique events and providing deep insights for our spiritual and emotional development. We'll talk about the Savior's counsel during the Last Supper for his apostles to fear not and to have comfort. In the Savior's teachings, there are many suggestions that can help us increase peace and reduce anxiety in our lives. We'll talk about several of these suggestions and how they can be implemented. We'll further discuss how the gospel of Jesus Christ holds many keys to help us improve our mental and emotional health.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 26, Mark 14, and John 13. We'll talk about some of the events in the Last Supper and how Jesus revealed that one of his closest associates would betray Him. We’ll discuss the importance of the question, “Lord, is it I?” and how answering this question honestly can help us improve in our spiritual and emotional resilience. We’ll also talk about the importance of aligning our beliefs with truth. So many of our emotional problems happen because we believe untrue things about ourselves. As we learn to correct inaccurate beliefs and align our thoughts with revealed truth, we can have a more positive emotional experience. 

In this episode we'll talk about Joseph Smith Matthew 1, Matthew 24-25, Mark 12-13, and Luke 21. We'll talk briefly about the Second Coming prophecies and how we need to heed the Lord's counsel to "fear not" and to take things a day at a time. We'll review the parable of the talents and the Savior's observation of the widow at the treasury. Both of these accounts help us understand the pointlessness of cross-comparison and how we need to do the best with what we've given. We'll also talk about how we need to have an appropriate balance between serving ourselves and serving others, and how the Holy Ghost can help us understand what that balance needs to be.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 21-23, Mark 11, Luke 19-20, and John 12. We'll discuss how these readings contain multiple examples of the importance of doing and not just believing only. We'll review the account of Zacchæus, a publican and Jew, who went to extra efforts to see the Savior. His effort was rewarded by the Lord. We'll discuss how our own efforts are often rewarded, and how we are almost always required to act first before the Lord will do His part. We'll also talk about the second great commandment, and how implicit in this command is an injunction to love ourselves. We'll review how developing healthy self-love and self-compassion can help mitigate emotional and mental health issues and can help us be more kind and accepting of others.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 19-20, Mark 10, and Luke 18. We'll talk about two accounts from these readings. First, we'll review the story of the blind men who sought healing from the Savior. We'll discuss how even though they were discouraged by others to continue their quest, they persisted. We'll talk about the principle of tenacity, which is a key element of emotional resilience, and how that can help us manage trials. Second, we'll review the story of the rich young ruler. We'll talk about the importance of making changes, even changes that are very difficult, to follow the Savior. We'll discuss how each of us usually has one or more things that, if we change, can help us make better emotional and spiritual progress.

In this episode we'll talk about Luke 12-17 and John 11. We'll review three separate principles. First, we'll talk about the importance of personal responsibility in our spiritual and emotional development. The Lord will rarely do for us what we can do for our ourselves, because He wants us to learn to exercise our agency in righteousness. Second, we'll discuss an oft-asked question I get, "How can I help my loved one choose to go to counseling or get other mental health help?" We'll review some scriptures in the parable of the prodigal son that are instructive. Third, we'll talk about how the Lord sometimes will delay His assistance to us for the purpose of building our faith. We'll discuss how if we can learn to appreciate this, we'll be able to deal with trials more effectively.

In this episode we'll talk about John 7-10. I love the gospel of John because it has unique insights and stories that are not usually found in the other gospels. We'll discuss two events the the Savior's life found in these chapters. First, we'll talk about the woman taken in adultery. We'll discuss the Savior's reaction to her behavior and how He did not condemn her. We'll talk about the importance of avoiding inappropriate self-condemnation. Second, we'll review the story of the blind man who was healed. We'll talk about how we often assume that, if something is wrong in our lives, we must have done something bad. We'll discuss how negative circumstances are not always the result of our choices, and how we can have greater faith in the Lord's plan for us.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 18 and Luke 10. First we'll discuss the concept of personal liabilities and an invitation from the Savior to remove these from our lives. We'll talk about how sometimes there are things we do, or characteristics we have, that are inconsistent with staying on the covenant path, yet we resist giving them up. We'll discuss how we can make those changes and move forward. We'll also talk about the story of Mary and Martha and how this teaches about priorities. We'll address how we only have a certain amount of emotional energy to get through each day, and therefore need to be intentional about how we use that and what choices we make.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 15 through 17 and Mark 7 through 9. We'll start by talking about how difficulties and challenges are not only part of life, but they are a necessary trial in order to help us progress. As we learn to see our challenges differently they can become grown opportunities instead of griefs. We'll review an instance in the Savior's ministry where he healed a man in two stages and talk about how sometimes healing takes time and does not happen all at once. We'll also talk about how learning to think more flexibly can help us see the good in our lives, even when it seems like there is no good to be found due to challenges and mental health issues.

In this episode we'll talk about concepts related to Easter and the Atonement, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Instead of reviewing the scriptures from that period of the Lord's mortal ministry (which we will review at a later date), we'll discuss related concepts. We'll talk about the idea of rejuvenation and rebirth, and how the Savior can help us rise from our difficulties to become new creatures. We'll also discuss the concept of hope and review several scriptures on this topic. We'll learn how hope helps us manage our difficulties, look forward to better times, and helps provide the strength to see challenges as growth opportunities.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 14, Mark 6, and John 5 and 6. We'll start by talking about the death of John the Baptist, the events that led up to that, and how this affected the Savior. We'll review how the Savior wanted to take time to grieve the death of his friend but was interrupted by crowds who wanted His attention and service. We'll discuss the concept of boundaries and how these can be set in a healthy manner. We'll review the miracle of the loaves and fishes and how this relates to our making personal changes. We'll also talk about Peter walking on the water, how fear and faith are related, and how we can improve our ability to change by focusing on Jesus Christ.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 13 and Luke 8 and 11. We'll discuss how the scribes and pharisees were so eager to try to catch the Savior in an error, that they regularly missed opportunities for spiritual development. We'll review how we need to focus on ourselves and our own change and not focus on the behaviors of others. We'll also discuss the parable of the sower, and the implications it has for personal change in our lives. We'll talk about how people have to be ready and willing for change for it to be effective. We'll also discuss how comparing our degrees of change to others is not helpful, and we need to celebrate our own successes appropriately.

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 11 and 12 and Luke 11. We'll discuss one of the parables in Luke 11, where one possible interpretation has to do with the process of personal change. We'll talk about how change is most effectively accomplished when previous, less effective habits and beliefs are replaced with new, more effective habits and beliefs. This process is designed to happen slowly and deliberately to have good effect. We'll also talk about the Savior's invitation in Matthew 11:28-30 and how His promise of peace and rest involves action on our part. We'll discuss how changing the way we think about things can change our emotions. 

In this episode we'll talk about two stories in Mark chapter 5, one well known and the other not as well. We'll discuss the healing of the daughter of Jairus and the implications this has for building faith and hope. We'll talk about how he was invited to continue to have faith and hope despite what seemed like a bleak potential outcome. We will review how this process can help with mental health improvement. We'll also talk about the woman who was healed by touching Jesus' robe. The fact that she believed she could be healed was what motivated her behavior. We'll discuss how having faith that we can eventually move past mental health issues is the first step in making progress. 

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 8, Luke 7, and Mark chapters 2 through four. We'll discuss two main principles from these chapters. First, we'll talk about the Savior's teaching of putting "new wine into new bottles." We'll talk about the mental health application for this idea, which is that in order to make long-term changes to our mental health, we need to change our overall ways of how we approach life. These changes can be made a little at a time and they are essential for improved mental health. We'll also discuss the example of the Savior calming the tempest, how the differences in thinking affected his emotions and the emotions of his disciples, and how thinking impacts feelings in general. 

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew chapters 6 and 7. We'll discuss several principles from the sermon on the mount that can help us in our mental health journeys and personal improvement. Some of the main ideas discussed include the principle of acting first, and not waiting for circumstances to change before we chose to do something. We'll also talk about the importance of being present in our own lives; not letting the past or the future overwhelm our ability to feel joy now. We will also address how we need to be careful about the things we let into our mind and hearts, and particularly careful about the ideas we choose to nurture. 

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew chapter 5 and Luke chapter 6. We'll talk about an example in the Savior's live where he was being accused by the scribes and Pharisees of inappropriate behavior. We'll discuss how this is a good example of how in order to progress spiritually and emotionally, we need to keep our focus on our own issues and not those of others. We'll also talk about the beatitudes, delayed gratification, and how faith increases. Last we'll discuss the Savior's invitation to increase our efforts and do more difficult things. We'll talk about how the more effective effort we give towards mental health improvement, the more change we are likely to experience. 

In this episode we'll talk about John chapters 2-4. These chapters contain some notable stories from the life of the Savior, including turning water into wine, his visit with Nicodemus, and meeting the woman at the well. We'll discuss the example of John the Baptist and his reaction to the Savior's increasing popularity. This teaches an important lesson that thinking about the needs of others, in addition to providing appropriate service to them, is an important component of good mental health. We'll also talk about the example of Jesus turning water into wine, and how it teaches an important lesson regarding how we need to be actively involved in our own mental health improvement. 

In this episode we'll talk about Matthew 4 and Luke 4-5. We'll cover three separate insights. First, we'll discuss Jesus' experiences with Satan's temptations and how yielding to temptations will never bring ultimate happiness. Second, we'll review the example of Jesus' first interaction with Simon Peter. We'll talk about the importance of following the promptings of the Spirit, regardless of how they might conflict with conventional wisdom. Third, we'll discuss the concept of self-care, review examples from scripture about how the Savior did this intentionally, and talk about how important it is to take some sort of emotional break on a regular basis. 

In this episode we'll talk about the chapters Matthew 3, Luke 3, and Mark 1. We'll discuss some of the truths taught by John the Baptist, including the emphasis on bringing forth good works. We'll talk about how our heavenly heritage is a great blessing, but it does not excuse us from trying to become better through obedience to commandments. We'll also discuss some of the Savior's healing miracles and how although He has the power to heal, sometimes we are called to endure our own trials and illnesses for a long time. We'll talk about how increasing faith in Heavenly Father and His plan can result in greater emotional strength. 

In this episode we'll talk about the first chapter of John. We'll review the callings of some of the apostles of Jesus Christ, in addition to get an introduction to John the Baptist and his mission. We'll talk about how John the Baptist is a good example of one who understood both his identity and purpose. We'll review some of the calls to action that are mentioned, such as "follow me" and "come and see." We'll also talk about how as we better understand our own identity and purpose, we can be better equipped to deal with mental health issues and increase our emotional resilience.  

In this episode we'll talk about the seconds chapter of Matthew and Luke, with an emphasis on the story of Herod and the wise men. We'll consider a pattern that emerges throughout the chapter. Information is sought and received, action is taken, but it only gets them so far. The process is repeated over and over until the destination is finally realized. We'll talk about how this process of receiving revelation and acting upon it is essential for our progress. We'll also discuss how additional information is usually given one step at a time, to increase our patience and faith.

In this episode we'll talk about the first chapter of Matthew and Luke, which contains stories related to the Savior's nativity. We'll talk specifically about the visit of the angel Gabriel to Mary, Joseph, and Zacharias. Each of them had questions associated with the angel's message, and each of them found different ways to deal with the answer. We'll talk about the importance of asking questions as a means of developing faith and making spiritual progress. We'll also talk about how asking questions is critical to our mental health progress, including being confident enough to seek additional information or second opinions regarding mental health treatment. 

Welcome to season two of Come Follow Me, Mental Health Insights. I'm very excited to discuss the New Testament this year. As we learn more about the life and character of Jesus Christ, we can learn how to improve our lives and become more like him. In this episode we'll talk about the importance of personal responsibility in learning and change. We'll discuss the emotional resilience concept of personal competence, which is the belief that we can make a difference in our own lives. We'll talk about moral agency, the obligation to act, and how anytime we make a personal change, it has an effect on the systems or communities we are a part of. 

Merry Christmas! There's no specific set of readings for this week in Come, Follow Me, and we've reached the end of our Old Testament lessons. I've truly enjoyed doings these podcasts this year and look forward to the New Testament in 2023. For this Christmas episode, I've shared a Christmas story from my youth. I've also gone outside of my comfort zone and made a recording of myself singing, O Come Emmanuel, arranged by Sally DeFord. I hope you enjoy this as a small gift from me to you. May God bless you during this joyful season. 

In this episode we'll talk about the Book of Malachi, the last of the books in the Old Testament. Malachi lived about 500 years B.C. and during a time when the Jews were struggling to stay on the covenant path. We'll talk about the power of remembering, and how remembering our past can help us avoid future pitfalls. We'll also talk about the importance of giving ourselves grace for past mistakes already repented of. We'll further discuss the concept of moral agency and how God expects us to act first. Blessings will come in time, but only after we have make the decision to act and to show that we are willing to do our part. 

In this episode we'll talk about the Books of Haggai and Zechariah. These were prophets who lived in Jerusalem after the Jews returned from their Babylonian captivity. The people were charged with rebuilding their city and the temple of Solomon. However, they lagged in their reconstruction of the temple, and these prophets helped them see the error in their ways. We'll talk about how progress towards difficult goals is best accomplished by consistently moving forward, doing small things each day to progress. We'll also talk about how as we see ourselves as the Lord sees us, and what He knows we can become, this can help with maintaining focus and motivation towards personal improvement. 

In this episode we'll talk about the Books of Nahum, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah. All of these prophets seemed to have lived around the same time and were possibly contemporaries of Jeremiah and Lehi. We'll talk about how our relationship with God is dependent upon our obedience to His commandments; either good or troubling consequences result based on our choices. We'll also discuss the question of "why bad things happen to good people" and address two key points that can help develop greater insight into that idea. We will explore the truths that our Heavenly Father loves us perfectly, and that so-called "tragedies" may actually be blessings in the end result. 

In this episode we'll talk about the Books of Micah and Jonah. The Book of Micah appears to be written in the first person, containing Micah's prophecies and warnings. The Book of Jonah is more story-like, essentially a cautionary tale of how not to act when the Lord commands something. We'll talk about how Micah's background may have helped him better understand the people he served. We'll further discuss how Jonah's disobedient behaviors led to distress, and the distress did not change until he made better choices. We'll talk about how with mental health issues, we need to be accountable and make needed changes if we want to see forward movement. 

In this episode we'll talk about the Books of Amos and Obadiah. They were both prophets but preached to different populations and also lived about two hundred years apart from one another. We'll talk about the importance of prophets, how their counsel can help us avoid difficult, and how we can find answers to our personal problems by following their teachings. We'll also talk about the concept of being "saviors on Mount Zion" and how this relates to supporting those with difficulties, including mental health trials. We will discuss how doing for others, what they can't do for themselves, is at the heart of Christlike service and behavior

In this episode we'll talk about the Books of Hosea and Joel. They were both prophets but Hosea preached to the northern kingdom of Israel and Joel preached to the southern kingdom of Israel. We focus on the writings of Joel and two specific concepts. The first is how change, although uncomfortable, is a key element in our eternal progression and should be feared or avoided. The second is how that, in order to make positive mental health changes, we need to align our beliefs with truth. Increasing our ability to have the Holy Ghost in our lives can definitely help with this process. 

In this episode we'll talk about the book of Daniel. Some of the most beloved stories of the Old Testament are found in this book, including Daniel's interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar's dream, Daniel in the lion's den, and the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednago. We'll discuss the idea that faith has to come before the miracle, as this is the only way faith can increase. We'll also discuss the idea of "but if not," which is letting the Lord's will prevail in our lives, regardless of the outcome. 

In this episode we'll review the Book of Ezekiel. Ezekiel was a prophet called to preach to the captive Jews in Babylon. We'll talk about the Lord's mercies as He continues to support us regardless of the choices we make. We will discuss the idea of watchmen on the tower, or prophets, and how they warned people anciently and still warn us today. We'll talk about warnings and guidance that modern day prophets have provided about mental health issues, and how spiritual practices can be a helpful, but not exclusive, source of healing when dealing with mental health challenges.