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Episodes

Sept. 11, 2025

#26 - We Need Gentleness, Kindness, and Prayer

In this special episode, Dr. Cory Potter reflects on the call for Christians to approach others with gentleness and kindness, especially those who do not yet follow Christ. He explores how truth can sometimes feel offensive t...

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Sept. 5, 2025

#25 - Prayer

Prayer is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways we connect with God. In this episode, Dr. Cory Potter shares what the Bible teaches about prayer, why it matters, and how we can approach God as a loving Father who listens...

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Aug. 28, 2025

#24 - When Faith Meets OCD

OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) can feel like a relentless cycle of intrusive thoughts and overwhelming compulsions, but faith reminds us that we are never alone in the struggle. In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters,...

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Aug. 21, 2025

#23 - A Fresh Start with God

Are you searching for answers about God, wondering who Jesus really is, or what it means to have a relationship with Him? In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter shares the simple but life-changing truth of...

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Aug. 14, 2025

#22 - God's Strength in My Weakness

This episode reflects on 2 Corinthians 12:9 and how God’s strength meets us in our weakness. We explore how life’s pressures can change our limits, why some believers expect the worst during hard times, and how Scripture remi...

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Aug. 7, 2025

#21 - Allowing God to Use You Exactly Where You Are

While a guest on Navigating the Wilderness with Nicole Delaney, Dr. Cory Potter shares how God met him in unexpected ways during a long season of uncertainty, health struggles, and vocational shifts. He shares what he has lea...

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Aug. 1, 2025

#20 - Why We Crave Belonging

Why do we feel such a strong pull to be part of a group,, whether it’s being part of a fanbase, a gym crew, or a church family? In this episode, Dr. Cory Potter explores the psychology and spirituality of belonging. Learn how...

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July 24, 2025

#19 - From Lies to Truth

In this episode, Dr. Cory Potter explores how honesty and deception shape our emotional, spiritual, and relational health. Also, we look at how easy it is to slip into half-truths or quiet edits, because we want to avoid conf...

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July 17, 2025

#18 - Drifting and Anchoring in the Waters of Faith

Have you ever felt like something was off in your walk with God, but you didn’t know why? Maybe you stopped praying, lost interest in reading the Bible, or felt far from God without meaning to. In this episode, Dr. Cory Potte...

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July 10, 2025

#17 - Checking In: Real Talk with Two Men

Special Guest, Dr. Joe Weaver, offers reflections, real talk, and humor in discussing parenthood, being a husband, balancing life, and considering mental health. He and the host, Dr. Cory Potter, also confess how manly they a...

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July 4, 2025

#16 - Stronger Together: Fighting Men's Depression

This episode is for the guys who feel off but can’t explain why. For the ones who are always “holding it together,” even when it’s heavy. We're digging into how depression shows up differently in men, why many don’t recognize...

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June 26, 2025

#15 - Rest That Restores: The Psychology and Spirituality of Sabbath

Are you tired or weary, even after sleeping? In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter talks about what real rest looks like. It's rest that helps your body, your mind, and your soul. You’ll learn what the Bi...

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June 20, 2025

#14 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Ever felt like you don’t belong in the room, even when you've worked hard to get there? You're not alone. In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter explores the deep-rooted experience of imposter syndrome thr...

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June 12, 2025

#13 - Pinstripes, Pop-Tarts, and the Art of Not Taking Yourself Too S…

Dr. Cory Potter shares a few humbling (and hilarious) stories about Pop-Tarts, mismatched suits, falling in a turtle habitat, and how God often works through our imperfections. It’s a reminder that we don’t have to be perfect...

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June 5, 2025

#12 - What is the Good Life? A Christian Reflection

What is the good life according to the Bible? In this episode, Dr. Joe Weaver, a professor and experimental psychologist, interviews Dr. Cory Potter on the good life from a Christian viewpoint. Cory explores how Scripture con...

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May 29, 2025

#11 - Interview on Spiritual Abuse, Hope, and Healing

In this episode, we hear from a former church staff member who experienced spiritual abuse within her community. After stepping away, she began a difficult but meaningful journey of healing, finding lost hope, and evaluating ...

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May 23, 2025

#10 - Concepts of Healing from Spiritual Abuse

Spiritual abuse can leave deep and lasting wounds, wounds that impact not just our view of the church, but our understanding of God, trust, and even our own worth. In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters , Dr. Cory Potter e...

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May 15, 2025

#9 - Toxic Leadership

What happens when leadership becomes harmful? In this episode, Dr. Cory Potter explores the patterns and impact of toxic leadership at work, within faith settings, and even at home. You’ll learn how to recognize unhealthy dyn...

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May 8, 2025

#8 - Practicing Stillness in God's Presence

In a world full of noise and striving, what does it really mean to “be still and know” that God is God? In Episode 8, Dr. Cory Potter explores Psalm 46:10, the Hebrew roots of stillness, and the deep connection between lettin...

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May 1, 2025

#7 - Being Still Before God: Why is it So Hard?

In Episode 7, we explore what it really means to be still before God, and why it’s so hard for many of us. From fear of losing control to constant busyness or unresolved anxiety, we unpack the obstacles that keep us from rest...

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April 25, 2025

#6 - Gratitude

Can being appreciative and thankful really help your mind and spirit? In Episode 6 of Mind and Faith Matters, Dr. Cory Potter talks about how gratitude can improve your mental health and strengthen your faith. You’ll hear how...

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April 17, 2025

#5 - Pursuing Your Dreams, part three

In Episode 5, we conclude our exploration of PURSUING YOUR DREAMS (Part 3) and address practical ways to "Shift Your Thinking & Take Action on Your Dreams." In this episode, I’m joined by Sue Potter, founder of Potter's Craft...

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March 27, 2025

#4 - Pursuing Your Dreams, part two

In Episode 4, we explore the topic of PURSUING YOUR DREAMS (Part 2) and address practical ways to " Shift Your Thinking & Take Action on Your Dreams ." So how do we move past fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt to actually ta...

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March 21, 2025

#3 - Pursuing Your Dreams, part one

In Episode 3, we explore the topic of PURSUING YOUR DREAMS (Part 1): what it takes to step out in faith, overcome doubt and other thought barriers, and just begin to take action. Whether you're chasing a goal, launching a bus...

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