Ep17 Mental Health Matters for ChristiansShe thought one diagnosis meant her life was over. Instead, it became the beginning of her journey to Jesus.After being diagnosed with an STD, Lindsey Ellen spiraled into shame, hopelessness, and suicidal thoughts. But what she believed would define her forever became the very place where God met her with grace, healing, and a new identity.In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Lindsey shares how shame isolates us, why bringing our struggles into the light breaks shame's power, and how God's design for sexuality is rooted in love—not condemnation.Whether you're carrying sexual shame, regret, addiction, hidden sin, or simply feel like your past disqualifies you, this conversation will remind you that your story isn't over.TOPICS DISCUSSED• How an STD diagnosis shattered her identity• The suicidal thoughts that became a turning point• Why shame grows in secrecy and silence• Practical ways to break shame's grip• How Jesus met her in her darkest moment• God's design for sexuality and human flourishing• Why community is essential for healing• How to move from shame to freedom🔹 Connect with Lindseyhttps://www.lindseyellyn.com/Lindsey's book: The Shame Gamehttps://www.amazon.com/Shame-Game-Countercultural-Overcoming-Relational/dp/B0CDZM938M/CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS0:00 The Shame Game: How to Beat Shame0:55 Meet Lindsey Ellen06:00 An STD Diagnosis Changed Everything09:13 From Shame to Shining12:15 What Is "The Shame Game"?16:30 "Don't Keep Secrets with Satan"21:01 Brené Brown on Why Shame Thrives in Secrecy22:12 The Garden, the Cross, and God's Answer to Shame24:47 How Early Does Shame Begin?28:49 Why Christians Must Talk About Sexuality30:59 God's Design for Sex and Human Flourishing35:11 Why Sin Is Tempting—but Never Worth the Cost37:46 The Hidden Consequences of Sexual Choices39:48 Practical Ways to Break Shame42:38 Why Serving Others Accelerates Healing46:23 Creating Safe Places for People to Heal47:49 Does Telling Your Story Lead to Rejection?50:01 Why Vulnerability Requires Wisdom52:33 What True Friendship Really Looks Like53:11 Finding Friends Who Know Your Whole Story🔹 Connect with Christine• Website: https://www.worthycreations.org/#MentalHealth #ChristianMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters #faithandmentalhealth