Emotions Designed by God

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In this video, we discuss the 8 principles for understanding emotions from a Biblical perspective. Founded on Scripture and drawing from the latest research, join us as we discuss how to better understand and manage our mental and emotional health.
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8 Principles to Understand Emotions- A Biblical Guide to Mental and Emotional Health
00:00 Introduction
01:08 Eight basic observations about emotions
02:49 1. Emotions are built into all people in all cultures by God’s design. 
03:39 Core Emotions Chart
05:31 2. Emotions are physiological experiences that move us to action.
06:02 3. Emotions provide some of the greatest pleasures in life.
06:33 4. Emotions are also tied to our greatest struggles and agonies in life.
06:57 5. Emotions are not inherently sinful.
07:29 6. Human emotions are often twisted by sin.
08:16 7. Through the gospel, God has redeemed us from the curse of sin.
08:43 8. The key step in redeeming our emotions is to bring them to God in humility, faith, and prayer.
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