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Being Human with Steve Cuss

Being Human with Steve Cuss

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From Christianity Today, Being Human with Steve Cuss is Christian counseling in podcast form. Steve Cuss, a former trauma and hospice chaplain, pastor, and leadership coach, guides listeners with a gospel-informed journey of discovery into the world of emotional health: everything from anxiety and reactivity, to triangulation, overfunctioning, and the Enneagram.All rights reserved Christianity Hygiene & Healthy Living Ministry & Evangelism Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Spirituality
Episodes
  • Creedal Statements, the Nervous System, and Hunting For Character
    Jul 7 2025
    Lisa Cuss joins Steve to recap three powerful conversations that remind us why our place in the universal, everlasting body of Christ matters now more than ever. Together, they revisit key insights from Glenn Packiam, Chuck DeGroat, and Kyle Idleman—connecting themes of identity and spiritual resilience. From the unifying power of the Nicene Creed to confronting toxic leadership and overcoming inner battles, Steve and Lisa show how spiritual formation offers bold clarity in the chaos of modern life. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Kyle Idleman’s Website Kyle Idleman’s Every Thought Captive: Calm the Mental Chaos That Keeps You Stuck, Drains Your Hope, and Holds You Back Explore Southeast Christian Church Glenn Packiam’s What's a Christian, Anyway?: Finding Our Way in an Age of Confusion and Corruption The Nicene Creed as stated in The Online Book of Common Prayer Glenn Packiam's website The work of Chuck DeGroat at Western Seminary Explore the Soul Care Institute The work of Michael Gurian Sign up for Steve’s Newsletter & Podcast Reminders: Capable Life Newsletter Join Steve at an upcoming intensive: Capable Life Intensives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • Michael Wear: Finding Purpose in Politics and Faith
    Jun 30 2025
    Feeling burned out by outrage culture and partisan spin? President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life Michael Wear joins Steve Cuss to chart a bold, faith-rooted path through today’s political chaos. Together, they unpack how Christians can reclaim civic agency through local action, community impact, and love-fueled political engagement. Michael’s sharp insights will challenge listeners to move beyond despair and toward a redemptive, grounded vision of faith and politics. Resources mentioned in this episode include: The Center for Christianity and Public Life Michael Wear’s The Spirit of Our Politics Michael Wear’s Reclaiming Hope Irresistible Church Network The Morning Five with Michael Wear (podcast) The Bulletin (podcast) Congregation Land Campaign The work of opinion columnist Ross Douthat (New York Times) The work of opinion columnist Jamelle Bouie (New York Times) Sign up for Steve’s Newsletter & Podcast Reminders: Capable Life Newsletter Join Steve at an upcoming intensive: Capable Life Intensives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Kyle Idleman Takes Every Thought Captive
    Jun 23 2025
    Senior pastor and bestselling author Kyle Idleman joins Steve Cuss to explore the mental battles we all face—and how to overcome them. Using insights from his latest book, Every Thought Captive, Kyle explains the powerful connection between brain science, biblical truth, and emotional health. Together, Steve and Kyle offer ways to break toxic thought patterns and rewire your mindset for spiritual and mental transformation. If you're struggling with anxiety, offense, or negative talk, this episode delivers practical tools to react well. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Kyle Idleman’s Website Kyle Idleman’s Every Thought Captive: Calm the Mental Chaos That Keeps You Stuck, Drains Your Hope, and Holds You Back All books by Kyle Idleman Explore Southeast Christian Church Bob Russell Ministries Dave Stone’s The Ascent Leader Anger, Grief, and C.S. Lewis 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane - Matthew 26:36-46 (ESV) How Do I Take My Thoughts Captive? Galatians 6:2-5 (NLT) Sign up for Steve’s Newsletter & Podcast Reminders: Capable Life Newsletter Join Steve at an upcoming intensive: Capable Life Intensives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 mins
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