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If 80-90% of all physical issues have emotional and spiritual roots as research indicates, then it's imperative to address those in healing the whole person. Besides unforgiveness, judgments are - in my opinion - the biggest block to healing, because they blind us to inherent contradictory truths in ourselves and others that need acceptance and illumination. They lead to hypocrisy and can make us forfeit heaven altogether, as the Pharisees illustrate.
Projections block healing by distorting reality and preventing us from addressing our true emotions, thoughts, or experiences. Psychologically, projection is a defense mechanism where someone attributes their own unwanted feelings, traits, or impulses to another person or external situation, often unconsciously. Every human being projects, but judgments hinder healing in several ways:
Avoiding Self-Awareness: By projecting negative emotions (like anger, shame, or fear) onto others, we avoid confronting these feelings within ourselves. Healing requires self-reflection and acknowledgment of one's inner contradictions, but projection shifts the focus outward, delaying or preventing this process.
Distorting Relationships: Projections strain relationships by creating misunderstandings or misplaced blame. For example, someone who feels unworthy might project this onto others, perceiving rejection where none exists. This can lead to isolation or conflict, which obstructs the supportive connections often vital for healing.
Reinforcing Negative Patterns: Projection keeps individuals stuck in cycles of denial or avoidance. For instance, blaming external circumstances for personal dissatisfaction prevents addressing root causes like unresolved trauma or unhealthy coping mechanisms.
Blocking Emotional Processing: Healing involves processing painful emotions, but projection externalizes these feelings, preventing the individual from fully experiencing and working through them. This can prolong emotional wounds or exacerbate issues like anxiety or depression.
Blocking Spiritual Processing: Projection is outward-directed rather than inward integration. Outward focus blocks growth by keeping individuals disconnected from their authentic selves and God.
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L | Listen (Receive the Word via audio or video.)
O | Observe (Connect the passage to your life and recent events.)
What was the last instance in which you felt judgmental toward another person? Perhaps you'd like to ask the Holy Spirit to help you probe the condemnation and accusation as a projection of something within yourself.
V | Verbalize (Pray about your thoughts and emotions.)
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E | Entrust (Rest in the Word.)
Dearest Jesus, illumine my eye, speak to my ear, that I may see and hear You word, and be healed. Amen +
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What We Discussed | Show Notes
Overview:
Minutes 00:00-12:00 – the "fear factor" of Judgment Day; judgment is for the unrepentant; "Jesus paid it all"; "there is no fear in love"; not punishment, but healing; unforgiveness
Minutes 12:01-24:00 – probing judgments rather than condemning them; Matthew 7 and the Garden of Eden; fig leaves; there is no judgment for His children; the difference between judgment and evaluation
Minutes 24:01-36:00 – illumination; why pop quizzes are your best healing info; boundaries and justice; grace builds on nature
Minutes 36:01-48:00 – the fire of love; why healing is painful; the parable of the talents is about love
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