In this powerful second part of my conversation with Dr. Ronnie Kent and Dr. James Kent, authors of The Anxiety Algorithm, we dig deeper into how faith, mindset, and God’s presence can transform anxious patterns into lasting peace and joy.
The Kents share how abiding in Christ—not striving—produces the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. We talk about how the Holy Spirit shields us like “filter paper,” allowing only what shapes us into Christ’s likeness to touch our lives, and how to apply the Anxiety Algorithm in real-time—even during the everyday stressors like parenting, finances, and yes, even pickleball matches!
We also explore the secret of true contentment and long-term wellness, plus how God invites us not just to survive anxiety but to thrive with a renewed sense of joy and freedom.
Whether you’re facing everyday worries or long-standing battles with fear, this episode offers practical hope rooted in Scripture, brain science, and the peace only God can bring.
Key Takeaways:
Abiding in Christ—not striving—produces true spiritual fruit like peace, patience, and self-control.
God shields us from more than we realize, using every challenge to grow Christlike character.
The Anxiety Algorithm isn’t just for anxiety—it applies to anger, depression, loneliness, and beyond.
Memorizing Scripture gives the Holy Spirit “ammunition” to redirect our thoughts in anxious moments.
True contentment, as Paul described in Philippians, is a learned posture—and it’s possible for all believers.
Effort matters to God—He cheers our perseverance more than our performance or “wins.”
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Anxiety Algorithm
01:55 Applying the Algorithm in Daily Life
10:06 Visualization and the Holy Spirit
15:15 Long-Term Wellness and Contentment
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