Here at Sunburnt Souls, we explore the messiness of faith and mental ill-health. I'm Dave Quak, a pastor navigating my own mental health journey with Bipolar Di...
Loving Jesus with Schizophrenia: Tom's Brilliantly Complicated Life in Christ
In this episode of Sunburnt Souls, Dave sits down with the one and only Tomas Heligr-Pyke—a charismatic introvert, if ever there was one! Tom takes us through his brilliantly complicated journey of loving Jesus while living with schizophrenia. From the ups and downs of mental illness to discovering an unshakeable faith in Christ, Tom opens up about how God's grace shows up in the middle of all the mess. It's raw, real, and a reminder that God's love is bigger than our strugglesListen here for Tom's Testimony at Burleigh Village Uniting ChurchCONNECT Sunburnt Souls Facebook YouTube PARTNERS Podcast Produced by Pretty Podcasts
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One Year with Jesus: How Mat Smith Found Life and Freedom
After a year of walking with Jesus, Mat Smith’s life has been radically transformed. In this episode, he shares his powerful journey from searching for meaning to finding true freedom and joy in Christ. Mat opens up about the struggles he faced, the moments that deepened his faith, and how his relationship with Jesus has reshaped his purpose, mindset, and daily life. CONNECT Sunburnt Souls Facebook YouTube PARTNERS Podcast Produced by Pretty Podcasts
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I Can’t Pray the Bipolar Away – Dissecting John MacArthur’s Crazy Views on Mental Illness
In this episode of Sunburnt Souls, Dave pushes back against John MacArthur’s claims that psychiatry is a scam and mental illness isn’t real. Speaking from lived experience rather than expertise, Dave unpacks why this perspective can be harmful and how faith, therapy, and even medication can coexist. If you’ve ever felt torn between trusting God and seeking help for your mental health, this is a raw and honest episode you won’t want to miss. Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhgEy51sTgw&list=PPSV&t=24sFull response document https://www.gracechurch.org/news/posts/3982CONNECT Sunburnt Souls Facebook YouTube PARTNERS Podcast Produced by Pretty Podcasts
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The Pastor with Bipolar: Reintroducing Dave Quak and Sunburnt Souls – One Year On
In this special episode, Amelia takes over as host and sits down with Dave Quak, the voice behind Sunburnt Souls. Stepping into the guest seat, Dave opens up about his journey as a pastor living with bipolar disorder, the highs and lows of navigating faith and mental health, and what it’s been like hosting a podcast for the last year. Amelia dives deep into Dave’s story, exploring the challenges he’s faced, the lessons he’s learned, and the passion that drives his mission to create open, honest conversations about the messiness of life.Whether you’re a longtime listener or just tuning in, this episode offers a raw and refreshing glimpse into the heart and mind of the man behind Sunburnt Souls. CONNECT Sunburnt Souls Facebook YouTube PARTNERS Podcast Produced by Pretty Podcasts
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Magic Mushrooms with Brian Macallan. Psychedelics and the Christian Experience.
In this weeks episode, we dive into the fascinating and controversial world of psychedelics with Dr Brian Macallan. Together, we explore the intersection of faith and the use of substances like magic mushrooms in therapeutic and spiritual contexts.Can psychedelics play a role in deepening our relationship with God, or are they a dangerous path to avoid? Brian shares his insights, research, and personal experiences, sparking a thought-provoking conversation about how the Christian faith interacts with this unconventional topic.Whether you're curious, skeptical, or somewhere in between, this episode is sure to challenge your thinking and invite you into a deeper dialogue about the mysterious ways God can work in our lives.Mentioned in the Episode:From Shock to AweForgiving God: Embracing a Risky Adventure with the Divine Postfoundationalist Reflections in Practical Theology: A Framework for a Discipline in FluxCONNECT Sunburnt Souls Facebook YouTube PARTNERS Podcast Produced by Pretty Podcasts
Here at Sunburnt Souls, we explore the messiness of faith and mental ill-health. I'm Dave Quak, a pastor navigating my own mental health journey with Bipolar Disorder. We aim to provide authentic support to those facing the highs and lows of following Jesus while managing mental health challenges. Join me and my friends as we candidly share our experiences living at this complex intersection.If you're seeking hope, a good laugh, and perhaps some unexpected wisdom, Sunburnt Souls could be a great place of encouragement and community. For more, see sunburntsouls.com
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