Mental Health Matters for Christians is a podcast that creates a safe, honest space where faith and mental health intersect. Hosted by Christine Sneeringer, the show explores real struggles that many Christians face—but often feel unable to talk about—like anxiety, depression, identity, trauma, and shame. With a warm, conversational tone, each episode invites listeners to step out of isolation and into truth, reminding them they are not alone and that their struggles do not disqualify their faith. Through powerful conversations, the podcast features guests who share their personal stories of brokenness, healing, and transformation. From testimonies of overcoming addiction and trauma to navigating complex questions around identity and purpose, each story points back to the hope and restoration found in Christ. These authentic interviews offer encouragement and practical insight for listeners who are seeking clarity, freedom, and deeper healing. The show also equips listeners with tools they can apply in everyday life—blending biblical truth with emotional awareness and practical wisdom. Rather than choosing between faith and mental health, Mental Health Matters for Christians helps bridge the gap, showing how the two can work together. Whether it’s learning how to process emotions, set healthy boundaries, or renew the mind, each episode aims to move listeners toward wholeness. Ultimately, this podcast is about transformation from the inside out. It’s for anyone who loves God but still wrestles, feels stuck, but longs for deeper peace and more freedom. Mental Health Matters for Christians reminds listeners that healing is possible, growth is intentional, and mental health truly matters—not just in the world, but in the life of every believer.
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Episode #26
Her Husband Hid a Sex Addiction Behind Their “Perfect” Christian Marriage
Sep 15, 20261h 10m
Ep 26 of Mental Health Matters for Christians PodcastFor years, Priscilla Fretwell believed she had the life she had always wanted: a loving husband, five children, a beautiful home, church involvement, and what appeared to be a strong Christian marriage. But behind that picture-perfect life, her husband Phil was hiding a decades-long struggle with pornography and sexual addiction—one that eventually crossed the boundaries of their marriage.In this deeply candid conversation, Priscilla shares the wife’s side of betrayal—the anger, grief, denial, and devastating loss of trust, but also the difficult journey toward healing. She explains why recovery eventually required more than simply fixing Phil’s behavior: they had to confront the emotional and spiritual disconnection that had existed beneath the surface of their marriage and begin dealing with their own wounds. Today, Priscilla and Phil help other couples discover that even after profound betrayal, brokenness does not have to be the end of the story.TOPICS DISCUSSED- Pornography and sex addiction in marriage- Betrayal and broken trust- The pressure of the “perfect” Christian marriage- Emotional and spiritual disconnection- Anger, grief, fear, and denial after disclosure- Personal responsibility and healing- Confession, honesty, and rebuilding intimacy- Marriage recovery after sexual betrayal Connect with Priscilla and Philhttps://www.savagemarriageministries.com/Priscilla and Phil's book: Savage Marriagehttps://a.co/d/00rBalRT Connect with Christinehttps://www.worthycreations.org/#betrayal #pornaddictionrecovery
He Hid a Secret Sexual Addiction from His Wife for 28 Years
Sep 8, 20261h 12m
Ep25 of Mental Health Matters for ChristiansFor 28 years, Phil Fretwell hid a secret sexual addiction from his wife, Priscilla—even while teaching Bible studies and serving as a leader in his church. What began with pornography in childhood eventually escalated, all while Phil maintained the outward appearance of a devoted Christian husband, father, and leader. In this deeply candid conversation, Phil shares what was underneath his double life: a longing for affirmation, fear of rejection, pride, and an inability to experience genuine intimacy. He explains why counseling alone didn't end the secrecy and what finally happened 28 years into his marriage that forced him to bring everything into the light. Phil also shares what happened after he confessed everything to Priscilla, why he believes “disclosure day is every day,” and how radical honesty, humility, prayer, and spiritual intimacy helped them rebuild a marriage that could easily have ended. Today, Phil and Priscilla use their story to help other couples find hope and healing through Savage Marriage Ministries.TOPICS DISCUSSED• How childhood wounds and his father’s abandonment shaped Phil’s need for affirmation• How pornography became a source of comfort and eventually a secret sexual addiction• How Phil maintained a double life while teaching the Bible and serving as a church leader• What finally forced Phil to tell his wife the truth after 28 years• What happened when Priscilla learned the full extent of his betrayal• Why Phil says “disclosure day is every day” and transparency must become a way of life• How Phil and Priscilla rebuilt trust, emotional and spiritual intimacy, and their marriage Connect with Philhttps://www.savagemarriageministries.com/Phil's book: Savage Marriagehttps://a.co/d/00rBalRTCHAPTERS00:00 Phil Fretwell’s Story: Living a Double Life02:17 His Father Leaves—and Pornography Enters His Life10:29 His Wife Discovers the First Secret12:10 Honest Isn’t Enough: Being Open and Transparent15:33 Hiding Sexual Addiction While Leading in Church21:14 What Was Really Driving the Addiction?31:06 The Moment 28 Years of Secrets Began to Unravel32:43 Why Counseling and Accountability Hadn’t Set Him Free37:25 Telling His Wife the Whole Truth38:25 “Disclosure Day Is Every Day”48:17 How They Rebuilt Their Marriage and Created Savage Marriage Connect with Christinehttps://www.worthycreations.org/#sexaddiction #pornaddictionrecovery
For many Christians, phrases like self-love, self-care, and self-compassion can feel uncomfortable. After all, Jesus told us to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him. But does denying yourself mean criticizing yourself, neglecting your needs, or even hating yourself? In this episode Christine Sneeringer and her co-host, Christian therapist Tim Long, explore the difference between healthy, God-centered self-love and sinful self-focus. Together they unpack the teaching of Jesus to “love your neighbor as yourself," why shame and self-criticism can actually drive unhealthy behaviors, and how self-compassion can play an important role in healing. Tim explains why healthy self-love isn’t narcissism or pride. Instead, it grows from receiving God’s love, understanding our worth in relationship to Him, and practicing gratitude—allowing us to serve others from a place of godly humility and confidence. TOPICS DISCUSSED- What Jesus really meant when He said to deny yourself - The difference between healthy self-love and sinful self-focus - How shame and self-criticism can fuel unhealthy coping - Why self-compassion can be an important part of healing - How grace and gratitude keep self-love centered on God Connect with Tim • Website: https://www.kainoschristiantherapy.com/ Connect with Christine • Website: https://www.worthycreations.org/
Ep23 A Retired Cop’s Battle Cry for Men of Faith to Man Up
Aug 25, 20261h 23m
What happens when you do everything "right" and still feel hollow inside? Retired police officer and men's ministry director Eric Lawrence sits down with Christine to share how a life that looked right on paper — steady job, clean living, hard work — still left him empty, until a chance invitation to church changed everything. From surviving his parents' divorce and custody battle, to his father's parental abduction as a child, to chasing meaning through bodybuilding and dance, Eric's story traces the gap between outward success and inward peace. Today he leads The ROC (Rangers of Christ), a brotherhood built to help men stop performing and start being honest about their struggles, their marriages, and fatherhood. If you've ever done everything "right" and still felt like something was missing — this episode is for you. This conversation dives deep into: • Growing up through his parents' divorce and custody battle • His father's cross-country parental abduction • Chasing meaning through bodybuilding, dance, and achievement • The moment he realized something was still missing • Becoming a Christian while serving as a police officer • Founding The ROC (Rangers of Christ) men's ministry • Why men struggle to open up, even in church • Raising two sons headed for Army Special Forces and four daughters Powerful Takeaways • Doing everything "right" doesn't guarantee you'll feel whole • Isolation is dangerous — men need brotherhood, not just willpower • Wisdom comes before strength: know what to do before you do it • You can't heal what you keep hidden, even from yourself • Being real and being tough aren't opposites • Your private life — what's really in your head and heart — only opens up when you're invited in CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS 02:48 Childhood: Divorce, Abduction, and a Move to North Carolina 09:31 Chasing Meaning Through Bodybuilding and Achievement 12:56 Finding Church and Finishing College 20:00 Becoming a Cop: "Paid to Be a Christian" 30:06 The Crisis of Christian Manhood 40:56 Founding The ROC (Rangers of Christ) 54:24 The 12 Attributes of a ROC 59:39 Why Men Struggle to Open Up and Stay Isolated 1:06:02 Public, Personal, Private: A Father's Biggest Mistake 1:08:43 Raising Two Sons and Four Daughters 1:20:08 Rapid Fire Round
Why Trauma Makes You Feel Like You're Never Good Enough
Aug 18, 20261h 26m
Ep22 of Mental Health Matters for ChristiansWhy do so many Christians secretly believe they'll never be good enough?After childhood sexual abuse, poverty, toxic relationships, betrayal, and divorce, Tina Rains spent years believing the lies trauma had written over her life. In this powerful conversation, she shares how God used counseling, biblical truth, community, and the renewing of her mind to heal deep wounds and restore her identity.Together, we explore why trauma often leaves us feeling "never good enough," how our thoughts shape our emotions, the role of counseling and neuroscience in healing, and what it really means to replace lies with God's truth. If you've struggled with shame, rejection, people-pleasing, or feeling unworthy, this conversation offers practical hope rooted in Scripture.Tina is the founder of Masterpiece Women, author of Freedom Climb, speaker, and ministry leader who now helps women discover their God-given identity and purpose.CHAPTERS00:00 – Introduction to Tina Rains01:11 – Childhood abuse, poverty, and finding Christ06:56 – Why trauma made her believe she wasn't enough10:51 – Hitting rock bottom and choosing healing13:54 – Renewing your mind with God's truth18:57 – How Scripture moved from her head to her heart25:24 – Replacing lies with biblical identity30:00 – Battling the "never good enough" thoughts38:55 – Why she stayed single for 15 years44:45 – From survivor to Freedom Climber and helping others
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