192. What I Wish Pastors Knew About OCD with Rachel Kuchem Woodward, LCSW

Christian Faith and OCD, Scrupulosity, Intrusive Thoughts, Compulsions, Peace

Carrie is joined by Rachel Kuchem Woodward, LCSW, a therapist with lived experience of OCD, to discuss how pastors can better support those who struggle through insights on discipleship, treatment, shame, and spiritual warfare.

Episode Highlights:

-Rachel’s personal journey with OCD and how her faith community played a role in her healing.

-How pastors can discern between normal spiritual wrestling and scrupulosity.

-The role of safe spaces, gospel-centered preaching, and grace-based discipleship in supporting those with OCD.

-The overlap of OCD and spiritual warfare, and how to navigate it without fear or confusion.

-Resources for pastors and helpers to grow in their understanding of OCD.

-Rachel’s upcoming book Gap Filler: Captive to Captivated and the hope it offers to both sufferers and shepherds.

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