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The Struggle to Rest and Relax in God’s Love (Nurture)

I first intended on making this video for those who struggle with OCD, as they often wrestle with being able to rest in God’s love. But as I taught it, I definitely sensed this video applies to everyone. So many believers share their frustration with not being able to settle in the love of God. […]

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Why Giving Scriptures to Religious OCD Strugglers Can Seem to Backfire

It happens all the time, especially with those who struggle with religious OCD and scrupulosity. You have someone come to you for help and you begin sharing Scriptures with them. Maybe you know they have OCD or you don’t. Of course, this is an important aspect of the Christian journey–to allow God’s Word to renew […]

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The Story Behind the Book: Melissa Interviews Her Husband

Melissa DeJesus interviews her husband Mark about his latest book, The OCD Healing Journey.

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2 Reasons Christians Get Off Track with Intrusive Thoughts

Everyone experiences intrusive thoughts, but for those who struggle with OCD, they can easily get lost in examination the thought and reacting to the thought in ways that are compulsive. There are two reactions to intrusive thoughts that Christians with OCD can fall into that drive them off track. Do you find yourself falling into […]

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12 Reasons OCD Gets Worse

Have you ever felt like the spiraling of OCD is getting worse? What do we do when we feel like our obsessive-compulsive struggles are getting worse and more intense? Today I want to bring perspective on some things to consider when you feel like things are getting worse than getting better. Video Broadcast: Watch on […]

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The 7 Distortions of OCD

OCD wants you to think the problem is whatever you are obsessing about. Yet you need to understand that “the problem is not the problem.” The issue you are “spinning” about is not the issue. It is more about HOW you relate to your thoughts that is really what needs to be addressed. With obsessive-compulsive […]

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What is OCD? Part 2: Compulsions

To understand OCD and obsessive-compulsive struggles, we have to gain an understanding of compulsions. If you want to understand how OCD operates, the world of OCD really manifests through compulsive living. Compulsions are the manifestation of OCD. The word compulsion involves an irresistible and persistent urge or impulse to alleviate the disturbance of an obsession. […]

What is OCD? Part 1: Obsessions

There is a lot of misunderstanding when it comes to OCD. Many see it only as a cleanliness and order issue, but it is much more than that. Today I want to get into what OCD is by first explaining what obsessions are, how they show up and what topics are often material for the […]

Take a Tour of The OCD Healing Journey Chapters

Join me as I provide a tour through The OCD Healing Journey, to give you an overview of the chapters in the book. Video Broadcast: Recommended Resources:  To support future broadcasts: 

New Book: “The OCD Healing Journey” Available Now!

My latest book project is one that is near and dear to my heart, as it is a struggle I have had to personally face and learn to work through. As I proclaim the message of healing freedom in the areas of mental, emotional and relationship health, The OCD Healing journey is meant to encourage […]