Psychological Terms and Definitions Aren’t New and Neither Is The Remedy by “Brother Bill”
Is there anything new like psychology that they didn’t have years ago? Why do manufacturers have to label each product new and improved?
Definition: A state of mental discomfort caused when a person’s beliefs and actions conflict.
Biblical Connection:
The inner turmoil of knowing the truth but resisting it.
NKJV Verse:
Romans 7:19 (NKJV)
“For the good that I will to do, I do not do; but the evil I will not to do, that I practice.”
Paul describes the internal psychological conflict at the heart of cognitive dissonance.
2. Trauma
Definition:
Deep emotional or psychological wounds caused by distressing events.
Biblical Connection:
The crushed spirit, broken heart, and soul wounds.
NKJV Verse:
Psalm 34:18 (NKJV)
“The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.”
3. Resilience
Definition:
The ability to recover, adapt, and remain strong after hardship.
Biblical Connection:
God strengthens the believer in affliction.
NKJV Verse:
2 Corinthians 4:8–9 (NKJV)
“We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed.”
4. Empathy
Definition:
Understanding and entering into another person’s emotional experience.
Biblical Connection:
Sharing suffering produces Christlike compassion.
NKJV Verse:
Romans 12:15 (NKJV)
“Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.”
5. Attachment
Definition:
The emotional bond forming trust, safety, and relational security.
Biblical Connection:
God designed humans for bonding—especially with Him.
NKJV Verse:
Psalm 91:14 (NKJV)
“Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him; I will set him on high, because he has known My name.”
6. Identity Formation
Definition:
Developing a stable sense of self and personal meaning.
Biblical Connection:
True identity is found in Christ.
NKJV Verse:
2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV)
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”
7. Projection
Definition:
Attributing one’s own feelings, motives, or flaws to others.
Biblical Connection:
Judging others for the very things we struggle with.
NKJV Verse:
Matthew 7:3 (NKJV)
“And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye?”
8. Suppression / Repression
Definition:
Suppressing = consciously pushing away unwanted thoughts.
Repressing = unconsciously burying painful memories or feelings.
Biblical Connection:
The danger of hiding or burying wounds.
NKJV Verse:
Psalm 32:3 (NKJV)
“When I kept silent, my bones grew old through my groaning all the day long.”
9. Internal Locus of Control
Definition:
Believing you are responsible for your choices and outcomes.
Biblical Connection:
Human responsibility before God.
NKJV Verse:
Galatians 6:5 (NKJV)
“For each one shall bear his own load.”
10. External Locus of Control
Definition:
Believing outside forces control your life.
Biblical Connection:
The error of blaming others for sin or responsibility.
NKJV Verse:
Proverbs 19:3 (NKJV)
“The foolishness of a man twists his way, and his heart frets against the Lord.”
11. Moral Injury
Definition:
Psychological pain caused by violating one’s moral code.
Biblical Connection:
Conviction of wrongdoing and inner torment.
NKJV Verse:
Psalm 38:4 (NKJV)
“For my iniquities have gone over my head; like a heavy burden they are too heavy for me.”
12. Anxiety
Definition:
Persistent worry, fear, or dread.
Biblical Connection:
The anxious heart needing God’s peace.
NKJV Verse:
Philippians 4:6–7 (NKJV)
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;
and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
13. Depression
Definition:
Deep sadness, hopelessness, and emotional heaviness.
Biblical Connection:
The crushed soul calling out to God.
NKJV Verse:
Psalm 42:11 (NKJV)
“Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God…”
14. Self-Regulation / Self-Control
Definition:
Managing impulses, emotions, and behaviors.
Biblical Connection:
A fruit of the Spirit, not mere human effort.
NKJV Verse:
Galatians 5:22–23 (NKJV)
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.”
15. Post-Traumatic Growth
Definition:
Positive transformation after trauma.
Biblical Connection:
Affliction produces glory and strength.
NKJV Verse:
2 Corinthians 4:17 (NKJV)
“For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.”
16. Forgiveness
Definition:
Releasing resentment, even when someone deserves judgment.
Biblical Connection:
Christ commands it; healing flows through it.
NKJV Verse:
Ephesians 4:32 (NKJV)
“And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.”
17. Restoration
Definition:
Healing what was broken; returning to wholeness.
Biblical Connection:
Consistent thread from Job to Jesus.
NKJV Verse:
1 Peter 5:10 (NKJV)
“But may the God of all grace… after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.”
Absolutely — this pattern is ancient:
Every generation believes they discovered something new…
identity, sexuality, freedom, rebellion, “self,” autonomy —
but Solomon already settled it:
