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Faith Squared = FAITH in God multiplied by FAITH in your brain and its miraculous innate ability to create true healing and wholeness in body, spirit, mind and heart.

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Musical BrainDo you, or does anyone you know, suffer from chronic anxiety, illness, pain, or fear? Has it lasted much longer than expected? Have medical interventions fallen short? This can happen when the limbic system gets stuck in a fight-flight-freeze-or-fawn response as the result of trauma or prolonged stress. (The “fawn” response refers to becoming an excessive people-pleaser, as though appeasing others, even at the expense of our own well-being, will somehow keep us safe.) Once a brain becomes trapped in a state of hyper-vigilance or dysregulation, it can be very difficult to reverse. And, cute web graphics notwithstanding, there’s nothing cute or funny about being stuck in this situation. It may contribute to existing anxiety, which in turn can contribute to difficulty functioning at home, at work, or in relationships. It may also cause sleep issues, illness and/or chronic pain, and destructive negative behaviors.

The issue is not that the nervous system isn’t functioning – it’s just functioning inappropriately, because its natural ebb and flow are not being properly regulated. Once a brain becomes trapped in a state of hyper-vigilance – a form of traumatic brain injury – it can be very difficult to reverse. (Learn more about this dysregulation and its causes and effects at Trauma and the Nervous System: A Polyvagal Perspective.)

You may believe that engaging in more fervent and faithful prayer, scripture study, obedience, and selfless service will fix things. And, sometimes, it does. But if it doesn’t, where does that leave you as a Christian? Wondering why God isn’t answering your prayers can be salt in the already-deep wounds of your ongoing distress.

If this sounds familiar – whether in your own life, or the life of someone you love – please understand that it is not your fault, not permanent, and not God’s will for anyone’s life. Our brains are malleable (plastic) and can be “rewired” to create lasting feelings of safety and peace, as well as physical healing… no matter our age or the duration of our suffering. The healing emotions and chemicals produced during this process have remarkable, scientifically-proven effects which facilitate the capacity for wholeness God created in us all. Principles of neuroplasticity, when purposefully applied in harmony with the teachings of Jesus Christ, empower us to turn fear into peace, despair into joy, and illness into health.

Our ever-expanding library of songs has been created with this miraculous gift of self-directed healing in mind. Think of it as your home for Christ-centered MUSICAL brain rewiring! That said, we understand that the concepts of neuroplasticity and brain rewiring are unfamiliar to many people. So, we have included a lot of additional information on this website to help explain what it is, how it works, who it can benefit, how to get started, and what to expect. We’ve also included specific tools, such as affirmations, tips for stress reduction, tips for better sleep, and visualizations that we know from personal experience can help you on your healing journey. While we hope that our music can be part of the soundtrack for your healing process, we know that it is just one tool in your toolkit.

We sincerely pray that these songs – and the Christ-centered messages they deliver – will become an important part of your healing journey… reshaping how you view yourself and your potential for true joy and lasting health.

Take some time to explore our music library. Let it make you smile. Then… if you like it, help spread the word!