Relationships Episodes

Dec. 19, 2024

Responding to Toxic People

Unfortunately, the holidays seem to cause toxic people to manifest more than usual. How do we respond as Christians? How can we handle these relationships and keep our peace? Dr. Ray Self will answer these questions in this crucial show for the holidays and as you move into the new year.

Nov. 7, 2024

Holidays with the Dysfunctional Family

In this show, Dr. Ray Self discusses how to find joy despite the dysfunction and toxicity within your family.

Oct. 24, 2024

Overcoming Self-Sabotage

Self-sabotage is destructive and very common. Dr. Ray will explain its causes and how to overcome it once and for all.

Oct. 10, 2024

Love and Disagreement

In this show, Dr Ray Self discusses how to disagree and still love.

Sept. 5, 2024

Conflict in Relationships

In this episode of Self Talk with Dr. Ray Self, Dr. Ray teaches how conflict can be good for a relationship if we follow certain principles.

Aug. 29, 2024

Stop Playing Your Role

In this episode of Self Talk with Dr. Ray Self, Dr. Ray discusses destructive roles people play that originated in their childhood and are still manifesting in their adulthood.

July 4, 2024

Empathy

Empathy is more than compassion and is critical to our well-being. In this episode, Dr. Ray discusses this crucial issue. This show will discuss how empathy is vital for our quality of life, even though it is severely lacking in our current Christian culture.

June 6, 2024

Spiritual Abuse

In this episode, Dr. Ray Self will discuss spiritual abuse. During this discussion, you will learn how to identify spiritual abuse and what to do if you find yourself in a spiritually abusive situation.

May 30, 2024

Forgiveness and Boundaries

Forgiveness does not mean you become a doormat. Many Christians get confused when setting boundaries, feeling like they're being unforgiving, rude, or unchristlike. In this episode, Dr. Ray Self will unravel this dilemma and discuss how we can forgive and still set healthy boundaries.

May 23, 2024

Christians and Boundaries

In this show, you will learn as a Christian how to set healthy boundaries and remain a loving, forgiving, and merciful believer in Christ.

April 5, 2024

Anger is Not the Issue

As Christians, we often face pressure to avoid getting angry. In this crucial episode, Dr. Self discusses how anger is a normal emotion created by God.

March 21, 2024

Understanding the Gift of Compassion

Dr. Ray Self will discuss the gift of compassion, which happens to be one of the most misunderstood.

March 14, 2024

Whatever Happened to Compassion?

Dr. Ray Self discusses the issue of compassion and, more importantly, why we see such a lack of it.

Feb. 16, 2024

The Christian Response to Toxic People

In this replay of a popular episode of Self Talk With Dr. Ray Self, Dr. Self discusses the Christian response to toxic people or toxic relationships.

Jan. 26, 2024

Don't Rock the Boat

There will always be people at your present level who will try to hinder you from moving to the next level. Often, these people may take action to discourage you. Dr. Ray discusses this principle, how to deal with it, how to move forward, and what God has called you to do.

Dec. 7, 2023

Her Needs, His Needs

In a marriage relationship, we must understand the needs of our spouse. In this vital show, Dr Ray discusses the primary needs and desires of a woman and a man, as God wisely points out in Scripture. In the show, you can learn how to have a more fulfilling and loving marriage and resolve conflict h…

Nov. 3, 2023

Responding to Toxic Family Members

It is unfortunate, but almost everyone has at least one toxic relative. This is the kind of relative who harms your spirit and grieves your soul, and you wish you did not have to be around them. But it is the holidays, and they are family, so you are required to spend time with them. In this crucia…

Oct. 10, 2023

Look Back to Move Forward: The Nehemiah Principle

The story of Nehemiah, a prophet, can still be relevant to our lives today. In a significant episode, Dr. Ray Self discusses how examining your past can lead to healing and a prosperous future for both you and your family.

Sept. 8, 2023

Living in an Unhealthy Relationship

In this episode, Dr. Self addresses the difficulties faced by Christians who find themselves in unhealthy relationships. While forgiveness and turning the other cheek are biblical values, navigating day-to-day life in such situations can be...

July 3, 2023

Defining Covenant Relationship

What is the biblical meaning of covenant? Why is that important, and how does that impact our lives today? Dr. Ray Self answers this question and more in this crucial episode. The web defines a covenant as a relationship between two partners who...

May 4, 2023

The Need to be Known

In this episode of Self Talk, Dr. Ray Self addresses a vital issue that affects all of us. 1 Cor 13:12 For now we see in a mirror dimly, but then face to face; now I know in part, but then I will know fully just as I also have been fully...

April 20, 2023

Spirit of the Leviathan

Job 41:1 "Can you draw out Leviathan with a fishhook? Or press down his tongue with a cord?" Have you ever wondered why you say one thing and something else is heard? The spirit of Leviathan will twist our words so that what is heard is...

March 30, 2023

Healthy Conflict

Dr. Self discusses how conflict can build respect IF it is handled in a healthy way. Unfortunately, most people do not manage conflict very well. In this episode, you will learn about the four ways people fight. Hint -three of the ways are not good....

March 16, 2023

Honoring Military Spouses

We don't think twice about honoring a military member we see out in public, which is definitely appropriate and well deserved. In this episode, I talk about the sacrifice of military spouses, the challenges, the blessings and what they go through in...

Guest: Melissa Caldie