Date
5-23-2025
Department
Rawlings School of Divinity
Degree
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (MA)
Chair
Fred H. Smith
Keywords
biblical characters and mental well-being, Christian identification, Jesus and mental well-being, Jeremiah, Job, David, Suffering, God, psychology, counseling, community, loneliness, relationship between biblical character and mental well-being, biblical studies, bible, holistic approach
Disciplines
Christianity | Counseling
Recommended Citation
Chapman, Shanetia Sharie, "Examining the Relationship Between Biblical Characters and Mental Health: Identifying a Christian's Well-Being" (2025). Masters Theses. 1313.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/masters/1313
Abstract
This thesis aims to examine the intersection between biblical texts and mental health within the framework of Christian belief systems. Through a critical analysis of key biblical narratives involving figures who exhibit experiences analogous to contemporary psychological struggles, this study investigates the influence of scriptural interpretation on believers’ perceptions of mental health and their coping mechanisms. By employing textual analysis, the research seeks to evaluate the potential of biblical teachings as therapeutic resources. Ultimately, this thesis aims to contribute to developing culturally and theologically informed approaches to mental health awareness and support within Christian communities.
