Why Am I Having Intrusive Thoughts About God?

Intrusive thoughts about God are perhaps the ugliest part of having an anxiety disorder like religious OCD. Strange, disgusting, and unwanted thoughts pass through our minds. We can’t seem to ...

Blasphemous Thoughts, Intrusive Thoughts

Jaimie Eckert

Aug 31, 2023

This Simple Idea Will Help You Ignore Blasphemous Thoughts

If you’re a Christian and you’ve been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, you might be among the ranks of those who get weird, unwanted blasphemous thoughts. And if you’re in therapy ...

Blasphemous Thoughts, Compulsions, Intrusive Thoughts

Jaimie Eckert

Jun 29, 2023

Did I MEAN to Have That Blasphemous Thought?

Point of view: you’re a person with religious OCD, just going about your day. Suddenly, out of nowhere, a horrible, blasphemous thought flashes through your mind. Perhaps it is a ...

Blasphemous Thoughts, God’s Character, Intrusive Thoughts, OCD Treatment

Jaimie Eckert

Feb 1, 2023

Have I Committed the Unpardonable Sin?

One of the most classic obsessions for people with religious OCD is the mind-numbing question, “have I committed the unpardonable sin?” I speak with people every week who have a ...

Blasphemous Thoughts, Faith and Trust, fear, Forgiveness, Intrusive Thoughts, Sin, Unpardonable Sin

Jaimie Eckert

Jul 7, 2022