Bipolar with a Bible | Jasper Williams | The Jamal Bryant Podcast Let's Be Clear Ep #20

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  • čas přidán 12. 06. 2024
  • In this special Father's Day episode of "The Jamal Bryant Podcast: Let's Be Clear," Dr. Jamal Bryant sits down with Jasper Williams III, son of church legend Pastor Jasper Williams Jr.
    Jasper, a devoted son, husband, father, and former pastor, shares his courageous journey of stepping down from pastoral duties to focus on his mental health. Diagnosed with ADHD and Bipolar Disorder, Jasper advocates for therapy, treatment, and prescribed medication, sharing his powerful message: "I was tired of surviving, now I'm thriving." He encourages black men to prioritize their mental health and break the stigmas within the faith community.
    Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the importance of mental health for fathers and men, with Dr. Jamal Bryant. This episode promises to enlighten, encourage, and empower.
    The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let’s Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener.
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Komentáře • 127

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny +25

    Now this podcast should go viral, the church needs this

    • @jasperwilliams3_
      @jasperwilliams3_ Před 8 dny +1

      Your wish is mine too. I want to be the face and voice of a "thriv-er."

    • @genevastirrup8090
      @genevastirrup8090 Před 7 dny

      @@jasperwilliams3_ Trust me Pastor Williams God Is Hoing to use you to do just that🙏🏾

  • @erinsmith7171
    @erinsmith7171 Před 12 dny +32

    As a mental health therapist, I really appreciated this episode. I think it will definitely help those who are struggling between their faith and their mental health.

  • @deseanyates7441
    @deseanyates7441 Před 7 dny +5

    GOD Bless You, Dr. Jamal Bryant and Pastor Jasper Williams III. What An Amazing Podcast!

  • @bernardtalps6105
    @bernardtalps6105 Před 9 dny +7

    This is one of the reasons why I love my Pastors (Jasper & Alecia). Their TRANSPARENCY has always been present, and they always lead with open arms. Thank you Pastor Bryant for this broadcast and giving Rev. Williams the opportunity to shine a light on a subject that is so needed in our community.

  • @drcyntreljaneau
    @drcyntreljaneau Před 6 dny +2

    In 1988, Bishop Paul Morton would host Pastor Jasper Williams at a Fall Revival at Greater St. Stephen FGBC. My father took me to the revival as a young college student. It was my first time at Greater and hearing Jasper Williams. I returned for Sunday service, and I have never looked back. My life changed for the better. It was the best decision of my life, and it changed the trajectory of my life. This has been THE BEST episode of your podcast since you’ve started. This is going to help so many. That Cornel West statement: “Your generation has a brand, mine had a cause.” #micdrop 🔥

  • @BecomingDrVanessa
    @BecomingDrVanessa Před 5 dny +1

    As a newly mented doctor of behavioral health management, this is very encouraging. I completed my dissertation research study exploring mental health in the Black Church and Pastor Jasper’s story closely aligns with my research findings❤

  • @drcyntreljaneau
    @drcyntreljaneau Před 6 dny +3

    Bishop Bryant, you should invite Bishop Paul Morton. Read his books, “Why Kingdoms Fall” and “The Enemy Inside Your Mind”

  • @1PurposeMime
    @1PurposeMime Před 10 dny +5

    So much to unpack in a short session. We need a pt 2. Pastor Jasper always hits the mark.

  • @howellareyou2024
    @howellareyou2024 Před 12 dny +15

    As a mental wellness advocate, I thoroughly enjoyed this episode. After being raised in a home where both parents were DEVOUT followers of Christ, with three siblings (male), all of who were affected by severe mental illness, I decided in 2016 that I'm not keeping quiet anymore. My brothers' stories did not end well. The gap between the "church" and the mental health community definitely needs to be bridged. We cannot PRAY everything away. Ask me how I know.

  • @riverflowcarsinc1898
    @riverflowcarsinc1898 Před 11 dny +5

    He is the first to admit it that has been diagnosed but not the only one. God Bless this Pastor.🙏😊

    • @jasperwilliams3_
      @jasperwilliams3_ Před 8 dny

      Pray that my admission is the help that someone else needs.

  • @iyccooks7168
    @iyccooks7168 Před 8 dny +4

    This was a Wow, interview. THANK YOU!

  • @Lynette_Shine
    @Lynette_Shine Před 10 dny +8

    Years ago, I found myself standing before a congregation of people. As I looked at their expressions, I sensed that something was amiss. In that moment, I couldn't help but ask myself, what could be causing this unusual atmosphere? I heard the spirit say that it pertained to mental health. The following day, it was confirmed when I discovered a mental health program on my computer from an unexpected institution. I enrolled in that program and after a few years, I successfully earned a degree in MH counseling. I kindly request your prayers as I have an important task ahead of me to assist the people of God, which I am compelled to undertake. Thank you to both preachers for your courage, compassion, affection, and thoughtfulness. Dr. Bryant, I appreciate your attentive listening demeanor, very sincere!

    • @jasperwilliams3_
      @jasperwilliams3_ Před 8 dny

      Dr. Bryant is the quintessential listener...keep the faith!

  • @aprilblair4589
    @aprilblair4589 Před dnem

    Great interview ! And a much needed conversation the church & the world needs to hear. Mental Health and mental illness is & will impact US all!❤🙏🏽

  • @andredove486
    @andredove486 Před 12 dny +3

    I remember Bishop Mason saying in a prayer I heard…cast the devil out of my mind. I do believe it’s spiritual warfare and one need to get therapy. Thank you, this is good.

  • @miyoshistallings6562
    @miyoshistallings6562 Před 12 dny +11

    I love the Courage to be naked and unashamedly blessed in a place called There. ( Mental health).

  • @5moorefamily
    @5moorefamily Před 4 dny

    This was definitely a blessing. It's needed in the church.

  • @arymisstevenson7653
    @arymisstevenson7653 Před 11 dny +5

    Love this episode!!
    Staying on the connection between church and mental health, Dr. Anita Phillips would be an awesome guest.

  • @larecashon6759
    @larecashon6759 Před 10 dny +3

    This generation has a brand, his generation had a Cause. Powerful!!

    • @jasperwilliams3_
      @jasperwilliams3_ Před 8 dny +1

      Few words...big facts...🙏🏾

    • @larecashon6759
      @larecashon6759 Před 7 dny

      @@jasperwilliams3_ Thank you so much for this interview. According to the comments on all social media platforms, we all learned a lot 🙌🏽🙌🏽.

  • @miyoshistallings6562
    @miyoshistallings6562 Před 12 dny +7

    The transparency of it all (in it) self is liberating. To have to wear a mask and still function and to hold himself accountable to his congregation and volunteer to seek help and admit Something is wrong Mentally encourages healing in all areas of our lives.

  • @fisherpatrice8932
    @fisherpatrice8932 Před 8 dny +2

    This was one of the best discussions I have ever seen. This is much needed for everyone especially the church. This is educational for me and to help others.

  • @toniaisley6094
    @toniaisley6094 Před 7 dny

    This was so good! As a PK I love this conversation and the transparency of Pastor Williams. It's all about choices! Love that you said, "This thing will not get me." This freed so many! Bless you Sir!

  • @laurasmith854
    @laurasmith854 Před 12 dny +4

    No failure in faith. I can relate to him when the Lord told me to leave from a city where I was blessed for almost 40 years, and it was not about anyone but me and God commissioning me to leave, even today people don't understand, it's not about them

  • @jacquelinetaylor5467
    @jacquelinetaylor5467 Před 8 dny +1

    Thank you both for sharing. I could write book on this session on all levels from being former pastor’s wife to raising kids of a pastor. I always advocated for therapy and counseling but was told “just pray”. I have watched my children struggle because of the mental health of their father and my willingness to keep our business in our house. Pastor Williams you are so correct that it shows up when you reach adulthood. Our situation even became violent and resulted in my ex going to prison. Our community needs this so desperately! Thank God for my pastor Dr. E. Dewey Smith who preached weekly and embraced my children and this allowed us to begin the healing process. Our lives are better after much work but as Pastor Williams stated, it is an ongoing process. Tears 😭 are flowing but thank you both for this wonderful session and May God continue bless you both ❤❤❤❤🙏🏾

  • @olivebowers2774
    @olivebowers2774 Před 12 dny +6

    Awesome Podcast this is something needed thank you Pastor Bryant we appreciate you ❤

  • @thearaward6112
    @thearaward6112 Před 7 dny

    This is such an informative and educational conversation. Thank you for your transparency Pastor Williams.

  • @ledominiquelasha1816
    @ledominiquelasha1816 Před 4 dny

    This episode was so good. This could be a whole panel discussion

  • @njaikenon
    @njaikenon Před 12 dny +5

    Amen. There is no failure in faith!

  • @cashaunaalexander5998
    @cashaunaalexander5998 Před 12 dny +3

    For me I can speak for myself.
    I went to therapy and found out the problems of ptsd.
    Which God has been taking care of🙌🏾🙏🏾Hallelujah
    Anxiety is mostly irritating.

  • @adrianjohnson3435
    @adrianjohnson3435 Před 11 dny +1

    I commend your transparency you have freed a lot of people by sharing your truth. God never ends the story without bringing back the glory. 🙏🏾

  • @dr.henrywilliams5306
    @dr.henrywilliams5306 Před 12 dny +1

    Thank you, Dr. Bryant for addressing this much needed conversation concerning mental health in the church. This conversation was a life spring for so many struggling with mental health. Pastor Williams, your transparency helped me to exhale. Dr. Bryant, keep the conversations comin! God bless you‼️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

  • @Tony-Taslud
    @Tony-Taslud Před 12 dny +1

    This was a great episode. Thanks for helping the community. I appreciate the pastor's bravery and willingness to lend his story to help others.

  • @joyskeete7266
    @joyskeete7266 Před 12 dny +2

    ❤❤❤ oh my, this interview is not only spiritual but also educational .

  • @AB-om5qh
    @AB-om5qh Před 7 dny

    I appreciate this conversation. Thank you for sharing❤️🙏🏽✝️

  • @michellemalone7844
    @michellemalone7844 Před 12 dny +1

    God bless you, Pastor Williams! Thank you for your transparency by sharing your story with the world. Much love and respect to you and your family ❤ continually. 🙏🏿

  • @lnp84880
    @lnp84880 Před 12 dny +2

    Both my sets if grandparents married at least 50 years. My uncle Paul was sent to California to live and go to school out of the 7 children. His main statement daily was "understand me"!

  • @olivebowers2774
    @olivebowers2774 Před 12 dny +3

    Happy Father’s Days ❤

  • @shireemcgee4789
    @shireemcgee4789 Před 8 dny +1

    SOOOOO GOOD!

  • @PaulineNanton
    @PaulineNanton Před 12 dny +1

    Yes Dr. Jamal:
    Depression is a Spiritual Warfare. So is Bi-Polar. Thank God for Pastor Jasper. I admire his honesty. God is a good God. We just need to trust Him.

  • @Bongi40
    @Bongi40 Před 8 dny

    What a powerful and necessary conversation. We need to talk more about mental illness in the church. Thank you.

  • @Tubbsmuzik
    @Tubbsmuzik Před 6 dny

    Great topics and teaching! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @karendhorry8096
    @karendhorry8096 Před 12 dny +1

    This discussion is so very, very much needed and appreciated!

  • @vonettajordan
    @vonettajordan Před 12 dny

    Can't Thank God enough for the boldness of his CHOSEN few that have no problem sharing the goodness of God!!!! May God continue blessing you Jamal & all of what you're doing along with being transparent. It's very trying but there's nothing regretful in this Walk 🥰💪🏾🙌🏾

  • @howarddurhamiv98
    @howarddurhamiv98 Před 8 dny +1

    Listen We need Jesus , counseling and deliverance..

  • @Theurbanchristian
    @Theurbanchristian Před 12 dny +1

    Love you, brother Jasper!

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    Pastor Bryant This podcast is breaking chains,destroying yolks in this Christian culture I love how you dissect and reach across every genre of our social ills Thank you

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    We Are All The Better Because of Your Bleeding, None of Your Oil was left wasted in Aisle 9 Thank you Father for This Powerful Engaging Impactful Message to Help Your People become Aware that You are A God that Still Loves and Heals Even the Preacher who Ministers To Many but struggles with Mental Health I am grateful that Pastor Jasper Williams III and Pastor Jamal Bryant has lifted a veil of darkness and secrecy in this conversation through transparency🙏🏾

  • @ursulamcfalling5168
    @ursulamcfalling5168 Před 5 dny

    Greetings! Watching Replay from Detroit

  • @DorisBarnes-zd8nw
    @DorisBarnes-zd8nw Před 12 dny +1

    Thank So Much , I need to here this podcast.

  • @Fabtruluv7915
    @Fabtruluv7915 Před 12 dny

    Thank you so much Pastor Williams

  • @elisastyleswilliamson2701

    Thank you both, our community needs this.

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    Lord Jesus we need this conversation in YOUR Church Thank you Pastor Jasper Williams III you are truly your Father's Son The Transparency is Phenomenal it is Helping bring Awareness to Mental Health without the Stigma

  • @NIKKIB-ru2uh
    @NIKKIB-ru2uh Před 12 dny

    Wow and Wow!!! Incredibly amazing discussion and advocacy for mental health within our communities. This conversation was overdue and extremely necessary and it is my hope that in the future more churches can and will incorporate mental health, professional and services to support our black communities that are in desperate need.

  • @crystalbqueen4341
    @crystalbqueen4341 Před 12 dny

    I remember Jasper ! We went to the same college, AMC Atlanta. I remember asking him was it hard to be a PK. My mom pastored and I was an adult when she started. I despised being a PK. Jasper made it clear there was no resentment or struggle being the son of His father. He invited the class over to his home , met his mom. Great guy! I’m sure his answer to my question, now has a new perspective .

  • @AnotherShyFlower
    @AnotherShyFlower Před 12 dny

    Much needed transparency. Blessings to both men of God ❤

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    I love this Pastor, I watch you preach a few weeks ago in Group Therapy,you are setting the Church Free You Dad is our Grandfather at NBirth Miam Bishop Curry we love him and you

  • @blue5soror
    @blue5soror Před 12 dny

    Love love this. Bravo

  • @LenaOn_Me
    @LenaOn_Me Před 9 dny

    I’ve watched this 5 times. Desperately looking for information on how to help my son.

  • @GlennBAllen
    @GlennBAllen Před 12 dny

    This has helped me tremendously !!!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING

  • @olivebowers2774
    @olivebowers2774 Před 12 dny +1

    I agree we must try to fight for our marriage if the two agree and want to be together 😊

  • @tiabanks5585
    @tiabanks5585 Před 12 dny +1

    Amazing topic.

  • @howarddurhamiv98
    @howarddurhamiv98 Před 8 dny

    Great conversation.

  • @PaulineNanton
    @PaulineNanton Před 11 dny +1

    Dr. Jamal:
    I watched this yesterday.

  • @rediaholman9898
    @rediaholman9898 Před 12 dny +1

    Awesome interview!!!! I ain't no pastor but I totally get it🙏

  • @minnieautry3725
    @minnieautry3725 Před 12 dny

    An absolutely great episode

  • @islandgurldat
    @islandgurldat Před 11 dny

    Great talk, thanks for sharing.

  • @teevee7152
    @teevee7152 Před 11 dny

    Thirdum.. Good Dr. Jay!!! God bless you

  • @nicholebrown9474
    @nicholebrown9474 Před 10 dny

    Much respect🙏🏽🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @tappyjones8258
    @tappyjones8258 Před 12 dny

    This was so good!!! Thank you Pastor, this helped me to breathe.

  • @lnp84880
    @lnp84880 Před 12 dny +1

    Clear as the day is long. I ll have ice cream and wrap my arms sround myself as this moment.
    This too was a necessary podcast opposite to his sister theme as well Dr. Thema Bryant as therapist.

  • @ChrisJohnson-lx3st
    @ChrisJohnson-lx3st Před 12 dny

    Enjoyed The Conversation...Happy Father's Day To You Both....🥰

  • @Veronica-fr4qh
    @Veronica-fr4qh Před 12 dny

    This Blessed me❤

  • @ms.terrie5419
    @ms.terrie5419 Před 12 dny

    You don’t Miss!!!!

  • @dr.tanyadixon4244
    @dr.tanyadixon4244 Před 11 dny

    Excellent!

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    There Is No Failure in Faith 🙏🏾

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    What FIRES TOGETHER WIRES TOGETHER 🗣🗣🗣🗣

  • @beaconofhopechampions

    ooooh...this is good!

  • @atownsammiej7223
    @atownsammiej7223 Před 12 dny

    Amen ❤✊💪🤟🙌!!!!!!!!!, yessir!!!

  • @mearleanjohnson2014
    @mearleanjohnson2014 Před 12 dny

    ❤❤❤

  • @donethmiller1963
    @donethmiller1963 Před 12 dny +1

    WOW. Mental pressure in Ministry, it's alot.

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny +1

    Pastor Bryant you just opened up another discussion
    Pastoral Counseling should be Intertwined thru and thru throughout Seminary Curriculum Not an Elective

  • @karendhorry8096
    @karendhorry8096 Před 12 dny

    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @DLG508
    @DLG508 Před 6 dny

    Good stuff...

  • @olivebowers2774
    @olivebowers2774 Před 12 dny

    Good morning I’m here in Delaware watching ❤

  • @RonderickHenry
    @RonderickHenry Před 12 dny +1

    Dr Jamal Bryant can you do a podcast on what you said in this podcast “How to leave what you started “

  • @valeriebramlett6590
    @valeriebramlett6590 Před 12 dny

    🔥

  • @stephaniedillard86
    @stephaniedillard86 Před 12 dny

    I love this!!!! This is helpful! #CLINICALMENTALHEALTH

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    My Bishop would always talk about the Mental Pressure in Ministry and His Depression

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    Finding a Pattern for Marriage without the Immediate Example of Marriage Wowwww Poweful

  • @feliciasession8479
    @feliciasession8479 Před 11 dny

    This is good

  • @teevee7152
    @teevee7152 Před 11 dny

  • @joyselyngordon4974
    @joyselyngordon4974 Před 12 dny

    👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @patsywalker6051
    @patsywalker6051 Před 12 dny

    ❤🙏🏾🙌🏾

  • @dr.l.thomas6804
    @dr.l.thomas6804 Před 8 dny +2

    He didn't give the answer he was looking for when Jamal asked was it spiritual warfare😂. Its complex. His answer was good

  • @Dr.LeilaniScott
    @Dr.LeilaniScott Před 12 dny

    Wow

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny +1

    Powerful Impact Point Pastor Bryant !!!
    The Criminal Justice System is Criminalized Mental Health The Church Ostracized Mental Health
    Lord Help Us All 🙏🏾

  • @genevastirrup8090
    @genevastirrup8090 Před 12 dny

    Pastor Bryant No Template in my Pervue Everybody in my Family divorced I have fought to break this unntemplated curse Me and my husband us still standing 35yrs to give our son a template It hasn't been easy Pastor 🙏🏾

  • @lnp84880
    @lnp84880 Před 12 dny

    Clear as the day is long. I ll have ice cream and wrap my arms sround myself as this moment.

  • @lnp84880
    @lnp84880 Před 12 dny

    My grandmother answred ne "I was silly back then sonetimes". My question why did my uncle go live with my great-grandmother, katie.

  • @melindasmith1507
    @melindasmith1507 Před 12 dny

    He still trying to protect his Dad. His Dad was a pastor but things happen.

  • @lnp84880
    @lnp84880 Před 12 dny

    Similarly I was Fisted internally though not on top so hard i scooted into headboard. He claimed he was drunk. Do jamie foxx song works, blame it on the alcohol. Not even the jasper riley jasper the group musicians.
    But i let that assault go too. Ignored it because ive never been drunk nor drank a beer with him. He was mad i know i said no to allowing his ex girlfriend visit when 2 years before we got married now 6 months into the marriage i caught them already there getting off work. They claimed they were "waiting on me". I let it go where they wanted. The first time classic game night he says he invited her over i tell my friend and they said dont do it but im listening to him. The girlfriend said exactly what her intentions were when she was leaving. I adked him but of coyrse I couldnt hear past his bed of lies or itching ears from another who wasnt in the house but wanted to be wearing scrubs in hospital they met. The lady who advised not to was a highschool rival herself. Oh they get healed and reborn until the new meaning gets in the dictionary.