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Discerning the Internal Critic with Bishop Scott McCaig

by Jake Khym
Photo by Toa Heftiba on Unsplash

In this episode of the Way of the Heart, we host special guest Bishop Scott McCaig, CC. We dialogue about discerning the internal critic and what voices belong to the enemy, the self, and the Holy Spirit. We discuss how the enemy and the self often condemn us, whereas the Holy Spirit lovingly convicts us of the truth that brings about good fruit in our lives. We distinguish that condemnation leads to shame, but conviction leads to repentance and hope. We also focus on the need to experience the deep love that the Father has for us and His desire for us to lead us into our glory.

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Guiding Quote

“We have to be rooted deeply in a place of sonship, in a place of understanding the father's love for me. Then I can understand and receive both his affirming voice and his voice of discipline.” - Bishop Scott McCaig

Discussion Questions

  1. What stood out to you in this episode?

  2. What types of things does the voice of condemnation (whether from yourself or the enemy) say to you personally?

  3. Share a moment where you felt that God gave you loving correction.

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