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Emotional Intelligence vs Emotional Idolatry from James

Season 5, Ep. 7

This episode of The Clarion Call is lovingly dedicated to @jessyirazarry.

In this teaching, Nici Mathis speaks directly to parents, sharing practical, lived-out wisdom on how to disciple children through everyday moments using the Book of James as a guide. Drawing from personal parenting experience and Scripture, the episode explores the difference between emotional intelligence and emotional idolatry—and why that distinction matters in the home.

Using James as a framework, Nici unpacks how parents can help children acknowledge emotions without being ruled by them, respond with wisdom instead of reacting, and grow in spiritual maturity. Through biblical insight, real-life examples, and actionable teaching, parents are equipped to model healthy emotional leadership and cultivate homes rooted in truth, self-control, humility, and obedience to God’s Word.

This episode is a faith-filled encouragement for parents who desire to raise emotionally aware, spiritually grounded children who are led by wisdom—not feelings.

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