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About

Come And Reason Ministries is dedicated to helping you learn to discern, to stimulate you to think, to help hone and refine your reasoning powers, and to increase your ability to know right from wrong and healthy from unhealthy.  We’re not here to tell you what to think, but to show you how to more efficiently use your God-given reasoning power to better grow in grace and bring your personal walk with God closer.

Come and Reason Ministries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2010 in Ooltewah, Tennessee, USA. We focus on making God’s methods and principles practical, understandable, and applicable to you here and now and are dedicated to helping you learn to discern, to teach you how to think for yourself, to hone and refine your reasoning powers in order to increase your ability to know right from wrong and healthy from unhealthy.

We work with God to help bring truth, love, and healing to all who are seeking to know and understand their Creator and therefore accept the Bible as authoritative and believe, rightly understood, that Scripture and Science harmonize perfectly. To that end we actively seek to present an integrated, evidence-based understanding of Scripture, Science, and Experience for the purpose of helping you develop your full potential and to experience healing of mind, character, and relationships.

We believe that every human being is created in the image of God with their own unique identity and the capacity to think and to act and that humanity has been infected with a destructive element that undermines health and happiness, causing us to suffer from sickness and disease of both body and mind, preventing us from experiencing the fullness of physical and mental health that is within our capacity to achieve.

 

Our Board of Directors

Timothy R. Jennings, M.D. – President:

Dr. Jennings obtained his M.D. degree in 1990 from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis. He completed his psychiatric residency at D.D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. During his distinguished military career, Dr. Jennings served as the Division Psychiatrist for the 24th and 3rd Infantry Divisions and as Chief of Psychiatry at Winn Army Hospital in Fort Stewart, Georgia. After completing his military service, he spent 25 years in private practice and then, in 2022, became the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Lynchburg, Virginia, and in 2023 became the medical director of Honey Lake Clinic, Greenville, FL.

Dr. Jennings is board certified in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, a master psychopharmacologist certified by the Neuroscience Education Institute, a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a Fellow of the Southern Psychiatric Association, and licensed to practice medicine in Florida and Tennessee.

Dr. Jennings also served as president of the Tennessee and Southern Psychiatric Associations and is a member of the American Medical Association, American Psychiatric Association, Southern Psychiatric Association, and American Association of Christian Counselors. He is also the founder and president of Come and Reason Ministries, a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry based in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Dr. Jennings has spent decades studying and integrating God’s principles for healing the mind and modern brain science and has authored many books, including Could It Be This Simple? A Biblical Model for Healing the MindThe God-Shaped Brain: How Changing Your View of God Transforms Your Life; The God-Shaped Heart: How Correctly Understanding God’s Love Transforms Us; The Aging Brain: Proven Steps to Prevent Dementia and Sharpen Your MindThe Remedy New Testament; and The Remedy of the Lord in Song: The Psalms.
 

Chip Liles:

Stephanie Land – Treasurer
Holds a Bachelors in Business Administration – Financial Services from Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN. Worked as an Accountant and then Controller at Collegedale Credit Union, Collegedale, TN, but is now a stay-at-home mom raising and home-schooling two children. She volunteers as our webcast team’s graphics/streaming operator.

Linda Ojala – Secretary:
A retired nurse, specializing in insurance case management and a gifted substitute presenter of the Come And Reason Bible Study Class.

Christie Jennings :
Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management.

Dean A. Scott, mfa:
Holds a Master of Fine Art in 3D Computer Art, Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA and currently works for Astec Industries, Chattanooga, TN in the Marketing department as their senior 3D Animation and Graphic Design Illustrator. Previously was an associate professor at Southern Adventist University in the School of Visual Art and Design, Collegedale, TN, from 2000 to 2010. He is the ministry’s media production director (audio/video, graphic design, 3D animation), webcast director/camera operator, audio engineer, equipment repair technician, studio lighting director, studio manager, and IT tech.

Russell L. Atkins:
Owner / President of 101 Physical Therapy, Inc., Ooltewah, TN, and a gifted substitute presenter of the Come And Reason Bible Study Class.

Lori Atkins:
Employed full-time in the IT department of a large corporation, a gifted substitute presenter of the Come And Reason Bible Study Class, and volunteers as our webcast team graphics/streaming operator.

Karin Kovi, M.D.: Occasional substitute teacher of the Come And Reason Bible Study Class and volunteers as our webcast team’s graphics/streaming operator and technical director.

 

Statement of Faith

Come And Reason Ministries is dedicated to working with God to help bring truth, love, and healing to God’s children everywhere, so that each person can experience healing of mind and character.

We believe that every human being is created in the image of God with their own unique identity and the capacity to think and to act. However, humanity has been infected with a destructive element that undermines health and happiness such that they do not experience the fullness of physical and mental health that is within their capacity to achieve.

To this end we present our general statement of faith and challenge you to take some time to write out your own statement of faith as well.

We believe. . .

  • the Bible, as the inspired word of God, is a reliable and faithful revelation of God and His plan to heal and restore mankind from sin.
  • God is love (1John 4:8). His character of love is the foundation of His government and the law of love is the principle upon which all life in the universe is designed to operate. God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit exist in the plurality of perfect outward moving, other-centered giving, beneficence and love. The health and happiness of all creation is dependent upon harmony with God’s law of love.
  • sin at its core is selfishness, the very opposite of God’s character of love.
  • sin originated with satan and mankind believed satan’s lies about God and rebelled against God and His law of love. Thus mankind became sinful/selfish and destined to die unless salvaged by God’s restoring grace.
  • Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Jesus, Himself being fully God, is the exact representation of the Father, the member of the Godhead through whom all things were made and equal in majesty, authority and divinity with the Father (John 14:9-11, Heb 1:1-3, Col 1:16).
  • Jesus humbled Himself to be born of a virgin joining His divinity with our humanity in order to reach sinful man with God’s saving love and grace.
  • He was tempted in every way just like we are yet lived a perfect sinless life and freely surrendered Himself to death triumphing over evil and sin (Heb 4:15).
  • Christ rose from the dead and is in heaven directing all the agencies of heaven for our eternal salvation and the final defeat of evil forces.
  • every person saved is saved only through Jesus Christ and His victory for mankind.
  • the Holy Spirit is Christ’s representative on earth administering all the benefits achieved by Christ to those who trust in God.
  • Christ will come again, literally, visibly, with His angels to bring His people to Himself, put a final end to sin and sinners and restore this universe back into the eternal harmony of love.
  • in a literal, physical new heaven and new earth the home of the righteous.
  • in a literal, physical resurrection from the dead where those who died in a saving relationship with Christ along with the saved who are alive when He comes will exchange this sick, disease ridden body for a perfect, eternal body no longer subject to pain, suffering and death.
  • that the time for Christ to come and redeem His saints is imminent.

 

Notable Quotes by Dr. Jennings
  • Lies believed break love and trust (sin).
  • Broken love and trust causes fear and selfishness.
  • Fear and selfishness causes destructive behaviors and acts of self-preservation (sins).
  • Acts of self-preservation cause guilt, shame, and damage to character, mind, and body,
    a TERMINAL condition by its very nature.

versus:

  • Truth believed restores love and trust (design).
  • Restored love and trust expels fear and selfishness.
  • Love and trust results in healthy behaviors and acts of other-centered giving and service (righteousness).
  • Other-centered giving and service results in maturing and perfecting of character, and healing of mind and body,
    a LIFE-SUSTAINING condition by its very nature.

The two antagonistic principles at war in this universe are:

“I love you so much that I will do everything in my power to promote and help you get ahead, including die, so that you can live.”

versus:

“I love myself so much that I will do anything in my power to promote and help me get ahead, including kill you, so that I can live.”


“You can’t deny the Truth. You can only delay the day you deal with it.”

 

All downloadable materials and files on our website are freely reproducible with the following restrictions:

  • Unlimited distribution and replication is allowed using only the original, unaltered, unedited files.
  • Materials and files may not be sold for personal or commercial profit.
  • Credit in the form of “Courtesy of and permission granted by Come And Reason Ministries, (c), all rights reserved.” is clearly printed on distribution media (physical and digital labels, descriptions, etc.)

 

Etcetera

Dr. Jennings is an international speaker, a graduate of CLASServices speaker’s training, and is noted for making complex issues easy to understand, using dynamic, engaging presentations filled with moving, real life stories, practical Biblical wisdom, and powerful life changing insights. Below is a list of topics Dr. Jennings has presented.

For non-medical professionals:

 

  • Alzheimer’s Dementia and the aging brain
  • The developing brain
  • A Biblical Model for Healing the Mind
  • Meeting the Spiritual Needs of Patients
  • Spirituality in Medicine
  • Seven Myths of Forgiveness
  • God’s Methods that Heal
  • Addictions in the setting of the Controversy between Christ and Satan
  • The physical and spiritual connections of depression
  • Recovering from sexual abuse
  • The law of love and liberty
  • Resolving Guilt
  • Preparing the mind to meet Jesus
  • Christianity – a practical application in today’s world
  • The Origin of Evil
  • The Mind Restored
For medical professionals:

 

  • Psychotherapy in Clinical Practice
  • Major Depression in the Primary Care Setting
  • Choosing an Antidepressant for the Long Haul
  • Attention Deficit Disorder across the Lifespan
  • Schizophrenia
  • Treatment Refractory Psychotic Disorders
  • Atypical Antipsychotics in Special Populations
  • Bipolar Disorder – Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Alzheimer’s Dementia
  • Sleepiness and Fatigue
  • Atypical Antipsychotics in Geriatric Patients
  • Atypical Antipsychotic Drug Risks
  • The Neurobiology of Depression

 

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Testimony 7

Ok, so last night I listened to “The Law of Liberty” and “How to Achieve Victory: Freedom, Truth and Spirtual Warfare.” These are both MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITES so far! The logic is just soooooo beautiful. I had to re-listen to them a couple of times. I just want to EXPLODE! (<< we assume with joy and happiness)

N. B., Canada

 

Testimony 24

I wanted to thank you very much for presenting your understanding of God. I’ve always been troubled by this question: Why did Jesus have to die? Since my conversion I understood that The Father & Jesus are one, I did not have issues with that. But was there not any other way to save us than for Jesus to die? I guess I actually had a question about God – if He is so wise, how come He did not find another way? I did not see the real ‘beauty’  in the cross. Only when you explained the picture in the medical context, Jesus providing medicine for my selfishness, have I started to finally ‘see the light’. Thank you so much. Your seminar, “Healing the Mind,” are absolutely marvelous & have shared them with my family and many other people, including colleagues at work. Thanks, thanks, thanks. May God bless you abundantly in your ministry.

M. W., Australia

 

Testimony 36

Thank you and may God continue to bless you as you share with others the intricacies of how we are all “fearfully and wonderfully made”. I must share that you have opened a whole new world to me, and I have found tremendous healing through what you have shared in two of your books, “Could It Be This Simple?” and “The God Shaped Brain.” I praise God for what you shared, what I have learned, and how I have grown and healed! My prayer is that My Precious Jesus will be seen by others in the way I live, act, talk, etc. and they may be encouraged to know He is truly a GREAT God of LOVE, desiring that no one should perish! God Bless you in your continued endeavors to present Him as He really is!

Joleen H. GA, USA

 

Testimony 45

I have been confused for years about what [christianity] calls [its] most disgusting teaching. It has never made much sense to me and for that reason has been evermore empty. I have listened to your class off and on and have struggled determining what is truth, because of the resistance design law encounters in the church. So, I thank God for your ministry. What you teach makes sense. It’s logical and backed up by the power of love. I have never seen that in Christ until now. I am astounded by the insight that is found when we look at God’s ministry through design law. All strength to this message, as I believe it to be the power of God.

Brendon S.

 

Testimony 48

I just want to tell you how blessed I have been reading “The Remedy!” It has become a daily part of my devotional relationship with God. In it I have found a God of love and a God that loves me! The bible has come alive for me! It is the first time that I can say that I have felt hope fill my heart as I have read God’s word. This is good news I can share! Thank you, Dr Jennings! Thank you for your heart for others. I can’t put into words how this has set me free! It has strengthened my trust and love for God.

Jason H.

 

Testimony 41

I have been blessed by your ministry. I have experienced personally, and deeply resonate with, the God of love and the beautiful picture of God’s character that you present. I have seen your seminar series on YouTube, read ‘The Journal of the Watcher’ book, used your mobile app, and also listen/study the bible study lesson with you each week. I concur with many of the thoughts and perspectives that you share. I understand your conclusions on natural laws vs imposed law and the legal/penal substitution (incorrect diagnosis). This makes perfect sense to me.

Bless you for all you do.

Melissa L.

 

Testimony 46

Over the past couple of years God has been expanding my view of Himself and His character. Along my approximately 40-year journey, I have often had questions, but was hesitant to voice these and step outside the traditionally accepted thinking, for fear of admitting that I may in fact be eternally lost. In the recesses of my thinking has been the thought – if one blindly accepts (which is widely regarded as “real faith”) and does not question, is this really ‘truth?’ I often find it challenging to grapple with very theological ‘speak,’ but Dr. Jennings has a real gift of explaining spiritual concepts with clear practical examples. The weekly discussions are growing my Christian experience and slowly changing my view of how to live as a child of God in today’s complex world. Finally the whole Old Testament sanctuary teaching moved in my mind from fantasy to reality!

Beverly S., South Africa

 

Testimony 3

My husband is a pastor and I listen to your lesson almost every week. Thank you for helping me in my study life and to help me love the “real” God more.

C. F., NC, USA

 

Testimony 10

I personally download and listen to each of Come And Reason Ministries Bible study class lessons and PDF study notes to use when teaching my class. Really appreciate the class especially when Dr. Jennings is teaching. Thank God there are persons like him doing His work and traveling to share His beliefs.

B. L.M., North Plains, OR, USA

 

Testimony 72

I am blown away by the truth that you present. God’s Design Law makes so much sense! You have validated my impression that, if God is love, He would not kill those who don’t want to know him. If God gives us choice, then how can He destroy us if our choice is not to follow him. Thank you for opening my eyes and heart to the pure love of God seen through Jesus. The love I now have for Jesus is deeper and free from condemnation. My heart has been opened to love others as Jesus loves me. May God continue to bless your God-given insight into His word and your ministry. The truth has set me free!

H. Miller, Centereach, NY

Testimony 67

I was introduced to Come And Reason by a friend of my mother-in-law, who gave me several CD’s of Dr. Jennings. The clarity of the message and recognition that God’s is a God of love was so clear, advancing beyond Dr. Maxwell’s message. However, grappled with Maxwell saying God used emergency measures for the fallen world. Now after several years of being a regular listener of the Come And Reasoning bible study class and attending Jennings’ meetings in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, things are becoming clearer for me. Design law versus imposed law has added so much to my personal understanding of theology. This message has really impacted my work in counseling so many people miserable because they are searching for and trusting human governments to create order and peace or believing in a God who says love Me or I will kill you. I am grateful that I have an alternative view to offer my clients that makes sense. I teach a bible study class on a semi-regular basis and I value the materials that Come And Reason so freely offers to aid me in presenting this vital message. Thank you for continuing to provide advancement in our very limited understanding of a Infinite God that is rational and believable.

Dr. Roger D, Arlington, TX, USA

 

Testimony 57

You have helped make sense of thirty two years of confusion. The material you freely provide reorganized so much of my life into such a beautiful pattern that has always been hinted at from within, but misguided with my training and what I was experiencing externally. My filipno parents, who were converted from Catholicism to SDA, were sincere and did their best to raise me the right way and I have deep respect for them. However, being immigrants and not understanding the language made for a difficult transition as I was growing up, which also applied to my spiritual growth as I learned the patterns of religion. I have been listening to as many bible study classes and reading blog posts as my time in a work truck will allow, searching for the practical applications of where spirituality and reality meet, and I thank you for helping me find that. You have helped me reach a point in which I can truly say that I love God, that I believe He loves me, and, like David, I delight in His law. God bless.

Emmanuel V., Calgary, AB Canada

Testimony 70

I have been watching you for many years and have learned to love God with all my heart. I was raised by a loving Christian mother that had been lied to about who God really was, so our religious upbringing was hell fire and damnation. As soon as I was old enough and moved out, I not only left the church, I ran as fast as I could to get away from it. Sad to say, it wasn’t until the past couple of years that I learned and understand who my Father really is and how much He loves me. I understand God’s Design Laws (which make sense) and when I’m teaching my church Bible study class, I’m able to really put to use the things I’ve been learning and Holy Spirit is leading. Thank you for introducing me to my Father of true, pure love. Everyday with Him is new and exciting. One thing that breaks my heart is that I didn’t know Him sooner. God Bless you and your ministry!

Judy Phelps, Reno, NV, USA

Testimony 25

I just want to say thank you so much for your conversations via YouTube. I regularly tune in to your lectures, “Let’s Talk” sessions, and many others. Through these I’ve found greater depth and meaning to God’s word. Thanks for all that you do and please continue. I’m currently working in the middle of Silicon Valley at Stanford University. I feel like God really has me in the right place right now and I’m sensing that your teachings might be part of it.

B. F., Silicon Valley, CA, USA

 

Testimony 1

Thank you! I love listening to the Come And Reason Ministries Bible study classes and am using some of your notes to get the lessons together that I will be teaching. You always have such good quotes and Bible texts and pull things together to make good sense.

T. C., IN, USA