Sigmund Freud's Psychodynamic Approach

Freud’s contribution includes the internal conflict between the id, ego, and superego and the preconscious, conscious, and unconscious. The unconscious aspect of the mind is also regarded highly compared to other therapies. The unconscious often affected one’s conscious experiences and beliefs. Freud believed that the unconscious experience is not directly assessible to conscious examination. Although he did not specifically regard his theory in light of Christianity, it is observed that Freud’s theory has some elements that can be viewed in a Christian perspective.
In the aspect of the inability to consciously evaluate one’s situation and learning, this supports the scripture in Matthew 15:18-19 saying, “But the things that come out of a person’s mouth come from the heart, and these defile them. For out of the heart come evil thoughts—murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander” (New International Version). This verse notes that one’s words are coming from inside. Although one does have control of what we say, most of what shapes one’s experience is learned or obtained unconsciously. What one sees, hears, and says are through the unconscious or subconscious. Freud’s belief of the unconscious does remind Christians to be careful with what one sees, hears, says
151). Christianity continues and mentions of forgiveness and offers victory over sin. Through Jesus Christ, we are able to understand our self and relate to others. At the same time, it is through the understanding of our self and others, we are able to recognize that everyone is in need of Christ. We also learn that Christ forgives us of our sins. This does not mean that we are blameless and sinless when we accept Him, but we do not need to endure all suffering on our own. He will take our burdens from us when we submit them to