Bad Thoughts

Bad Thoughts is more than a book–it’s a breakthrough. Judah Smith and Dr. Les Parrott have crafted a powerful, grace-filled guide for anyone who’s ever felt defeated by their own mind. With pastoral wisdom and practical insight, they offer real tools to silence the lies, reclaim your peace, and heal your mind in the truth of God’s love. This is a must-read for anyone serious about inner healing. * Tim Timberlake, pastor; bestselling author of The Art of Overcoming and The Bumpy Road to Better *Bad Thoughts speaks to the heart of our mental and spiritual battles with authenticity, wisdom, and grace. Judah Smith and Dr. Les Parrott guide us with care and clarity from struggle to victory, challenging us to confront and conquer the limiting thoughts holding us back. This book is a gift to anyone seeking genuine transformation. * T. D. Jakes, global philanthropist; New York Times bestselling author *Finally, someone’s talking about the stu? we all wrestle with privately, and they’re making it relatable and approachable. Bad Thoughts is the guidebook we didn’t know we needed. Brilliant, funny, and genuinely helpful. * Jason Kennedy, broadcaster; television host *So many of us are trapped by the lies in our own minds, but Bad Thoughts offers a way out. It’s honest, practical, and saturated with truth. If you’ve ever wrestled with self-doubt, shame, or anxiety, this book will meet you there–and help you rise. * Christine Caine, global speaker; activist; and bestselling author of Undaunted *Some books may strengthen your spirit, others may illuminate your mind. Bad Thoughts radically does both. As Judah’s and Les’s words leap off the page and into your soul, they will transform the way you experience life on earth. * Emmanuel Acho, author; host, Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man *This book is highly recommended for anyone who takes seriously the need for emotional and spiritual transformation. Just like my dear friend Judah, the writing is funny, relatable, and powerful. He and Les are doing important work, helping us reclaim our minds in today’s world and guiding us toward grace. * Chris Pratt, actor *With honesty and anointing, Bad Thoughts helps uncover the lies we’ve believed and points us back to the truth that sets us free. Every page carries the potential to heal the heart and renew the mind. * Tasha Cobbs Leonard, worship leader; Grammy Award-winning gospel artist; and Kenneth Leonard Jr., Grammy Award-winning producer and lead pastor at The Purpose Place *

Judah Smith and his wife, Chelsea, are the lead pastors of City Church in Seattle, Washington. Judah is a well-known speaker at conferences and churches around the world. His humorous yet poignant messages demystify the Bible and show people who Jesus is in their everyday life. Prior to assuming the lead pastorate in 2009, Judah led the youth ministry of The City Church for ten years with a passion to take the reality of God to this generation.