What idols are threatening today’s Christian families? In this podcast, Pastor Jeff Christianson equips pastors and leaders to stand firm against cultural idols—money, pride, pleasure, and empty religion.

Biblical counseling isn’t the same as secular therapy; it’s living a Christ-centered life and helping others do the same. Join Jeff as he calls leaders to flee idolatry (1 Corinthians 10:14), walk in humility, and shepherd God’s people with Scripture and the Spirit.

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When a family breaks under pressure, where do they turn? More often than not, it’s you—the counselor, the pastor, the leader—who steps into that gap. In this episode, we’ll walk through how God designed the family as the first place of discipleship, recognize when idolatry and misplaced priorities threaten their households, and how to redirect them toward Christ-centered living.

If you’re called to lead, this conversation will sharpen your heart and strengthen your hands for the counseling ministry God has entrusted to you.

Learn how to take your equipping further and become a Certified Biblical Counselor at https://www.counselorcertification.com

In this episode of the Biblical Counseling Podcast, Jeff Christianson shares a heartfelt reminder that every follower of Jesus is called to serve and to be equipped for that service, especially in areas like counseling and discipleship.

He reflects on Ephesians 4:11 12, where it says God gave certain leaders apostles, prophets, evangelists, and pastor-teachers not to do all the ministry themselves, but to equip all believers for the work of ministry. That means it’s not just for pastors or full-time workers; every Christian has a role.

Jeff encourages listeners to keep growing, whether through formal training, personal study, or learning from trusted mentors. But it’s not just about learning facts, it’s about growing closer to Jesus and helping others do the same.

Throughout the episode, he points to Scriptures like Romans 14:19, Romans 15:2, and 1 Thessalonians 5:11, which call us to build each other up, comfort one another, and grow together in our faith.

The message is clear and encouraging: ministry isn't just for a few, it's for all of us. And God gives us what we need to serve Him well.

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