What's the #1 priority in your life—and what does your answer reveal about what truly motivates you?

In this two-part teaching through Philippians 3:7–14, Pastor Jeff Christianson calls us back to the highest priority of the Christian life: knowing God. The apostle Paul says everything else becomes "loss" compared to "the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord" (Philippians 3:8). In this episode, we unpack why knowing the Lord is the supreme treasure, how we come to the Father only through the righteousness of Christ, and why real discipleship always flows from abiding—never from anxious busy-ness.

You'll hear:

• Why knowing the Lord is the believer's highest priority (Philippians 3:7–8; John 17:3)

• David's charge: "Know the God of your father" (1 Chronicles 28:9)

• How God brings us from darkness to light (2 Corinthians 4:6)

• The three ways we grow in knowing Him: resurrection power, fellowship of sufferings, and being conformed to His death (Philippians 3:10)

• Pressing forward with a single focus: "one thing I do" (Philippians 3:13–14)

• A needed warning for distracted hearts: Mary vs. Martha—the one necessary thing (Luke 10:38–42)

This teaching is a fresh call to count all things loss, lay hold of Christ, forget what lies behind, and press toward the upward call—so we can live a visibly resurrected life in a dead world.

Scripture Focus: Philippians 3:7–14 Key Supporting Passages: John 17:3; 1 Chronicles 28:9; Jeremiah 9:23–24; 2 Corinthians 4:6; 1 John 5:20; Luke 10:38–42; Ephesians 1:17

"If you seek Him, He will be found by you." (1 Chronicles 28:9)

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In this final episode of our Family God's Way series, Pastor Jeff explores two pillars essential to every Christian household: the wisdom of God and the grace of God. Drawing from Proverbs 3:5–6 and Acts 20:32, we discover that families cannot flourish on human insight or human strength alone. Instead, the Lord invites us to trust Him with all our hearts, acknowledge Him in every matter, and receive the supernatural strength that comes through His grace.

This episode unpacks:

• Why marriages and families must learn to lean on the Lord's understanding—not their own

• How God promises to direct our paths when we acknowledge Him in all things

• The indispensable role of grace in sustaining relationships, overcoming weakness, and walking in unity

• Why Christian homes must become households of prayer, continually seeking God's help and enabling

• How the Lord builds, strengthens, and upholds the family by His Spirit

If you long for a home guided by God's wisdom and strengthened by His grace, this episode will point you back to the One who faithfully leads, empowers, and builds every household that trusts in Him.

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What does it really look like for the Lord to build a home?

In this episode, Pastor Jeff continues the "Family God's Way" series by exploring three essential pillars of a God-built household: His Purpose, His Church, and His Glory.

Drawing from 1 Peter 2:9–10, Ephesians 1:22 23, and Colossians 1:18, we discover that:

• We are not just families—we are God's people, redeemed to proclaim His praises.

• We were never designed to grow alone—God shapes marriages and families through His church, the fullness of Christ.

• Above all, the Christian home exists for His glory, that Christ may have the preeminence in all things.

Pastor Jeff unpacks how these truths transform everyday family life, calling husbands, wives, parents, and children to live with a higher purpose than personal comfort or cultural ideals. When God's purposes guide the home, when the church supports and strengthens it, and when Christ is exalted above all, the household becomes a living testimony of His grace.

If you long for a marriage and family shaped not by self-interest but by Scripture, this episode will encourage, challenge, and refocus your heart on the One who builds the home.

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In this episode, we explore the foundational truth of Psalm 127:1 (NKJV): "Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it."

Every marriage, every household, and every family is shaped by someone or something. Scripture teaches that God Himself desires to be both Architect and Builder of the Christian home. When we attempt to construct family life in our own wisdom or strength, the results are fragile, fleeting, and ultimately futile. But when the Lord builds the house, His work produces stability, unity, and spiritual fruit that endures.

Join Pastor Jeff as he walks through the implications of Psalm 127, examining:

• Why every family needs God as its Builder

• How human effort becomes fruitful only under God's hand

• The difference between a home built on self-effort and a home built on Scripture

• How to invite the Lord to shape your marriage, parenting, and household

• What it means to surrender the "blueprints" of your life to the Master Builder

This episode offers biblical encouragement, practical insight, and Christ-centered hope for anyone longing for a home that reflects the grace and presence of God.

Many believers want to help others but feel unprepared to counsel biblically. If that's you, you're not alone.

We train Christians to counsel with Scripture so they can help hurting people find hope in Christ.

At the Biblical Counseling Academy, you'll receive clear and practical training rooted in God's Word—designed for real ministry and real people.

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What is worship really about? In heaven, all attention is fixed on one Person — "the Lamb who was slain" (Revelation 5:12). From Psalms to the Gospels to the Great Commission, Scripture reveals one unchanging truth: Christ is the central focus of all true worship.

In this episode, we trace the thread of worship through key passages — from Psalm 2:12, to the disciples bowing in awe on stormy seas, to the worship of the risen and ascended Christ. Each moment reminds us that worship isn't about our emotions or experiences, but about acknowledging the infinite worth of Jesus Himself.

Leaders and counselors alike are called to model this heavenly mindset on earth — keeping Christ at the center of every heart, home, and ministry.

Let this episode draw you back to what truly matters: Christ alone, worthy of all honor and glory.

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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.

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Today's families are under attack like never before. In this episode, we uncover the cultural and spiritual dangers confronting the home—and, more importantly, the timeless truths of God's Word that bring hope and healing. Together, we turn to Scripture for wisdom and encouragement on how to guard our households and shepherd our loved ones with grace and truth.

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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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In this episode, Pastor Jeff talks about how psychology is infiltrating the church. Instead of the church impacting the world around us, the world is infecting the body of Christ.

So often, unbiblical, worldly messages are being brought into the church. The truths of Scripture are the message of the church and must not be mixed with humanistic philosophies.

God's Word is powerful. The people of God need to hold fast to the Word of God and the Gospel, which is the power of God for salvation and a changed life. Let us not embrace what is popular, but come back to the Word of God.

Jeff often talks about the difference between psychology and the Bible. But just to clarify, when he mentions psychology, he isn't referring to the entire field of psychology. He is mainly pushing back about the part of psychology that deals with human nature, how to live life, and how to make changes. This includes things like psychological counseling, clinical counseling, psychotherapy, and the psychological aspects of psychiatry.

These theories have also influenced some parts of educational psychology, especially behaviorism and humanism. But the problem is that these theories focus on nonphysical aspects of a person, which can conflict with biblical teachings about things like sin, salvation, and our relationship with God. So, it's important to be aware of these differences when considering how to approach personal growth and change biblically. His point? God's Word is sufficient!

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