Biblical Counseling Podcast

God's Sovereignty and Man's Free Will

The Election by God

"...elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father..." (1 Peter 1:2a)

• We will look at several verses with terms like chosen, elect, and predestinated.

• These are strong terms that emphasize the sovereignty of God.

• God is in charge.

• God has the right to lay things out the way His perfect wisdom and love laid them out.

• And it includes the election by God.

The Free Choice by Man

"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." (John 3:16)

• God so loved the world that whoever believes.

• His love is for the world.

• Not just "love", but He "so loved" all of those who would perish.

• And believing is offered to whoever will.

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TRINITY

The concept of the Trinity is the idea of three in one. We have one God, consisting of three persons. Another term that somewhat captures this idea is: Triunity.

• What we are doing is using a term to describe something that exists—a descriptive term—because words like Trinity and Triunity are not found in the Bible.

• Let's acknowledge that to anyone who argues against the Trinity.

• Yes, the word Trinity does not appear in the Bible, and that's acceptable, but let's use another term.

• If you want a more comprehensive description, you could say the one Godhead comprised of three persons.

• However, it's easier to use the term Trinity.

• This one Godhead consists of three persons who are all God of the same essence.

The Bible is full of teachings that support this idea.

• A simple term to describe it is Trinity; however, a better term, though it might not be widely used, is Triunity. It conveys a three-fold oneness.

• Trinity works well too.

Jeff Christianson

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The Preeminence of Christ in counseling. When exploring this topic, the Gospel of John is a rich source of wisdom and insight, offering a deep understanding of Christ's role in providing comfort, healing, and direction to those in need.

In the Book of John, we witness the love, compassion, and wisdom in the person of Jesus Christ. His teachings and actions represent the essence of true counseling ministry, where individuals are met with understanding and grace. Jesus demonstrates the transformative power of compassionate counseling rooted in faith and love.

Through His teachings and actions, Jesus Christ stands as the ultimate Counselor, Healer, and Redeemer. May we draw inspiration from the wisdom in the Book of John, allowing Christ's light and truth to guide us in our ministry of counseling.

Jeff Christianson

Biblical Counseling Academy

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In the following series of podcast episodes, "Jesus is God the Son" will cause us to worship as we magnify the deity, centrality, supremacy, sufficiency and sovereignty of Jesus Christ across the Scriptures.

Jeff Christianson

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In the following series of podcast episodes, "Jesus is God the Son" will cause us to worship as we magnify the deity and sovereignty of Jesus Christ across the Scriptures.

Some verses that we cover are as follows:

• The Eternal Word in John 1:1-4: The truth of Jesus as the eternal Word who was with God and was God from the beginning, emphasizing His divine nature and role in creation.

• The Prince of Peace in Isaiah 9:6: The prophetic declaration of Jesus as the Prince of Peace in Isaiah 9:6, highlighting His authority, majesty, and role as the bringer of peace and salvation.

• The Righteous Branch in Jeremiah 23:5-6: The prophetic vision of Jesus as the Righteous Branch raised up for David, who will reign as King with justice, wisdom, and righteousness, fulfilling God's promise of redemption.

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"And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh." 1 Timothy 3:16

Jeff Christianson

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"To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory." (Colossians 1:27 NKJV)

• Christ in us the hope of glory, that is our message.

• What greater message could you possibly have?

• We don't preach our denomination, we don't preach ourselves, we don't preach politics, or psychology, or philosophy.

• We preach a person and the person is the most glorious one in the universe in whom all the fullness of the Godhead dwells.

Jeff Christianson

Biblical Counseling Academy

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In this podcast episode Pastor Jeff continues the topic about "Grace for Forgiveness," inspired by the transformative message found in 2 Corinthians 9:8. Join us on a journey of exploration and empowerment as we delve into the profound grace that enables forgiveness and restoration.

2 Corinthians 9:8 "And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work."

We need to live in Grace and learn to walk in the freedom and peace that comes from embracing God's grace for forgiveness in all areas of our lives. Please tune in to our podcast episodes as we delve into these topics and more, providing insights, personal stories, and practical guidance to help you embrace grace for forgiveness in your journey of faith.

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Acts 14:26 states, "From there they sailed back to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had now completed." This verse serves as the foundation for our discussions on what it means to be commended to God's grace, how it impacts our work and mission, and how it guides us in our faith journey.

If we want great power in our witness of the resurrected Christ we will want great grace to be upon us, just impacting our lives.

As we journey through the pages of Scripture, uncovering the beauty and power of God's grace as it is bestowed upon His faithful servants. Discover how being commended to God's grace can transform our work, our relationships, and our walk with Him.

Stay tuned for new episodes that will inspire, enlighten, and empower you to embrace the grace of God in all aspects of your life, just as the early disciples were commended to His grace.

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Jeff Christianson

Biblical Counseling Academy PO Box 3021 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 +1 828-707-9034

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Philippians 1:11- "Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ."

Much Love to All - - Serving with You, for God's Glory, by His Grace,

Jeff Christianson

Biblical Counseling Academy PO Box 3021 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 +1 828-707-9034

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