In this episode, Caleb is joined by Dr. Nate Brooks and Dr. Kristen Kellen, biblical counseling professor from SEBTS to explore the nuances of trauma and biblical counseling. They discuss how to approach trauma in a way that honors scripture while engaging with clinical insights, offering practical guidance for counselors and church leaders.

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by Francine Tan (PhD, Midwestern Seminary) a biblical counselor based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to explore biblical perspectives on trauma, the body, and mental health, contrasting secular and biblical approaches. She emphasizes the sufficiency of Scripture, warns against secular psychological theories, and offers practical guidance for pastors and counselors.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Ken Keathley (PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) Professor of Theology at Southeastern Seminary to discuss the doctrine of the sufficiency of scripture, its different nuances, and its application in biblical counseling. Together, they explore historical misfires, theological distinctions, and practical principles for applying scripture faithfully in a complex world.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Sean Perron (PhD, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary) Associate Pastor at First Baptist Church of Jacksonville, FL, to discuss the sufficiency of scripture in biblical counseling. Together they explore the distinctions between formal and material sufficiency, and address common misconceptions regarding common grace and general revelation. Perron further emphasizes the importance of relying solely on the Bible and the church for life and sanctification offering practical insights for pastors and counselors.

In this episode, Caleb is joind by Brad Hambrick (EdD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) Pastor of Counseling at The Summit Church in Durham, NC to discuss the history of therapy and the biblical counseling movement, exploring key distinctions, theological foundations, and the evolving landscape of biblical counseling. Aimed at pastors, counselors, and church members.

In this episode, Caleb is joined by Heath Lambert (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Jacksonville, Florida to discuss the history of therapy and biblical counseling, emphasizing the sufficiency of Scripture and the dangers of syncretism with secular psychology. They explores the theological roots of modern counseling movements and offers guidance for pastors and counselors today.

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by S.A. Fix (PhD, Catholic University of America) is the Senior Pastor of Reformed Presbyterian Church of Bowie to discuss the theology of 1-2 Samuel. Together they discuss the main idea, purpose, structure, and key themes of the book.

Resources:

1. 1 Samuel by S.A. Fix
2. 2 Samuel by S.A. Fix
3. 1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart by Dale Ralph Davis
4. 2 Samuel: Out of Every Adversity by Dale Ralph Davis
5. A Son to Me: An Exposition of 1 & 2 Samuel by Peter Leithart

In this in-depth interview, Caleb sits down with Richard Blaylock (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) Professor of Biblical Studies at University of Northwestern to explore the biblical, theological, and doctrinal aspects of divine reprobation, emphasizing its significance in understanding God's sovereignty, justice, and salvation history highlighting practical implications for believers.

Resources:

1. The Doctrine of Reprobation (article) by Richard Blaylock
2. Vessels of Wrath, Volume 1: The Witness of the Old Testament to Divine Reprobating Activity by Richard Blaylock
3. Vessels of Wrath, Volume 2: The Witness of the New Testament to Divine Reprobating Activity by Richard Blaylock
4. Predestination: An Introduction by Andy Naselli

The Gospel is not just a command—it's an offer accompanied by God's genuine desire for sinners to be saved. But what does that really mean for how we preach and present Christ?
In this episode, Caleb is joined by Sam Waldron (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) president of Covenant Baptist Theological to discuss the common misconceptions about the free offer of the gospel, exploring its biblical foundation, historical debates, and practical implications. Discover how God's universal call to repentance aligns with the sovereignty of His election, and why understanding this distinction transforms both your preaching and your assurance of salvation.

Resource:

1. The Crux of the Free Offer: A Biblical, Confessional, and Theological Explanation and Defense of the Well-Meant Offer of the Gospel by Sam Waldron
2. The Gospel Worthy of All Acceptation, or the Duty of Sinners to Believe by Andrew Fuller
3. Andrew Fuller by John Piper

In this week's episode, Caleb is joined by Ian Vaillancourt (PhD, University of St. Michael's College) associate professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Heritage Theological Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario to discuss his new book Unfolding Redemption. Together they explore the heart of the gospel in the story of Old Testament history.

Resources

1. Unfolding Redemption: The Heart of the Gospel in the Story of Old Testament History by Ian Vaillancourt
2. The Dawning of Redemption: The Story of the Pentateuch and the Hope of the Gospel by Ian Vaillancourt